Tallahassee, FL
🩺 School Overview
Tuition (In State): $28,987
Tuition (Out of State): $68,619
Accreditation Status: Full
Acceptance Rate: N/A
Total Enrollment: 121
Degrees: MD
Founding Year: 2000
Accreditation Year: 2002
Website: https://www.med.fsu.edu
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📄 Application Information
Applications Received: N/A
Interviews Granted: N/A
Admitted: N/A
Average MCAT: 511
Average GPA: 3.77
Male: N/A
Female: N/A
Underrepresented:N/A
Interview Feedback Summary
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 22% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low stress level, and felt they did well.
School Review Summary
Overall, students rated the program a 7.2 out of 10 for satisfaction. The student body is described as moderately cooperative. The environment is considered supportive for underrepresented minorities, LGBTQ+ students, married students, students with disabilities, non-traditional students. Graduates feel adequately prepared for board exams. Faculty members are seen as highly approachable.
5 Most Common Secondary Essay Questions for FSU
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- 3. Other – Indicate what you do for fun and diversion (hobbies, special interests, etc.).
- 4. Other – What is a unique trait, experience, or interest that we would not normally learn about you?
- 5. Other – If there is an important aspect of your personal background or identity not addressed elsewhere in your application, please explain.
About the School
Established in 2000, Florida State University College of Medicine (FSU COM) is a community-based medical school located in Tallahassee, Florida. It is part of Florida State University and offers the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree, as well as a Ph.D. and a Physician Assistant program . The college’s mission emphasizes educating physicians who practice patient-centered healthcare and are responsive to community needs, particularly through service to elder, rural, minority, and underserved populations.
Curriculum
FSU COM’s curriculum spans four years, with the first two years focusing on foundational medical sciences and the latter two on clinical training. The first year includes courses such as Foundations of Medicine, Host-Defense, and Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Systems. The second year covers systems like Gastrointestinal, Neuroscience, and Reproductive Systems, culminating in a USMLE Independent Study period . Clinical training in the third and fourth years occurs at regional campuses across Florida, where students engage in rotations in Family Medicine, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, Pediatrics, and OB/GYN, among others. The curriculum also integrates a three-year doctoring continuum to develop clinical skills and professionalism.
Facilities
The main campus in Tallahassee houses state-of-the-art facilities, including the Clinical Learning Center, where students practice clinical skills using standardized patients and simulation technology . The college also utilizes the M.T. Mustian Center, a multi-story, 346,270-square-foot facility featuring 28 modernized operating rooms, private pre- and post-op rooms, and 72 adult medical and surgical intensive care beds . Additionally, FSU COM has regional campuses in Daytona Beach, Fort Pierce, Orlando, Pensacola, Sarasota, and Tallahassee, as well as rural training sites in Marianna, Immokalee, and Thomasville, Georgia, to provide diverse clinical experiences.
Demographics
FSU COM is committed to diversity and inclusion. For instance, the Class of 2022 comprised 69 women and 51 men, with 15 Black students and 15 Hispanic/Latino students . The college has been recognized for its efforts in enrolling both Black and Hispanic students, being the only medical school among more than 140 member institutions of the Association of American Medical Colleges to rank in the Top 10 for enrollment of both groups . Approximately 98% of the entering class are Florida residents, reflecting the school’s focus on serving the state’s healthcare needs.
SDN Insights
Our analysis of FSU:
Student Loan Burden: $284,951
A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at FSU, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $284,951. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Lower than 97% Nationally
The cost of living at FSU is lower than 97% of all medical schools nationwide. This can significantly reduce your overall expenses during medical school, making it a more affordable option.
Environment: Urban
Despite limited walkability, the area surrounding FSU offers good biking infrastructure, making it easier for cyclists to get around. Students who enjoy biking as a primary mode of transport will find the area more accessible than it might seem at first glance.
School Address: 1115 West Call Street, Tallahassee, FL 32306
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