Kansas City, KS
School Overview
Tuition (In State): $42,413
Tuition (Out of State): $73,085
Accreditation Status: N/A
Acceptance Rate: N/A
Total Enrollment: 210
Degrees: MD
Founding Year: 1905
Accreditation Year: 1942
Website: https://www.kumc.edu/school-of-medicine.html
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Application Information
Average MCAT: 511
Average GPA: 3.66
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Female: N/A
Interview Feedback Summary
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 29% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did well.
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5 Most Common Secondary Essay Questions for KUSOM
- 1. Geographic Connection and Commitment – If the area you spent most of your life before college differs from where you currently consider your permanent address, please explain
- 2. Career Goals and Future Aspirations – Where do you see yourself in your medical career fifteen to twenty years from now?
- 3. Personal Attributes and Characteristics – Learning from others is enhanced in educational settings that include individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Please describe your personal characteristics or experiences that...
- 4. Other – Describe a patient interaction with the healthcare system. This could be a direct patient observation (in person or virtual) during a shadowing/clinical experience or a personal experience within the...
- 5. Community, Diversity, and Equity – Describe a fulfilling or challenging community service experience and how you grew personally from the experience.
About the School
Founded in 1905, the KU School of Medicine is proud of its rich legacy as Kansas` only medical school and its international reputation as a leader in biomedical research. Every day, KU medical students learn basic and clinical sciences from those on the cutting edge of discovery.
Curriculum
The University of Kansas School of Medicine provides an innovative curriculum that combines intensive instruction in the basic sciences with hands-on patient-based clinical training. Students have opportunities to use a variety of teaching tools, including small-group discussions, case-based learning, electronic procedure simulators, labs and actors portraying patients, to perfect their skills. On-campus board examination preparation programs also are provided. The more than 500 full-time faculty instructors are among the best clinicians and scientists in the their fields.
Facilities
The hospital, now a quasi public authority known as The University of Kansas Hospital, is part of a large campus known as the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) that is comprised of the School of Medicine, School of Allied Health, School of Nursing, Graduate Studies, Kansas University Research Institute, and several other research and clinical centers.\n
Last Updated: Oct 03, 2025
SDN Insights
Our analysis of KUSOM:
Cost of Attendance: $346,345
A student taking student loans for all 4 years at KUSOM, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $346,345. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Lower than 99% Nationally
The cost of living at KUSOM is lower than 99% of all similar schools nationwide. This can significantly reduce your overall expenses during your time at the school, making it a more affordable option.
Environment: Urban
The location of KUSOM supports a lifestyle where walking is convenient and practical, though biking may be less reliable. Students can enjoy easy access to local amenities on foot, making day-to-day living straightforward and efficient.
School Address: Mail Stop 1049, 3901 Rainbow Blvd, Kansas City, KS 66160
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