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University of Pikeville - Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine

Pikeville, KY

Osteopathic Medical Schools Private Non-Profit

🩺 School Overview

Tuition (In State): $55,380

Tuition (Out of State): $55,380

Accreditation Status: N/A

Acceptance Rate: N/A

Total Enrollment: 75

Degrees: DO

Founding Year: 1997

Accreditation Year: N/A

Website: https://www.upike.edu/osteopathic-medicine

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📄 Application Information

Applications Received: N/A

Interviews Granted: N/A

Admitted: N/A

Average MCAT: 500

Average GPA: 3.47

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Female: N/A

Underrepresented:N/A

Interview Feedback Summary

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 35% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low stress level, and felt they did well.

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About the School

The mission of Pikeville College School of Osteopathic Medicine is to provide men and women with an osteopathic medical education that emphasizes primary care, encourages research, promotes lifelong scholarly activity, and produces graduates who are committed to serving the health care needs of communities in Eastern Kentucky and other Appalachian regions.

Curriculum

The first two years of training at PCSOM takes place mostly in the lab and lecture hall, covering the typical medical school disciplines, plus our special topics. Friday afternoons are spent in doctor`s offices, learning to take patient histories and doing physical exams. During the summer of their second year the students take two major full time courses: medicine and surgery. These are intensive courses which will prepare the student to interact fully at the bedside or in an ambulatory care setting during the final two years of their medical school education. The last two years of PCSOM`s program are the clinical clerkships. The student will rotate and work in various settings including: Family Practice, Appalachian Primary Care, Rural Clinic, ER, General Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Pediatrics OB-GYN, Psychiatry and Osteopathic Practice. The student will spend from one to four months at each of these sites depending on PCSOM`s requirements and the student`s level of interest. At least 90% of this clinical training will be completed in the Appalachian region.

Facilities

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SDN Insights

Our analysis of KYCOM:

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Student Loan Burden: $371,374

A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at KYCOM, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $371,374. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.

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Cost of Living: Lower than 79% Nationally

The cost of living at KYCOM is lower than 79% of all medical schools nationwide. This can significantly reduce your overall expenses during medical school, making it a more affordable option.

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Environment: Small Town or Rural

The area surrounding KYCOM is best navigated by car, with few amenities within walking or biking distance. While this quieter environment may offer fewer distractions, it requires a bit more planning for everyday errands or exploring local offerings.

Why no Tier Rankings?

Although we could tier rank, over the past 25 years we've found no compelling benefit for ranking schools. Students are most successful when they prioritize personal and academic fit over school rank.