Nashville, TN
Faith-Based HBCU
Tuition (In State): $57,243
Tuition (Out of State): $57,243
Accreditation Status: Probation
Acceptance Rate: N/A
Total Enrollment: 105
Degrees: MD
Founding Year: 1876
Accreditation Year: 1942
Website: https://home.mmc.edu/school-of-medicine/
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Applications Received: N/A
Interviews Granted: N/A
Admitted: N/A
Average MCAT: 503
Average GPA: 3.41
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Female: N/A
Underrepresented:N/A
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 31% 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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Meharry Medical College School of Medicine, located in Nashville, Tennessee, is a private, historically Black medical school founded in 1876. It stands as one of the nation’s oldest and largest historically Black academic health science centers, dedicated to educating African Americans to serve the underserved. The college encompasses the School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, School of Graduate Studies, and School of Applied Computational Sciences. Meharry offers degrees including Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.), Master of Science in Public Health (M.S.P.H.), Master of Health Science (M.H.S.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).
The School of Medicine at Meharry Medical College employs an integrated curriculum designed to prepare students for the complexities of modern healthcare. This curriculum emphasizes the evaluation of clinical presentations through a comprehensive approach that includes microbiological, immunological, and genetic principles fundamental to medical studies. The program is structured to enhance clinical reasoning and decision-making skills, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to address diverse patient needs and health disparities.
Meharry Medical College boasts a range of facilities to support its educational and clinical missions. The campus includes the Learning Resources Center, which houses a library occupying three floors, a computer lab, an electronic classroom, and multiple group study rooms. Additionally, the college operates the Salt Wagon Clinic, a student-run, free clinic providing hands-on experience in patient care under faculty supervision. The institution is committed to maintaining and improving its physical facilities to provide a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for students, faculty, and staff.
As of Fall 2023, Meharry Medical College’s School of Medicine enrolled a total of 1,083 students. The student body is predominantly Black or African American, comprising 939 students, followed by White (42), Asian (69), Hispanic (29), and Native American (4) students. The college reflects the nation’s diversity and continues its mission to educate individuals committed to serving underserved communities.
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A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at MMC, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $532,574. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
The cost of living at MMC is among the top 77% of all medical schools. Take this into consideration when considering loan burden.
While the neighborhood around MMC is primarily car-oriented, biking can be a viable option for certain trips. Students living nearby may appreciate the tranquility of the area, though access to shops and services is limited without a vehicle.
School Address: Student Services & Faculty Affairs, 1005 Dr. D. B. Todd, Jr. Blvd., Nashville, TN 37208
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