Rochester, MN
🩺 School Overview
Tuition (In State): $60,700
Tuition (Out of State): $60,700
Accreditation Status: Full
Acceptance Rate: N/A
Total Enrollment: 105
Degrees: MD
Founding Year: 1972
Accreditation Year: 1972
Website: https://college.mayo.edu
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📄 Application Information
Applications Received: N/A
Interviews Granted: N/A
Admitted: N/A
Average MCAT: 514
Average GPA: 3.82
Male: N/A
Female: N/A
Underrepresented:N/A
Interview Feedback Summary
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5 Most Common Secondary Essay Questions for MMS
- 1. Motivation and Fit – Why are you specifically interested in pursuing your medical education at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine? Please tell us in a few sentences why you are interested in your top track choice.
- 2. Community, Diversity, and Equity – Tell us how your diversity is reflected not only in your personal and professional activities, but also in your relationships with others in diverse learning environments.
- 3. Motivation and Fit – MSTP Only: In a brief paragraph (max. 500 characters), explain why you are specifically applying to the Mayo Clinic MD-PhD Program.
- 4. Motivation and Fit – Why are you specifically interested in pursuing your medical education at the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine? In a few sentences, please explain your interest in the top choice track you...
- 5. Community, Diversity, and Equity – Each of us connects with others through the characteristics that define our individual diversity. Please explain how your diversity is reflected in your personal and professional activities, as well...
About the School
The Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine (MCASOM) is a nationally recognized medical school with campuses in Rochester, Minnesota; Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona; and Jacksonville, Florida. It offers both M.D. and M.D.-Ph.D. programs, emphasizing a patient-centered approach to medical education. With a 3:1 full-time faculty-to-student ratio, students benefit from personalized instruction and mentorship. Additionally, learners have access to over 3,700 Mayo Clinic clinicians and researchers across all campuses, fostering a collaborative and research-intensive environment.
Curriculum
MCASOM’s four-year M.D. curriculum is structured into three phases: Pre-Clerkship (18 months), Clerkship (18 months), and Post-Clerkship (12 months). The Pre-Clerkship phase focuses on foundational medical knowledge, incorporating enrichment weeks for career exploration and additional academic opportunities. During the Clerkship phase, students engage in eight core clinical rotations. The Post-Clerkship phase includes subinternships, elective rotations, a virtual Social Medicine rotation, a Transition to Residency course, a Health Systems Science Integration course, and an Internship Boot Camp conducted at the Simulation Center.
Facilities
Each MCASOM campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to support medical education. In Rochester, the Mitchell Student Center serves as the hub for student activities and resources. The Arizona campus features the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine building, which includes a 1,600-square-foot gross anatomy lab, breakout rooms, a student lounge, study spaces, and administrative offices. The Florida campus houses the Stabile Buildings, containing medical education administrative offices, a simulation center, a library, and resident lounges. Additionally, the Multidisciplinary Simulation Centers across campuses offer high-fidelity simulators and advanced audiovisual equipment for experiential learning.
Demographics
MCASOM maintains a small class size to foster a close-knit learning environment. In 2024, the first-year class comprises 50 students at the Phoenix/Scottsdale campus and 56 students at the Rochester campus. Additionally, 13 students will complete their training at the Jacksonville campus. The school emphasizes diversity and inclusion, aiming to develop a diverse group of servant physician leaders committed to excellence in education, patient-centered care, and scientific discovery.
SDN Insights
Our analysis of MMS:
Student Loan Burden: $438,210
A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at MMS, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $438,210. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Highest 7% Nationally
The cost of living at MMS is among the top 7% of all medical schools. Take this into consideration when considering loan burden.
Environment: Urban
Despite limited walkability, the area surrounding MMS 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: 200 First St. SW, Rochester, MN 55905
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