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Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine

Stratford, NJ

Osteopathic Medical Schools Public Non-Profit

🩺 School Overview

Tuition (In State): $44,628

Tuition (Out of State): $70,826

Accreditation Status: N/A

Acceptance Rate: N/A

Total Enrollment: 162

Degrees: DO

Founding Year: 1976

Accreditation Year: N/A

Website: https://www.rowan.edu/som/

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📄 Application Information

Applications Received: N/A

Interviews Granted: N/A

Admitted: N/A

Average MCAT: 509

Average GPA: 3.55

Male: N/A

Female: N/A

Underrepresented:N/A

Interview Feedback Summary

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 16% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low stress level, and felt they did well.

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About the School

The UMDNJ-School of Osteopathic Medicine is dedicated to providing excellence in medical education, research and health care for New Jersey and the nation. An underlying emphasis on primary health care and community health services reflects the School's osteopathic philosophy. The School is committed to developing compassionate and culturally competent physicians from diverse backgrounds, who are dedicated to becoming leaders in their communities.

Curriculum

There is an emphasis on primary care throughout, with patient contact beginning in the first year. Cultural competency and interdisciplinary concepts are also emphasized. A simulated patient lab program and small group case-based learning are used. A limited number of students are accepted into an optional Problem-Based Learning tract. This case-oriented curriculum encourages problem solving and teamwork, and is geared toward the independent learner.

Facilities

The centerpiece of the campus is the Academic Center, a three-story, 110,000 square foot building that houses the library, basic sciences and anatomy labs, classrooms, lounge, student services, cafeteria and wellness center. The 74,000 square foot Science Center houses laboratories and facilities used for leading-edge research and experimentation. The 54,000 square foot University Education Center and the 120,000 square foot University Doctors Pavilion house the clinical departments and outpatient services.

SDN Insights

Our analysis of Rowan-Virtua-SOM:

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Student Loan Burden: $329,397

A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at Rowan-Virtua-SOM, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $329,397. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.

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Cost of Living: Lower than 82% Nationally

The cost of living at Rowan-Virtua-SOM is lower than 82% 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: Urban

The area surrounding Rowan-Virtua-SOM 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.