Little Rock, AR
🩺 School Overview
Tuition (In State): $36,295
Tuition (Out of State): $68,465
Accreditation Status: Full
Acceptance Rate: N/A
Total Enrollment: 170
Degrees: MD
Founding Year: 1879
Accreditation Year: 1944
Website: https://medicine.uams.edu
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📄 Application Information
Applications Received: N/A
Interviews Granted: N/A
Admitted: N/A
Average MCAT: 513
Average GPA: 3.59
Male: N/A
Female: N/A
Underrepresented: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 mixed with a low stress level, and felt they did well.
School Review Summary
Overall, students rated the program a 8 out of 10 for satisfaction. The student body is described as highly cooperative. The environment is considered supportive for underrepresented minorities, LGBTQ+ students, married students, students with disabilities, non-traditional students. Faculty members are seen as highly approachable.
5 Most Common Secondary Essay Questions for UAMS
- 1. Other – Non-Arkansas residents who have strong ties to Arkansas are given preference over non-residents without strong ties to the state. Therefore, if you have strong ties to Arkansas (you have lived in...
- 2. Geographic Connection and Commitment – Non-Arkansas residents with strong ties to Arkansas are given preference over those without such ties. Therefore, if you have strong ties to Arkansas (such as having lived in Arkansas, having a...
- 3. Academic and Research Experiences – The College of Medicine offers a combined MD/PhD degree program. Applicants who select the MD/PhD program in their AMCAS application must complete two additional AMCAS application essays.
- 4. Other – Complete the MD/PhD program application form on the website, and use the Upload Documents section to include this document with your application.
- 5. Other – The UAMS College of Medicine offers a combined MD/MPH degree program.
About the School
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine, established in 1879, is the state's only comprehensive health sciences university. It has educated and trained over 11,000 physicians since its inception. The college operates on two campuses: the main campus in Little Rock and a regional campus in Fayetteville. UAMS is affiliated with several major healthcare institutions, including UAMS Medical Center, Arkansas Children's Hospital, and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. The college offers a traditional four-year M.D. program and a three-year accelerated M.D. track at the Northwest Regional Campus for students committed to primary care.
Curriculum
The UAMS College of Medicine provides a student-centered, active-learning curriculum designed to foster critical thinking. The program includes seven Academic Houses that offer academic and career advising, peer mentoring, and a sense of community. Approximately 700 medical students are enrolled across the two campuses, with a freshman class size of 175. The college also offers over 65 ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship programs, accommodating about 700 residents and fellows. Additionally, the Medical Scholars in Public Health post-baccalaureate program allows students to work toward a Master's in Public Health while preparing for future medical school applications.
Facilities
The UAMS campus in Little Rock spans over 84 acres and includes more than 5.2 million square feet of buildings. The UAMS Medical Center, a 553,282-square-foot facility, features 332 adult beds and 64 neonatal beds. The campus also houses seven institutes that integrate clinical care, research, and education. In 2023, UAMS opened The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital with 24 private rooms for inpatient stays. The Proton Center of Arkansas, the state's first proton therapy center, opened in September 2023, offering advanced cancer radiation treatment.
Demographics
As of Fall 2024, UAMS enrolled 3,485 students across its colleges, including 706 in the College of Medicine. The student body comprises approximately 2,005 female and 902 male students. Racial demographics include 1,991 White, 279 Black or African American, 215 Asian, 170 Hispanic, 86 Multi-Ethnic, 76 International, 72 Unknown, and 4 Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander students. The faculty consists of nearly 2,200 members, with a diverse composition of 3,586 White, 933 Black or African American, 319 Asian, 70 Multi-Ethnic, and 16 Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander individuals.
SDN Insights
Our analysis of UAMS:
Student Loan Burden: $288,545
A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at UAMS, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $288,545. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Lower than 79% Nationally
The cost of living at UAMS 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.
Environment: Urban
There is currently insufficient information to assess the neighborhood around UAMS.
School Address: 4301 W. Markham St., #551, Little Rock, AR 72205
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