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University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine

Los Angeles, CA

Allopathic Medical Schools Public Non-Profit

🩺 School Overview

Tuition (In State): $40,585

Tuition (Out of State): $52,830

Accreditation Status: Full

Acceptance Rate: N/A

Total Enrollment: 192

Degrees: MD

Founding Year: 1945

Accreditation Year: 1951

Website: https://medschool.ucla.edu

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πŸ“„ Application Information

Applications Received: N/A

Interviews Granted: N/A

Admitted: N/A

Average MCAT: 517

Average GPA: 3.77

Male: N/A

Female: N/A

Underrepresented:N/A

Interview Feedback Summary

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 12% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview mixed with a moderate stress level, and felt they did okay.

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5 Most Common Secondary Essay Questions for UCLA-Geffen


  • 1. Motivation and Fit – At the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, students are provided with curriculum and experiences enabling them to become an Outstanding Physician, AND..., dedicating themselves to important...
  • 2. Motivation and Fit – Respond to the following and indicate how these areas of experience have impacted your progress toward your future career goals in relation to becoming an Outstanding Physician, AND.... A. Describe...
  • 3. Academic and Research Experiences – Describe how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted your pathway to medical school. Include any academic, personal, financial or professional barriers, as well as other relevant information.
  • 4. Career Goals and Future Aspirations – Did you experience or are you anticipating time between graduating from college and matriculating into medical school? (Yes/No) If yes: Describe the activities in which you participated or are...
  • 5. Community, Diversity, and Equity – Do you identify as being part of a group that has been marginalized in terms of access to education or healthcare? (Yes/No) If yes: Describe how this inequity has impacted you or your community.

About the School

The David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, established in 1951, is the second medical school in the University of California system. Located in Los Angeles, California, it serves as the accredited medical school of the University of California, Los Angeles. The school is affiliated with several notable hospitals, including the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, which is ranked among the top hospitals in the United States.

Curriculum

The curriculum at the David Geffen School of Medicine is designed to provide comprehensive medical education, integrating clinical practice with research opportunities. Students have access to a variety of programs and resources aimed at enhancing their medical training and professional development.

Facilities

The school's primary teaching hospital is the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, a 520-bed facility that serves as a Level I Trauma Center. This state-of-the-art hospital provides a wide range of specialized medical services and is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation. Additional affiliated facilities include the UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital, offering comprehensive pediatric care, and the Stewart & Lynda Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital, specializing in psychiatric services. These facilities offer students diverse clinical training opportunities across various medical disciplines.

SDN Insights

Our analysis of UCLA-Geffen:

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Student Loan Burden: $410,282

A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at UCLA-Geffen, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $410,282. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.

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Cost of Living: Highest 45% Nationally

The cost of living at UCLA-Geffen is among the top 45% of all medical schools. Take this into consideration when considering loan burden.

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Environment: Urban

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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.