Hattiesburg, MS
Faith-Based
🩺 School Overview
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Total Enrollment: 110
Degrees: DO
Founding Year: 2007
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Website: https://www.wmcarey.edu/college/osteopathic-medicine/
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Interview Feedback Summary
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 38% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low stress level, and felt they did okay.
School Review Summary
Overall, students rated the program a 4.6 out of 10 for satisfaction. The student body is described as moderately cooperative. The environment is considered supportive for underrepresented minorities, LGBTQ+ students, married students, students with disabilities, non-traditional students. Graduates feel adequately prepared for board exams. Faculty members are seen as reasonably approachable.
5 Most Common Secondary Essay Questions for WCUCOM
- 1. Motivation and Fit – Please explain how your ambitions and career plans will help WCUCOM fulfill its mission.
About the School
William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine (WCUCOM), established in 2010, is a private institution located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention, WCUCOM emphasizes primary care and community-based medicine, aiming to serve medically underserved populations in the Gulf South region. The college offers a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree and is accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA). In recent years, WCUCOM has received national recognition for its commitment to rural healthcare, ranking highly in categories such as the percentage of graduates practicing in rural areas and primary care.
Curriculum
The WCUCOM curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers in primary care medicine, focusing on core competencies identified by the American Osteopathic Association and the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine. These competencies include Osteopathic Principles and Practice, Medical Knowledge, Patient Care, Interpersonal and Communication Skills, Professionalism, Practice-based Learning and Improvement, and System-based Practice. The curriculum integrates these areas to ensure graduates are well-equipped to provide comprehensive healthcare services.
Facilities
WCUCOM's facilities include Fail-Asbury Hall, which houses a student lounge and fitness room, and the Thomas Building, featuring clinic rooms, high-fidelity simulation rooms, an Osteopathic Principles and Practice lab, and a task trainer room. Additionally, construction is underway on the Institute for Primary Care, a 60,000-square-foot complex expected to be completed by the winter of 2025. The campus is wireless, with video-streamed lectures, and offers access to a university library with extensive medical resources, as well as amenities like a cafeteria, student center, coffee shop, tennis courts, and an exercise track.
SDN Insights
Our analysis of WCUCOM:
Student Loan Burden: $131,025
A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at WCUCOM, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $131,025. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Lower than 79% Nationally
The cost of living at WCUCOM 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
The area surrounding WCUCOM 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.
School Address: 710 William Carey Parkway, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
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