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Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

Dayton, OH

Allopathic Medical Schools Public Non-Profit

🩺 School Overview

Tuition (In State): $39,452

Tuition (Out of State): $58,708

Accreditation Status: Full

Acceptance Rate: N/A

Total Enrollment: 104

Degrees: MD

Founding Year: 1974

Accreditation Year: 1976

Website: https://medicine.wright.edu

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πŸ“„ Application Information

Applications Received: N/A

Interviews Granted: N/A

Admitted: N/A

Average MCAT: 509

Average GPA: 3.68

Male: N/A

Female: N/A

Underrepresented:N/A

Interview Feedback Summary

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 31% 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 6.8 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 WSUBSOM


  • 1. Other – If you earned a medically related certificate/license, how many hours have you worked in that role since earning your certificate/license? If not, please enter N/A.
  • 2. Other – If there has been a significant economic hardship, please explain the circumstances. If none, please enter N/A.
  • 3. Understanding and Commitment to Medicine – If your parents are graduates of Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, please list their name(s) and graduation year(s). Enter N/A if not applicable.
  • 4. Understanding and Commitment to Medicine – If you have relatives that are Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine alumni, current students, faculty or staff, please list their name(s). Enter N/A if not applicable.
  • 5. Understanding and Commitment to Medicine – If you have applied to Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in a previous cycle, please indicate the year(s) of your previous application(s). Enter N/A if this is your first...

About the School

The Boonshoft School of Medicine at Wright State University, established in 1973, is a public medical school located in Dayton, Ohio. It serves the Miami Valley region and was renamed in 2005 to honor Oscar Boonshoft's $28.5 million contribution to medical education and research. The school has graduated over 2,820 physicians since its first class in 1980.

Curriculum

In 2021, the Boonshoft School of Medicine implemented a curriculum comprising 19.5 months of basic science training followed by 45 months of clinical training. Students take the USMLE Step 1 exam at the end of their basic science training before transitioning to the clinical curriculum. The school offers combined degree programs, including MD/MBA, MD/MPH, MD/MS, and MD/PhD.

Facilities

The Gandhi Medical Education Center in White Hall provides state-of-the-art facilities for the first two years of medical school, featuring lecture halls with advanced technology, a modern anatomy lab, and 24/7 access to resources. Additionally, the Neuroscience Engineering Collaboration Building, opened in 2015, offers over 55,000 square feet of dedicated research space, fostering collaboration between biomedical researchers and engineers.

Demographics

As of the 2022–23 academic year, the Boonshoft School of Medicine enrolled 529 MD students, with a male-to-female ratio of approximately 46% to 54%, and underrepresented minorities comprising about 21% of the student body. The Class of 2027 had 131 entrants, 79% of whom were Ohio residents. The school employs 562 fully affiliated and 1,357 partially affiliated faculty members.

SDN Insights

Our analysis of WSUBSOM:

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Student Loan Burden: $314,745

A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at WSUBSOM, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $314,745. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.

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Cost of Living: Lower than 87% Nationally

The cost of living at WSUBSOM is lower than 87% 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

There is currently insufficient information to assess the neighborhood around WSUBSOM.

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