Lewisburg, WV
🩺 School Overview
Tuition (In State): $23,594
Tuition (Out of State): $56,394
Accreditation Status: N/A
Acceptance Rate: N/A
Total Enrollment: 200
Degrees: DO
Founding Year: 1974
Accreditation Year: N/A
Website: https://www.wvsom.edu/
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📄 Application Information
Applications Received: N/A
Interviews Granted: N/A
Admitted: N/A
Average MCAT: 503
Average GPA: 3.48
Male: N/A
Female: N/A
Underrepresented:N/A
Interview Feedback Summary
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 24% 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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5 Most Common Secondary Essay Questions for WVSOM
- 1. Motivation and Fit – Why do you want to be an osteopathic physician? (500 characters)
- 2. Other – What advantage do you see in attending WVSOM over other medical schools? (500 characters)
- 3. Other – Describe an ethically challenging situation you have been in, and how you responded. (500 characters)
- 4. Other – What do you feel it will take for you to succeed in medical school? (500 characters)
- 5. Other – Describe a situation in work, volunteer activities, or organizations where you demonstrated your ability to work well with others. (500 characters)
About the School
The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine educates primary care osteopathic physicians for rural communities. The school is dedicated first and foremost to service for West Virginia and prepares graduates to care for the special health care needs of West Virginia`s elderly population. The institutional mission is supported by education, service and research. Education is primary and shall receive top priority for institutional resources.
Curriculum
A quality, four-year osteopathic medical education program in two curricular tracks (systems based leaning and problem based learning) has been tailored to meet West Virginia`s special health care needs. Family, rural, geriatric, and preventive medicine are emphasized. Students are educated about the region`s unique health care needs through training in small community hospitals, rural clinics, and public health care agencies.
Facilities
The recently completed Center for Rural Medicine and Technology is a state-of-the-art 6.3 million dollar facility which houses two modern, 200-seat lecture halls. Other new buildings include the newly expanded Gross Anatomy Lab and the new Admissions Center. The Robert C. Byrd Clinic, an on-campus primary care clinic, provides convenient and varied clinical training opportunities for students. Affiliated hospital training sites include: Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, WV; Greenbrier Valley Medical Center in Ronceverte, WV; Logan Regional Medical Center in Logan, WV; Ohio Valley Medical Center in Wheeling, WV; Princeton Community Hospital in Princeton, WV; The Toledo Hospital in Toledo, OH; United Hospital Center in Clarksburg, WV; VA Medical Center in Beckley, WV; and West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV.
SDN Insights
Our analysis of WVSOM:
Student Loan Burden: $233,423
A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at WVSOM, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $233,423. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Lower than 79% Nationally
The cost of living at WVSOM 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: Small Town or Rural
The area surrounding WVSOM 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: 400 Lee Street N, Lewisburg, WV 24901
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