Lexington, KY
🩺 School Overview
Tuition (In State): $40,866
Tuition (Out of State): $74,592
Accreditation Status: Full
Acceptance Rate: N/A
Total Enrollment: 115
Degrees: MD
Founding Year: 1960
Accreditation Year: 1960
Website: https://medicine.uky.edu
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📄 Application Information
Applications Received: N/A
Interviews Granted: N/A
Admitted: N/A
Average MCAT: 513
Average GPA: 3.63
Male: N/A
Female: N/A
Underrepresented:N/A
Interview Feedback Summary
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 26% of interviews, indicating it is moderately 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 UKCOM
- 1. Motivation and Fit – Why have you chosen to apply to the University of Kentucky College of Medicine?
- 2. Motivation and Fit – The University of Kentucky College of Medicine's mission promotes a diverse and inclusive environment. Please describe how your past experiences or plans contribute to enriching and enhancing the...
- 3. Other – If you are a non-Kentucky resident, please elaborate on your Kentucky ties (personal, familial, etc.).
- 4. Understanding and Commitment to Medicine – Your combination of life experiences makes you uniquely you. Talk about one such experience and how it has helped you prepare to be a physician.
- 5. Other – Describe an experience or situation which made you feel grateful?
About the School
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine, established in 1960, is a public medical school located in Lexington, Kentucky. It operates four campuses: the main hub in Lexington, full campuses in Bowling Green and Northern Kentucky, and a rural medicine training site in Morehead. These campuses aim to address physician shortages and urgent health care needs throughout Kentucky. The current dean is Chipper Griffith, MD, MSPH.
Curriculum
The College offers a four-year M.D. program comprising two years of basic science instruction followed by two years of clinical rotations. Additionally, students have the opportunity to pursue combined degree programs, earning an M.D. alongside a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Public Health (MPH), or Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.). The curriculum is managed centrally by the Office of Medical Education. Early clinical experiences are integrated into the first two years of study, and students are encouraged to engage in community service through initiatives like the UKSA clinic affiliated with the Salvation Army and annual Community Health Fairs.
Facilities
The College's primary teaching facility is the Albert B. Chandler Hospital, a 945-bed medical center that includes the Markey Cancer Center, Kentucky Children's Hospital, Gill Heart Institute, Kentucky Neuroscience Institute, and the Center for Advanced Surgery. The hospital serves as the only Level I trauma center in central and eastern Kentucky and houses the region's only Level IV neonatal intensive care unit. Additional facilities include the UK Good Samaritan Hospital, a 180-bed acute-care facility, and the Kentucky Clinic, the primary outpatient clinic offering a wide range of primary and specialty care services.
SDN Insights
Our analysis of UKCOM:
Student Loan Burden: $324,007
A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at UKCOM, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $324,007. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Lower than 89% Nationally
The cost of living at UKCOM is lower than 89% of all medical schools nationwide. This can significantly reduce your overall expenses during medical school, making it a more affordable option.
Environment: Urban
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