Check our our list of the medical schools in Alabama to find median GPA and MCAT, and tuition rates to see if one of these schools is a good fit for you. Remember that you’ll use AMCAS to apply for an allopathic (MD) program and AACOMAS when applying for an osteopathic (DO) program.
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Medical School | Location | Median GPA | Median MCAT | In-state Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition | Program Type |
University of Alabama School of Medicine(UAB) | Birmingham, AL | 3.83 | 511 | $70,367 | $102,688 | MD |
University of South Alabama College of Medicine | Mobile, AL | 3.9 | 511 | $62,542 | $95,753 | MD |
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine(VCOM-Auburn) | Auburn, AL | 3.6 | 500 | $39,530 | $39,530 | DO |
Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine(ACOM) | Dothan, AL | 3.47 | 504 | $55,690 | $55,690 | DO |
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FAQ About Medical Schools in Alabama
Alabama has 4 medical schools:
- University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine
- University of South Alabama College of Medicine
- Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
The University of Alabama at Birmingham - Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine is located in Birmingham, Alabama.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham - Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine is raked a tier two school by U.S. World and News Report in both Best Medical Schools for Research and Best medical Schools for Primary Care.
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