ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: Must be an Illinois resident (unless applying to the MD/JD program, which accepts out-of-state applicants) Must be a U.S. citizen OR have a permanent resident visa OR an Illinois resident with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status. Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) scores must not be older than two years, with a minimum score of 498. Overall cumulative undergraduate or last 60 hours or course work grade point average must be 2.80/4.0 scale. Science cumulative undergraduate grade point average minimum of 2.80 (or last 60

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Selected applicants are invited to visit the SIU School of Medicine campus in Springfield for admissions interviews. This is the last step in the admissions process before a final decision is made on your file. The day offers us a chance to get to know you better and gauge your identification with this institution's mission and goals. Also, it gives you the chance to see our facilities, speak with faculty and students, and determine whether SIU School of Medicine is a good fit for you. While on campus, you will have interviews with two faculty members. One will be a member (current or former)

AMCAS submission June 1 - November 15 AMCAS deadline November 15 Supplemental application submission July 15 to February 1 Supplemental application receipt deadline 4:30 pm CST, February 1 Admissions interviews August – March Acceptance notification December, February, March, and as needed thereafter. Multiple acceptance decision deadline April 30

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The Admissions Committee makes all final decisions on applications. The Committee is comprised of more than 20 members, including clinical and basic science faculty, medical students and medical residents. Committee members represent SIU locations in Springfield, Carbondale, Quincy and Decatur. All final admissions decisions are communicated via U.S. postal mail. Below are examples of admissions decisions and what they mean to the applicant. Accept – Congratulations! You have been offered a seat in the upcoming class. You may reserve your place by submitting a $100 enrollment deposit within

MD Program Pursuing a medical degree at SIU School of Medicine will be challenging and rewarding. You will be immersed in clinical encounters, research and community service opportunities throughout your training. SIU is renowned for our education innovations and attention to clinical skills, professional behavior and evaluation. You will learn the science and art of medicine using the latest and most effective methods. You’ll also practice teamwork with the multitude of faculty, staff and other learners on our campuses. SIU School of Medicine offers a four-year MD program for Illinois

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