Overview

Average UGrad GPA
3.41
Total Med School Enrollment
1091

Deadlines

Early Decision
July 1
Regular
April 1

Admissions Requirements

MCAT Scores
Required
Essay / Personal Statement
Required
Science GPA
Required
Non Science GPA
Required
Extracurricular Activities
Optional
Letters of Recommendation
Required
Interview
Required
State Residency
Optional
Admissions Requirements
LECOM seeks applicants who not only have shown success in their science courses, but also have proven themselves as well-rounded individuals who have done well overall in their academic careers. Applicants must meet the following minimum admissions requirements: Applicants must complete a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university by the time of enrollment. Applicants participating in special affiliated programs with LECOM and other exceptions to this policy will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants must have a minimum 2.7 science grade point average. Successful candidates typically have both science and overall grade point averages of 3.2 or above. Applicants must meet the following specific course requirements: * Biology: A minimum of eight semester hours, including two semester hours of laboratory work. These eight hours may consist of general biology or zoology, or a combination of biology, zoology and botany. * Inorganic Chemistry: A minimum of eight semester hours, including two semester hours of laboratory work. * Organic Chemistry: A minimum of eight semester hours, including two semester hours of laboratory work. * Physics: A minimum of eight semester hours, including two hours of laboratory work. * English: A minimum of six semester hours of composition and literature. * Behavioral Sciences: A minimum of six semester hours of courses in the behavioral sciences; i.e., psychology, sociology, anthropology, medical ethics, or philosophy. LECOM recommends that prospective students consider taking advanced coursework, such as biochemistry, physiology, microbiology and/or anatomy, if at all possible. Each candidate must submit his or her most recent Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) scores. MCAT scores taken within the past three years are acceptable.osteopathic physician. Science course requirements are: 8 semester hours of Biology, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Physics. In addition, 6 semester hours of English and Behavioral Science are required.

Other Admission Factors

Academic
MCAT Scores
Science GPA
Non Science GPA
Essay / Personal Statement
Non-Academic
Interviews
Extracurricular Activities
Exposure to Medical Profession

Faculty Information

Dates

Application Deadlines
Apr 1

Financial Aid Statistics

Average Annual Total Aid Package Awarded
$45,000
% Students Receiving Some Aid
92%

Expenses per Academic Year

Tuition
$28,100
In-State-Tuition
$26,700
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,100
Estimated Cost for Books / Academic Expenses
$1,000
Fees
$800

Student Body Profile

Total Enrollment
1,091
Out of State
67%
In State
99%
Foreign Countries Represented
0

Demographics

46% female
54% male

Graduates

While the majority of LECOM graduates become primary care physicians, many alumni have completed residencies and fellowships in other medical specialties. LECOM has developed post-graduate training at 32 hospitals. Graduates have matched for residencies at major hospitals around the country.

More Information

% of Classrooms with Internet Access
100%
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes

Admissions Office Contact

Contact
Amy Rowe
Admissions Coordinator
Address
Office of Admissions, 1858 West Grandview Boulevard
Erie, PA 16509
Phone
814-866-6641
Email
admissions@lecom.edu