A baccalaureate degree is preferred but not required.

No, we do not require any specific coursework.

Yes, students can apply while enrolled in graduate coursework or completing additional degrees. If currently enrolled in a professional school or a degree-granting graduate program, an applicant must complete all degree requirements and show documentation of graduation or completion of requirements prior to matriculation. Updates should be submitted to the Admissions Office regarding grades, enrollment changes, and degree completion.

The College of Medicine allows a 1 year deferral for students who wish to take a year off prior to matriculating into the college. The deferral process is considered a "restrictive" process (i.e., students may not apply to other institutions after being granted a deferral) and is not automatic. Students interested in delayed matriculation should contact the Admissions Office for an outline of the process and deadlines.

Yes.

The website for AMCAS can be found through the AAMC’s website.

Yes, we accept transfer students into the third year of medical school. We do not accept transfer students at any other time in their training. To transfer, students must have completed two successful years at a U.S. allopathic medical school (accredited by LCME) prior to matriculation. The UC College of Medicine does not accept transfer students from international/Caribbean medical schools. Additional details regarding transfer application are available each Spring on the Transfer Admissions page of our website.

In order to be considered for admission to the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, applicants must submit:

• AMCAS application
• UC online Secondary Application
• Letters of recommendation
• MCAT scores that are no more than three years old at the time of AMCAS application submission
  • For example, if you are applying for the 2027 entering class, you must submit scores from a 2026, 2025, 2024 and/or 2023 administration. Scores older than this will not be accepted.
• A legible copy of your permanent residency card, if you are not a U.S. citizen
  • This permanent residency card must be a legible copy of BOTH the front and back of the card.

Yes, this information must be uploaded as a .pdf file through your MedOneStop status page. The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine accepts unlimited updates and you may upload these updates at any time during the application cycle after the submission of your secondary application (i.e., July through June).

Copies of permanent residency cards (green cards) must be submitted as a component of your secondary application. Your residency card must be legible (front and back) or it will not be accepted and your application will remain incomplete.

Yes.

The Admissions Committee wants to know about any incidents of reckless behavior. One speeding ticket typically does not draw the concern of the Committee, unless you were cited for excessive speed or were thought to be a danger to yourself or others. A failure to be transparent about these incidents will draw the Committee's attention; this tends to occur when the 2 required background checks are inconsistent with the UC Secondary Application. Student should be aware that this type of inconsistency is grounds for/may result in rescinding of a student's acceptance at the UC College of Medicine.

No. Once your applications are submitted, you will not be able to modify their contents. However, through our MedOneStop portal, you will be permitted to update your contact information.

For questions regarding the process of applying to the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, please first review the FAQs regarding the application process (outlined above). If your question remains unanswered, you may contact the Office of Admissions via email at MDAdmissions@uc.edu.

For questions regarding login issues, such as password problems, please contact the UCIT HelpDesk at 513-556-HELP (4357) or helpdesk@uc.edu.Unfortunately, the Admissions Office does not have access to login data.

• When you contact the UCIT HelpDesk, they will request certain information in order to verify your identity. You will be asked for your Campus ID (also known as your "M number").
  • Please follow the link If you need to find your Campus ID/M number.

The UCIT HelpDesk (513-556-4357) can reset your password. The UC Office of Admissions cannot reset your password.

When you contact the UCIT HelpDesk to reset your password, they will request certain information in order to verify your identity. You will be asked for your Campus ID (also known as your "M number").

Please follow the link if you need to find your Campus ID/M number.

Applying to Medical School with AMCAS

No. The REGULAR MD PROGRAM requires the following:

• A packet from your pre-professional committee OR
• 3 letters from individuals who can properly evaluate your strengths as an applicant and future clinician
  • If you choose to submit 3 letters, we suggest that you request 2 letters from individuals who can evaluate your performance in science coursework.
  • A maximum of 5 letters may be sent (with the committee packet counting as 1 letter).

The MD/PhD PROGRAM requires:

• A minimum of 1 packet from your pre-professional committee OR
• 3 letters from individuals who can properly evaluate you
  • At least 1 letter should come from an individual(s) who served as a research mentor or advisory capacity in research. 
  • A maximum of 5 letters may be sent.  If you have additional questions about the MD/PhD Program (MSTP), please visit MD/PhD PROGRAM or email mstp@ucmail.uc.edu.

Go to your status page in our MedOneStop Portal.

• Log on to our MedOneStop Portal
• Then under "View Application Status Page" click "Click Here"
  • A message will indicate if the letters have been received by the Office of Admissions.
  • If your letters have not been received within three weeks, contact the individuals who are writing on your behalf before contacting the Office of Admissions.

Yes, you may submit a maximum of 5 letters of recommendation.

You may check the status of your application by going to our MedOneStop Portal. After logging on, click on "Click Here" under the heading "View Application Status Page."

You must update your contact information through AMCAS.