University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine
MCAT Median
507
GPA Median
3.62
Acceptance Rate
10.5%
Program avg: 14.3%
Class Size
230
Estimated figures
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How to Get Into University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine
To be competitive at University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine, applicants typically present a MCAT score near 507 and a GPA around 3.62. University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine admits about 10.5% of applicants. Each entering class is roughly 230 students. The school is located in Galveston, TX. Figures reflect the 2023 entering class. The MCAT and GPA figures are AdmitBase estimates, not medians published by University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine. Enter your own GPA and MCAT score on AdmitBase to see your personalized match category and admission odds.
Admitted Student Profiles
Historical Trends
13-year data (2014–2026)
| Year | MCAT Median | GPA Median | Accept % | Apps | Class Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | 5,450 | 230 |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$19,000
$3,490 below program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$32,000
Outcomes
Board/Certification Pass Rate
95%
Student Body
Total Applicants
5,450
2027 Application Deadlines
2027 Application Requirements
- Apply through
- TMDSAS
- Admissions test
- MCAT
- Letters of recommendation
- One Health Professions Committee packet or three individual letters of evaluation.
- Casper
- Required
- Secondary application
- By invitation · $70 fee
- Interview
- Multiple mini interviews (MMI)Seven 7-minute interviews, with 3 minutes to read a scenario before each.
- Also
- Casper is mandatory to maintain admission eligibility. MCAT scores older than five years from the date of matriculation are not accepted.
Required coursework
- English · 6 semester hours
- Biological sciences · 14 semester hours · with lab · 12 hours of lecture and 2 hours of formal lab.
- Calculus or statistics · 3 semester hours
- Physics · 8 semester hours · with lab · 6 hours of lecture and 2 hours of formal lab.
- General chemistry · 8 semester hours · with lab · 6 hours of lecture and 2 hours of formal lab.
- Organic chemistry · 8 semester hours · with lab · 6 hours of lecture and 2 hours of formal lab.
- Biochemistry · 3 semester hours
Source: UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine M.D. admissions, read September 21, 2026. Requirements change each cycle; confirm on the school's site before you apply.
University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine: Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine's acceptance rate?
University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine has an acceptance rate of about 10.5% (2023 entering class). For comparison, the average across Medicine programs we track is 14.3%.
What MCAT score do you need for University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine?
AdmitBase estimates the median MCAT score of admitted students at University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine at about 507 (2023 entering class). This is an AdmitBase estimate, not a median published by University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine — treat it as a guide only.
What GPA do you need to get into University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine?
AdmitBase estimates the median GPA of admitted students at University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine at about 3.62 (2023 entering class). This is an AdmitBase estimate, not a median published by University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine — treat it as a guide only.
How much does University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine cost?
Annual in-state or resident tuition at University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine is $19,000. Out-of-state or non-resident tuition is $32,000. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine?
Admission to University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine is competitive: it admits roughly 10.5% of applicants, the median MCAT is 507, the median GPA is 3.62. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and MCAT score.
Where is University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine located?
University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine is located in Galveston, TX.
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