Pikeville College - School of Osteopathic Medicine

 
 

Application

To be considered for admission to any of the nation’s osteopathic medical schools, applicants typically have a bachelor’s degree with undergraduate studies that include English, biological sciences, physics, general chemistry and organic chemistry.

Other requirements may include genetics, mathematics and psychology. Most prospective D.O. students major in sciences with an emphasis in biology or chemistry; however, applicants may major in any discipline as long as they meet the minimum course and grade requirements. Applicants must also take the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). Osteopathic medicine is a people-oriented profession that demands dedicated and empathetic individuals. Prospective osteopathic medical students must exhibit a genuine concern for people. Applicants may wish to spend some time with a D.O. or do volunteer work in a healthcare setting before considering a career in this field. Osteopathic medical colleges require a personal interview to assess an applicant’s desire to become an osteopathic physician.

The admission process at PCSOM is initiated by completing the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service (AACOMAS) online application. The Web-based application allows a prospective student to apply to PCSOM through a secure Web server. In order to apply online, applicants only need access to a computer with an Internet connection. Access to AACOMAS online, which includes all application materials and instructions, is available through the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) Web site at www.aacom.org. If an applicant does not have access to a computer, paper applications are available. To receive a paper application, applicants need to contact AACOMAS at:

AACOMAS
Application Services
5550 Friendship Boulevard – Suite 310
Chevy Chase, Md. 20815-7231
Phone: (301) 968-4190

A secondary application will be sent directly to the student after they have designated PCSOM on their AACOMAS application.

The PCSOM Admissions Committee will review files only after all of the following materials have been received:

  1. A completed AACOMAS application and a completed PCSOM supplemental application, including official MCAT Scores;
  2. A nonrefundable supplemental application fee of $75 made payable to PCSOM; and
  3. A letter of recommendation from each of the following sources:
  • a physician (preferably a D.O.).
  • a science faculty member who is familiar with the applicant’s academic work.
  • a premedical source.

The College considers all applicants for admission and financial aid without respect to age, gender, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, handicap or national origin. The College policies are nondiscriminatory.

Applicants to the College are considered on their intellectual ability, scholastic achievement, commitment and suitability to succeed in the study of osteopathic medicine.