Does Tulane have required classes that I need to take before applying?
We have no prerequisites that are required, but in general you will need to have a solid background in the sciences, including: biology, physics, chemistry, and mathematics.  When taking laboratories, in conjunction with these subjects, adds depth to the experience.  Exposure to psychology, sociology, biochemistry, statistics, and studying a foreign language illustrate competencies that are pertinent to being a good physician.  Of course, liberal arts courses that include writing are invaluable preparation for medical school and beyond.

If you have taken post baccalaureate courses, this course work will be calculated with your undergraduate grades and appear in your cumulative GPA with your AMCAS data. However, if you have taken courses in a graduate degree program, your GPA in that program will be separated from your undergraduate and post baccalaureate cumulative GPA.

My early college grades are significantly lower than my most recent grades, including post baccalaureate courses. Is that a problem?
The admissions committee will look at the improvement a student makes over the course of their college career. An upward trend in the GPA will look better than a downward one. We will look very carefully at the specific courses taken in the early and later years as well.

We do not accept AP credits for transferring or replacing classes taken at Tulane University School of Medicine. All students must take Tulane’s required classes without exception. AP credits in undergrad are acceptable however; Tulane would like to see some upper level science classes taken as well. This is a recommendation. 

Yes. Check to see that any community college you attend is regionally accredited.

Does Tulane allow multiple MCAT scores to be reported on the application?
Yes. Members of the admissions committee look at the highest score obtained. Many schools do not find multiple MCAT scores of use. Applicants should prepare with great care to take the MCAT examination.

No, Tulane does not provide a prep course for the MCAT.

We will accept MCAT scores as far back as three years prior to the application cycle. For example, to apply for the fall 2025 class, you will need to submit MCAT scores from at least 2022 (any month in that year).

Will my application be reviewed if I take the MCAT examination after September?
All applications completed prior to our deadline of November 1 will be thoroughly reviewed. However, waiting for MCAT scores after September puts applicants at a disadvantage since interview slots are filled as applications are read and reviewed-so called "rolling admissions."

Does Tulane want copies of my transcripts?
No. All your course work will be verified by AMCAS and will appear on your AMCAS application. If you are offered admission, you must submit to us official, final transcripts from all schools attended prior to matriculation. Failure to do so will jeopardize your entry into medical school.

If your undergraduate degree is from a college or university in the United States or Canada, the college or university must be regionally accredited in order for you to qualify for admission to Tulane. For a list of accredited schools, please visit the website for the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. If your degree is from a college in the US or Canada that is not accredited, you are not eligible to apply to Tulane University School of Medicine.

You do not have to be a premed or biology major to apply to Tulane. We admit many students with non-science majors. Good preparation in the sciences does make an applicant much more competitive.

Tulane accepts students from state and private schools all over the country. What you do and accomplish during your undergraduate career and beyond is the most important aspect that we consider. Evidence of rigor in course selection, discipline, work ethic, and leadership are most important. Also, as mentioned above, the school must be accredited regionally. 

I have been out of college for a year or more. Will that be a problem for my being considered as an applicant?
No. Many of our students have taken a year or more off after college. Some worked full-time; others volunteered or worked abroad; and other applicants pursued interests outside of medicine. Some applicants feel that they need to take some post-bac science courses to strengthen or refresh their knowledge in the sciences. This is not required but consider that you will need to be able to submit strong, recent MCAT scores (taken within three years of matriculation) in order to be competitive.

Does Tulane have a post-baccalaureate program to prepare students for medical school?
Tulane does not have a post-baccalaureate program designed to prepare students for medical school, but we have a number of one-year Masters Programs that may be appropriate. Please check the biomedical sciences program website for those programs and more information.