Transfer or International Students

Transferring into TUSOM:

Does Tulane accept transfer students?
Tulane does not accept transfer students.

International /Undocumented/DACA students applying for medical school:

Do you accept applications from international students?
Yes. International students are welcome to apply. The admissions process is identical for domestic and international students. All applicants will receive a full review of their file, regardless of citizenship or immigration status. AMCAS does not verify foreign degree however, international students are able to apply and will be considered. International Students do not need to send additional paperwork, applying though AMCAS is all that is needed.

What financial aid is available for international students?
Please note that citizens of foreign countries are ineligible to receive US federal financial aid. All international students are required by Tulane University to show proof of ability to pay one year of tuition prior to becoming admitted.  But all admitted students, including international students, are eligible and automatically considered for merit-based aid and TUSOM need-based aid.

Do you accept Undocumented/DACA students?
Yes. Undocumented/DACA students are welcome to apply. The admissions process is identical for anyone applying to TUSOM. All applicants will receive a full review of their file, regardless of citizenship or immigration status.

For more information about international student aid, click here: International Student Aid.

For more information about alternative loan options for international students, click here: Alternate Loan Options. 

For a list of the total cost of attendance, click here: Cost of Attendance.

For more information from our Office of International Students, click here: Office of International Students.

For more information regarding resources for Undocumented students, click here: On Campus Support.