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As a student at the University of MichiganMedical School, you gain access to a uniqueeducation. Our trendsetting curriculum letsyou start caring for patients in your firstyear and get exposed to the essentials ofmedical education system-by-system in thecontext of four main principles: community,leadership, learning and clinical excellence.You engage with expert faculty who havevaried interests and specialties, and freely

share their knowledge. You can earn a dualdegree at another top-ranked school withinwalking distance of our campus, get hands-on experience addressing real-life healthdisparities, or even perform with peers andfaculty in a fine arts group.We take great care in selecting the peoplewe train: future providers of exemplary patientcare, and leaders in medicine, research and

education. Who you are and the distanceyou have traveled speaks to us as much asyour academic record and test scores. Aboveall, the Michigan experience is built aroundyou and where you want to go from here.Whatever your passion, you can pursue it andbecome one of the victors valiant.

GET READY.GET SET.GO BLUE!

What qualities do you look for in med school applicants?As a student at the University of Michigan, you can expect to get an outstanding clinical education thatwill allow you to build relationships with and take care of patients from all walks of life and anywhereon the globe. We seek out individuals who not only have the potential to excel academically, but alsopossess personal attributes that align with our commitment to train the leaders and best.

What happens after I submit my application?Our Admissions process is completely transparentwe let you know early and often about where youstand. Once you apply and submit your secondary application, you can check the status at any timethrough your Current Applicant Status Page on the Admissions website, or through our M.D. Stat+ app.

How do I know if Im eligible for financial aid?The majority of students who enroll in our program apply for and receive some type of financial aid.Our Financial Aid Office will work with you one-on-one to figure out what type of aid you may qualifyto receive, including merit- or need-based scholarships, grants and/or loans.

How does Michigans ranking compare with other medical schools?Michigan is ranked #8 among primary care and #12 among research schools, and received one of thetop five highest scores by Residency Program Directors from across the country. (U.S. News and WorldReport, 2015 Best Graduate Schools)

How does the match rate at Michigan compare with the national rate?Michigan continues to enjoy a strong match rate, even with the ever-growing number of candidatesapplying for the static number of positions available nationwide. In 2014, 100% of our graduatesmatched to one of their ranked programs6% higher than the national average. Residency directorstell us time and again that our students are more than well prepared, which explains why they getplaced where they want to go.

CURIOSITY IS A GOOD THINGFINDING ANSWERS TO WHAT YOU REALLY WANT TO KNOW IS EVEN BETTER

Our students are extremelywell trained, and not just froma knowledge standpoint. Theyreally get a range of opportunitiesto play the role of caregiver insupervised settings with real,authentic responsibilities whilelearning how to navigate thecomplexities of working in a largehealth care system, all of whichbrings their clinical skills

to another level.

Rajesh S. Mangrulkar, M.D.Associate Dean for Medical StudentEducation and Associate Professor ofInternal Medicine and Medical Education


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What teaching methods do you use?Everyone learns in different ways, which is why our curriculum accommodates a widevariety of input styles: lectures, videos, small group sessions, workshops, simulationcenter, standardized patients, laboratory experiences with virtual microscopy in histologyand pathology as well as anatomy. There is something for everyone!Will I have time for a life outside of med school?School/life balance is something we take very seriously, not only for our students but alsofor our faculty and staff. Work and play are not mutually exclusive, and we find you getgreat outcomes if you enjoy what youre doing and you enjoy the people youre doingit with every day. Our program is designed to give students plenty of opportunity to getinvolved in a range of activities, including intramural sports, clubs and organizations,studies in other schools or abroad.

I really care about community servicehow can I give back while in med school?Student experiences are available through two local community health centers, in addition

to a number of safety net organizations in the Ann Arbor area and urban Detroit. Many ofour student groups sponsor service projects as part of their regular activities, including aweekly Student Run Free Clinic for uninsured patients with opportunities for all studentsto participate.

How does Michigan address the issue of health equity?In addition to curricular opportunities available through our Global Health & DisparitiesPath of Excellence, and the community service mentioned in the previous answer, you canapply to join the Health Equity Scholars Program for outreach-based experiences.

What is the schools commitment to diversity?Diversity is valued in all its forms in our school. We believe that we all learn better whenwe engage with people from all walks of life, both in our classes and in our clinics.Students will take care of patients in underserved settings, such as community healthcenters throughout the Ann Arbor area and Southeast Michigan.

Our Office for Health Equity and Inclusion (OHEI) partners with us on this missionthrough the recruitment and career development of individuals who come from diversebackgrounds who also have a deep passion for eliminating health disparities and servingthe underserved throughout society.

How are students opinions valued at Michigan?Students are involved in every Medical School committee with the exception of facultyadvancement. Members of each class are nominated by their peers to serve on high-level curriculum work groups, and every student individually reviews each sequence,course and clinical experience through a series of evaluations, which are then compiledby small student groups and presented to faculty and curriculum directors. It is really

a collaborative effort for continuous quality improvement that would not work withouteveryones input.

CURIOSITY IS A GOOD THINGFINDING ANSWERS TO WHAT YOU REALLY WANT TO KNOWIS EVEN BETTER

YOUR

APPLICATION YEARHere is a general timeline for the

University of Michigan Medical School

application process:

JUNEOur Admissions team begins accepting

applications.

JULYFile review begins and initial interview offers

are made.

SEPTEMBERInterviews begin and continue until the end

of February.

OCTOBERAt midnight on October 15, the first round of

admitted students is notified. We have a rolling

admissions policy, so after this date students

will know their status within one month of their

interviews.

NOVEMBERSecondary applications are due November 30.

JANUARYFinancial aid information and forms are sent to

admitted students.

MARCHScholarships are awarded.

MAY

Admitted students are invited to attend a funand informative Second Look Weekend. All

admitted students are required to accept or

decline their offer by April 30. Deferrals may be

granted at the discretion of the Assistant Dean

for Admissions.

See what some of our students have to say about living inAnn Arbor on their Dose of Reality blog (umdoseofreality.org/)or follow them on Twitter @UMDailyDose.
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Our midsize college town happens to have a lot of cool things going on,including 45,000 talented students and faculty bringing their amazingenergy to the mix. People from across the country and around the worldcome here to study, work and live in this eclectic urban environment.Theres something for everyone here:

IF YOURE A FOODIE

YoullAnn Arbors passion for locavore cuisine andsmorgasbord of ethnic dining spots among the multitudeof places to get a quick bite or celebrate in fine style withfamily and friends.

IF YOURE OUTDOORSY

Youllthe all-season nature of our town. Whether itscommuting on bike, kayaking on the Huron River, crosscountry skiing down a snowy path or taking a peaceful strollin the Arb, theres always a good reason to be outside.

IF YOURE A CULTURE CRAVER

Youllthe impressive artists and performers, fromhomegrown to internationally renowned, who gracethe stages, festivals and galleries in venues throughoutthe city.

IF YOURE A NIGHT OWL

Youllstaying out late at one of the many after-darkoptions, from comedy and night clubs to piano bars anddessert lounges.

IF YOURE A SPORTS FAN

Youllthe energy of 100,000+ cheering Wolverinesat the Big House on a crisp Football Saturday afternoon,or get in on the action yourself with a good game of

broomball or one of the other many intramural sportsteams on campus.

Theres so much more to dovisitannarbor.orgis a great placeto get started.

WEANN ARBOR

THEMICHIGANCURRICULUMDeveloped to challenge our students and help

them to grow cognitively and professionally, our

curriculum integrates biomedical sciences, clinical

sciences and patient care skills system-by-system.

Some components run longitudinally throughout

all years, such as the Paths of Excellence and

Leadership Initiative.

In addition to teaching the scientific principles of

health and disease, our curriculum emphasizespatient interaction, and the influence of cultural

and social issues on healthcare.

These are some of the reasons why Michigan

was one of only 11 medical schools awarded

a $1.1 million grant by the American Medical

Association as part of a national effort to create

a new framework for medical education. At

U-M, our goal is to prepare future physicians

to lead changes in health and healthcare in a

dynamic global environment. Our commitment

to strategically advancing innovative curricular

initiatives is just one of the great things that sets

Michigan apart.

During my first year of med school, I gained early clinicalexperience through shadowing and health fairs, andvolunteering at clinics where I took patient histories and

vitals before presenting them to the attending. I also foundtime to perform with other med students in Biorhythmsand The Smoker, and play intramural sports. I appreciatedhaving such a well-rounded M1 experience.

Zahra Dawson

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THE MICHIGAN CURRICULUM continued

COMMUNITY

M-HomeSmall group settings provide students with longitudinal learningexperiences while they develop meaningful professionalrelationships with future colleagues across their four years oftraining. Our dedicated faculty serves as teachers, mentors

and advisors to foster a collaborative learning environment,professional development and a connection with patients, theirfamilies and the greater Medical School community.

Supportive Learning EnvironmentA warm, diverse and collegial atmosphere embodies the cultureat Michigan. We believe that collaboration and teamwork makeeveryone better. As a student, you can expect to engage with atalented and supportive community of faculty, peers and staffalong your journey toward becoming the best physician thatyou can be.

Connect with Families and Patients

Understanding the personal and humanistic aspects of medicinethrough firsthand encounters with patients and their families is acritical part of our curriculum. Clinical exposure begins very earlyin your education through the Doctoring course. Our patientsand families open their lives and give students invaluabletraining that cannot be duplicated in any classroom.

LEADERSHIP

Develop Your Professional IdentityOur curriculum promotes reflection and self-awareness in asmall-group, mentored environment. Through specially designedactivities, students gain a deeper understanding of their valuesand strengths, and learn how to apply this insight to create their

professional future in medicine.

Leadership Skills TrainingThe future of medicine needs physician leaders who areprepared to influence the systems of healthcare to improvehealth outcomes for patients and society. Our curriculum notonly trains you to become an excellent clinician, but also helpsyou develop the necessary skills to lead meaningful change nomatter where you serve.

Paths of ExcellenceStudents can receive more in-depth training in a specific healthcare area of interest through a Path of Excellence. These Paths

are offered in addition to the core curriculum and featurementorship, seminars, experiences and projects focused onspecific issues at a systems level. Our current Paths of Excellenceinclude: Global Health & Disparities, Ethics, Health Policy &Economics, and Quality & Safety, with more options beingplanned. Incoming students may apply in the early winter oftheir first year.

LETS MOVETHE WORLDFORWARD.

Longitudinal Small Group Learning Community (M-Home)

Leadership / Paths of Excellence / Self-Directed Projects

Normal Organ Systems(cells & tissues, cardiovascular, respiratory,

musculoskeletal, renal, gastrointestinal,

endocrine, reproduction, immunology,central nervous system, infectious diseases,

microbiology, histopathology, embryology,human growth & development)

Abnormal Organ Systems(cardiovascular, respiratory,

renal, psychiatry, neuroscience,

musculoskeletal, rheumatology,dermatology, hematology,

gastrointestinal,oncology, endocrine,

reproduction)

Focused Scientific Learning

Clinical Learning Experiences

(general learning focused on

exploration and breadth)


(focused learning, e.g. bootcamps,

sub-internships)


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Longitudinal Small Group Learning Community (M-Home)

Leadership / Paths of Excellence / Self-Directed Projects

Normal Organ Systems(cells & tissues, cardiovascular, respiratory,

musculoskeletal, renal, gastrointestinal,

endocrine, reproduction, immunology,central nervous system, infectious diseases,

microbiology, histopathology, embryology,human growth & development)

Abnormal Organ Systems(cardiovascular, respiratory,

renal, psychiatry, neuroscience,

musculoskeletal, rheumatology,dermatology, hematology,

gastrointestinal,oncology, endocrine,

reproduction)

Focused Scientific Learning


(general learning focused on

exploration and breadth)


(focused learning, e.g. bootcamps,

sub-internships)


M1 YEAR M2 YEAR M3 YEAR M4 YEAR

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THE MICHIGAN CURRICULUM continued

LEARNING

Learning How to LearnWith the continual and rapid expansion of scientific knowledge,memorization of a static set of facts is no longer the best methodfor educating physicians. The early part of your training providesa strong scaffolding of foundational knowledge that supports

future learning. As you progress, self-directed learning basedon your personal interests and professional goals guides theremainder of your education as you prepare for residency.

Research and DiscoveryThe University of Michigan Medical School brings in hundredsof millions of dollars of NIH funding each year, one of thehighest amounts for a public university. As a result, our studentshave access to numerous research mentors, and opportunitiesfor engaging in research and scholarship throughout theirmedical education.

Applied Scientific Learning in the Clinical Context

We believe that the clinical environment provides futurephysicians with the best context for learning. Students interactwith patients early and often in hospital, clinic and communitysettings to make the scientific and humanistic aspects ofmedicine most meaningful and relevant.

CLINICAL EXCELLENCE

Longitudinal Clinical Skills DevelopmentOur curriculum supports the development of clinical skills,which includes professional and interpersonal communication,through a doctoring course that starts on the first day andcontinues throughout your medical education. Faculty mentors

provide continual support to help students develop and improvetheir effectiveness in the clinical setting, both personally andprofessionally.

Dual DegreesStudents who are motivated to complete additional courseworkand/or earn an additional degree from one of the other top-ranked schools at U-M are fully encouraged to do so. Youcan choose from masters degrees in public health, business,information science, public policy, education and clinicalresearch, among many others. In addition, we have dual-acceptance programs for oral maxillofacial surgical residency,and our nationally renowned Medical Scientist Training Program

(MSTP) for an M.D./Ph.D.

Preparation for ResidencyThere is a reason why our graduates consistently rank at the topof the list for residency preparedness among program directors:we provide comprehensive clinical training. Youll have theopportunity to explore a variety of disciplines in medicine so youcan make a meaningful choice and be more than ready to takethe next step.


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2014 INCOMING CLASS

BY THE NUMBERS

Admissions Summary

Number of applications .............5776 (6.2% increase from 2013)Number interviewed.................................. .............................578

(10.1% of application pool; 0.1% decrease from 2013)

Number of students in the class ............................................177*

Class Average Sci GPA .........................................................3.77Class Average Total GPA ......................................................3.79

Class Average MCAT ..........................................................34.81

Class Composition

Male .........................................................................83 (46.9%)Female.......................................................................94 (53.1%)

MSTP Students ........................................................................ 10

Maxillofacial Surgery Program Students ......................................3

Under-represented in Medicine................................... 21 (11.9%)Average age ..............................................24.3 (Range 21 33)

Class GeographyMichigan Residents ....................................................84 (47.5%)

Non-residents .......................................................... 93 (52.5%)

States represented ...................................................................32After the state of Michigan, the next largest groups are:

California ......................................................................... 19

Illinois ............................................................................... 11

Colorado, Massachusetts, Missouri,North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon ...................................4 each

Undergraduate Colleges Attended**

Total number of institutions represented ................................... 77

Michigan institutions represented ............................................. 16

Institutions with Highest Numbers of StudentsUniversity of Michigan .............................................................48

Washington University in St. Louis..............................................6

Northwestern .............................................................................5Dartmouth, Grand Valley State, Harvard, UCBerkeley ......4 each

*7/25/2014; Data subject to change **Sampling of total incoming students

QUESTIONS ABOUTADMISSIONS?

CONTACT US

Find out more about theUniversity of Michigan Medical School:

medicine.umich.edu/md-admissions

Carol TeenerInterim Director of Admissions

University of Michigan Medical School Admissions4303 Medical Science Bldg 1

1301 Catherine RoadAnn Arbor, MI 48109-0624

(734) 764-6317 | [email protected]

2014 The Regents of the University of Michigan: Mark J. Bernstein, Julia Donovan Darlow,

Laurence B. Deitch, Shauna Ryder Diggs, Denise Ilitch, Andrea Fischer Newman, Andrew C. Richner,

Katherine E. White, Mark S. Schlissel, M.D., Ph.D. (ex officio).

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