OpenFieldDoctor of Medicine (M.D.) Program (College of Medicine)
Renowned LCME-accredited medical degree training compassionate physicians dedicated to eliminating healthcare disparities through clinical rotations at Howard University Hospital.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Rigorous pre-medical coursework with competitive undergraduate science GPA (average 3.6)
- English language proficiency
- English fluency verified
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- MCAT exam required (competitive scores typically 505+)
- Thesis / Research statement
- AMCAS personal comments and Howard secondary application essays
- Recommendation letters
- Pre-health committee letter or three letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Need-based scholarships and endowed medical tuition assistance awards covering up to full tuition
- Application fee
- $75 (AMCAS secondary fee)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $54,800/year (Significant institutional grant aid available)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026 (AMCAS Deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Howard University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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