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Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) - Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine

University of Alabama at Birmingham · Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Target Discipline: biologyApplication Deadline: November 1, 2027Official admissions notice ↗

Academic Overview & Description

LCME-accredited medical doctorate renowned for world-class clinical clerkships across UAB Hospital, Birmingham VA Medical Center, and Children's of Alabama.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award: Heersink Endowed Medical Scholarships up to full 4-year tuition
Tuition Rate: $34,500/year (resident) / $67,800/year (non-resident)
Application Fee: $100 (AMCAS + Secondary)

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA: Undergraduate science GPA 3.7+; competitive MCAT (512+ median); AMCAS application and CASPer exam
English Language: Exempt for US degree holders
Standardized Exam: MCAT required
Application Materials: AMCAS personal statement and secondary application essays
Letters of Recommendation: Pre-health committee composite letter or three academic references

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Alabama at Birmingham's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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