Holistic Review
At Drexel University College of Medicine, the call to serve is in our DNA. With us, your unique life experiences, compassion for others, and desire to heal will stretch into communities far beyond our campus. Follow your calling and become a 21st-century physician with us.
An education that creates well-rounded and passionate doctors requires a review process that includes all aspects of a prospective student’s application. Drexel University College of Medicine seeks highly-qualified and motivated students who demonstrate the desire, intelligence and integrity to become excellent physicians.
We are committed to a diverse student body and encourage nontraditional applicants to apply. Our admissions committee utilizes the process of holistic review in the consideration of applicants.
Holistic review is a flexible, individualized way of assessing an applicant’s capabilities. Consideration is given to the experiences, attributes and academic metrics of the applicant.
Our goal is to recruit and educate a class which will serve the needs of a diverse patient population. We value leadership, community service, and clinical experience, as well as accomplishments in athletics, employment and research.
A complete application includes:
- AMCAS Application
- Completed Supplemental Application and $100 fee (or AMCAS waiver)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- MCAT Score
- CASPer Test
- All completed applications are reviewed by a member of the admissions committee.
Applications are reviewed in their entirety. GPA, MCATs, CASPer test scores, essays, personal characteristics, evidence of service and extracurricular activities, are all taken into consideration when choosing whom to interview.