Michigan State for out of state students

[GypsyHummus]

Hey everyone,

I've been doing a lot of research into the DO schools I could see myself at and one school that has really impressed me is MSUCOM. At this point in time, MSUCOM is my first choice, MD or DO for medical school. I love the campus and the big ten vibe. Plus a solid sports team in almost every team 😉 Plus they seem to have strong research opportunities.

I was wondering, as an out of state applicant, how realistic is it to garner an acceptance with average scores for DO schools?

Do Michigan students get preference since it is a state supported school, or do they only get tuition breaks? If they do favor in state students, how could I make myself more competitive to the program? Would getting a letter of rec from an alumi of the DO school help at all to set me apart? I have recently come into contact with a physician who graduated from MSUCOM. Would it be a good idea to talk to admissions?

I know that OOS tuition is insanely steep, however I have been very impressed with the match rate for graduates, and it seems like a majority of specialty osteopathic residencies are in Michigan. I wouldnt mind going in 300k worth of debt if it gives me the best chance of success for matching in a branch of medicine that I want. Would it be a better idea to try and get a job in Michigan and then apply?

Or is it not even worth it? Should I focus my time and energy elsewhere?

Thank you for all of the advice!

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[user3]

I don't think it is all that much harder to get in OOS. If you have 3.6+/28+ and their several hundred (self reported) average community service hours I think you will be competitive. My main concern would be the tuition. People say that most, but not all OOS students get scholarships, but what % and how much I have no idea. If you end up attending without any scholarships, expect to graduate with $600,000+ of debt after tuition hikes and interest.

 

[FrkyBgStok]

MSU is a good DO school but there is no way the OOS is worth it. If it is the only one that accepts me, maybe. But there is nothing that MSU can do for me that DMU can't that is worth even close to $120k more. Or KCOM or KCUMB or CCOM or fill in any school. Yes being in michigan is a plus but I highly doubt unqualified MSU students will get preference over qualified anywhere else students. If you are serious about MSU, either get residency or hope like mad that you get one of those scholarships that drastically reduces OOS tuition. Or if you are interested in military.

 

[Sophocles]

You can call them up and they will schedule an appt. with you over the phone. First, they told me that only 10% of OOS make up the classes, usually. They also said that they have some sort of grading system that takes into account GPA/MCAT/Volunteering. In the email they send it'll say something along the lines that 800 hours of volunteering is competitive, but over the phone they say that you can max your point at something like 1500 hours (this is inlcuding high school volunteering). Also, they don't really care to much for volunteering or shadowing in a hospital setting if you are not actively engaging the patients and can speak adequately about your experiences. Good luck. Also, I have never asked about OOS scholarships, but you should ask whether this is need based, merit based, etc.

 

[docmayer]

I really really would like to go to this school. However I'd also be stuck with OOS tuition 🙁 sigh...

 

[DrMediterranean]

@OP
I was accepted to both programs at MSU (CHM & COM). Check your inbox.

 

[CXCR4]

Canadians get 20k off per year. Still, its around 58k/year average.

 

[docmayer]

Canadians get 20k off per year. Still, its around 58k/year average.

Is this guaranteed for Canadians (do all Canadians get the scholarship)?

 

[CXCR4]

Is this guaranteed for Canadians (do all Canadians get the scholarship)?

Yes.

 

[ziprasidone1]

Yes.

No, that is not true. I know a few Canadians that were accepted, but on the wait-list for the scholarship.

 

[CXCR4]

No, that is not true. I know a few Canadians that were accepted, but on the wait-list for the scholarship.

My apologies.

 

[user3]

It is unfortunate that they make such a great school so difficult for OOS students to attend. Why they can't handle OOS students like other most other public DO schools (TCOM, OSU, WVSOM, and UMDNJ)? More reasonable tuition (< $55k) or even IS tuition after a year or two. Many of the SUNY's allo schools do this too. Oh well, their loss.