Which schools like out of staters?

[andyfromseattle]

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Which schools don't heavily favor their in state applicants? Or if the list is shorter...which schools are really only for in staters?
Thanks

 

[dr.z]

I think all the state schools prefer the in state applicants. Other private schools don't care much for in-state or out-of-state students. For the list of schools, goto www.aacom.org

 

[Ypo.]

Which schools don't heavily favor their in state applicants? Or if the list is shorter...which schools are really only for in staters?
Thanks

All the private schools are fine with out of staters. I can name a few...DMUCOM, KCOM, LECOM (although i don't recommend going there), COMP...uhh...MSUCOM prefers in state but you have really good chances to get in as an out of stater if you apply early.

 

[DrMom]

OSU (state school) holds about 15 of its 88 spots for out-of-staters.

 

[Raven Feather]

KCUMB, which also has a large class of about 250

 

[OSUdoc08]

Which schools don't heavily favor their in state applicants? Or if the list is shorter...which schools are really only for in staters?
Thanks

AZCOM, KCOM, DMU-COM are good for anywhere out-of-state

CCOM, UNE-COM prefer people in their region of the U.S.

OSU-COM, TCOM, MSU-COM, OU-COM, and other state schools prefer people from in-state

 

[subtle1epiphany]

Just to give you an idea about MSUCOM, there are presently 20 non-residents in a class of 205. So we take approximately 10% non-residents, but when comparing the number that apply with the number accepted, the rate is in the low single digits percentage-wise. If you apply early (first opportunity) and have scores well above the average for osteopathic medical schools (MCAT ~28-30 GPA >3.4-5) you will have a good shot.
Best of luck wherever you choose!

 

[ShyRem]

All these trends can be bucked. For example:

I live in Colorado. I got waitlisted at DMU. I got accepted at UNE (btw so did another friend of mine also from Colorado). I got rejected from KCOM. I got an interview at MSU (which I declined due to cost for oos tuition).

so basically, apply where you WANT to go. The schools are looking for a good fit as well as good demographics. I would never have guessed I would get an interview at MSU, and would have bet money at an interview at KCOM. I almost didn't apply to UNE due to everyone saying they didn't like folks outside their area - I'm very glad I applied there. There's more to applying than where you're from.

 

[irishguy83]

All the private schools are fine with out of staters. I can name a few...DMUCOM, KCOM, LECOM (although i don't recommend going there), COMP...uhh...MSUCOM prefers in state but you have really good chances to get in as an out of stater if you apply early.

I'm a little nervous in hearing so many negative feelings toward LECOM. It is my only acceptance at this point, and I plan to go there unless something changes. I'm wondering why people don't give LECOM Erie any credit. What are your reasons for not recommending them? ...and PLEASE don't include dress code or attendance as the major issues. If these are your reasons, then you should state them in your post when you don't recommend a school to someone. There are many people who don't have a problem with these small details. But I am curious to hear some reasons why LECOM should not be considered. thanks.

 

[DOctorJay]

UMDNJ-SOM loves out of staters so much that you become an in stater as soon as you move here! This is one state that showed me love when my home state didn't. Something to consider.

-J

 

[subtle1epiphany]

All these trends can be bucked. For example:

I live in Colorado. I got waitlisted at DMU. I got accepted at UNE (btw so did another friend of mine also from Colorado). I got rejected from KCOM. I got an interview at MSU (which I declined due to cost for oos tuition).

so basically, apply where you WANT to go. The schools are looking for a good fit as well as good demographics. I would never have guessed I would get an interview at MSU, and would have bet money at an interview at KCOM. I almost didn't apply to UNE due to everyone saying they didn't like folks outside their area - I'm very glad I applied there. There's more to applying than where you're from.

This is ABSOLUTELY true, never rule out a school that you love or feel is for you merely because you don't have the exact scores they report. I'm not saying you should disregard all said indications, but schools do accept many applicants based upon fit or persistance. They are looking for compassionate physicians who are passionate about medicine, they have to be capable, but they also have to make a positive contribution to the school and the world of medicine as a whole. Keep this in mind.
All the best!!!