Frequently Asked Questions — DO

To be considered for admission to DMU’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program, students must satisfy the following requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Recommended minimum GPA: 2.8 cumulative and science (all applications are considered)
• MCAT required

See DO Admission Requirements for full details.

The courses below are required for admission to the DO program. You may apply while some coursework is still in progress, but all must be completed before starting at DMU. Required courses include:

• Biology/Zoology — 8 Semester Hours (labs required when available)
• General Chemistry — 8 Semester Hours (labs required when available)
• Organic Chemistry — 4 Semester Hours (labs required when available)
• Biochemistry — 3 Semester Hours
• Physics — 8 Semester Hours (labs required when available; up to 3 semester hours of statistics may substitute for 3 semester hours of physics)
• English, English Composition, Speech or Literature — 6 Semester Hours
• Recommended Courses: We also recommend courses in cell biology, microbiology, immunology, genetics, physiology and anatomy

Applications are submitted through the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service.

Applications open in May each year for the class enrolling the following year in August. You’ll need:

1. Official transcripts
2. A minimum of three references
3. MCAT scores

Competitive applicants are invited to interview to assess academic preparation, motivation and fit for the program.

DMU’s DO program follows a two-part interview process:

• A virtual dean’s overview featuring a presentation about the program and a live Q&A with current students.
• A live virtual interview with a DMU faculty member.

Admission decisions — including “admit,” “alternate” or “release from consideration” — are sent via email throughout the admissions cycle.

Clinical exposure isn’t required for admission to the DO program, but it’s highly recommended to help confirm your interest in and commitment to the osteopathic medical profession. This experience can include shadowing, paid positions or volunteer work.

To establish a mentoring or shadowing relationship with an osteopathic physician, visit the American Osteopathic Association.

Yes. Students wishing to be considered for transfer into the DO program from another college of medicine (osteopathic or allopathic) must meet specific academic and institutional criteria. Detailed transfer requirements are available in the academic catalog.

No. Only U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents are eligible for admission to DMU’s DO program.