FAQs
What is the planned class size for Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine each year?
- Year 1 – 2020 – 30
- Year 2 – 2021 – 30
- Year 3 – 2022 – 60
- Year 4 – 2023 – 60
- Year 5 – 2024 – 120
Do I have to be a Texas resident to apply?
No; however, Texas law prescribes that no more than 10 percent of the class can be classified as nonresident. All residency classifications for applicants are assigned by TMDSAS based on the rules governing Texas residency for higher education..
How are GPA and MCAT scores considered?
The GPA and MCAT scores are components of the complete application. Our admissions committee considers the complete academic history within the holistic assessment of the applicant.
Can I submit my application without the MCAT score?
MCAT is required. The test must be taken by September of the application year, and scores cannot be more than 5 years old.
Can I still apply if I have not completed my prerequisites?
Yes, you can submit your application for consideration if you have prerequisite courses in progress or are planning to take the required course(s). However, you will need to demonstrate that you completed all required courses by July 15 of the entering year.
Can I delay or defer admission if offered an acceptance?
Admissions team will evaluate delay or deferral requests on a case by case basis.
Tuition and fees?
2020-2021 Cost of Attendance
7/27/2020 - 6/11/2021
|
|
TX Resident |
Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
|
Tuition & Fees |
$24,264 |
$37,362 |
|
Additional Expenses |
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|
Loan Fees |
$250 |
$250 |
|
Books / Supplies |
$3,500 |
$3,500 |
|
Room and Board* |
$14,200 |
$14,200 |
|
Transportation* |
$2,900 |
$2,900 |
|
Miscellaneous* |
$3,000 |
$3,000 |
|
Total Cost of Attendance |
$48,112 |
$61,212 |
*These line item costs are estimates and subject to change (11/2019)
Changes to line items will change the Overall COA.
For more information contact Office of Admissions Information at UHCOM-admissions@uh.edu