1.06% Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine is 1.06% for the 2024 admission. Here, the acceptance rate is the percentage of matriculated applicants. 3,756 people applied and 40 enrolled to the school.
The interview invitation rate of Tyler School of Medicine is 7.24%. Interview rate is the percentage of applicants who are invited to an admissions interview. (read more about acceptance and interview rates.)
Compared to all medical schools' rate, Tyler School of Medicine's acceptance rate is much lower than the average rate of 3.35%. The interview invitation rate is much lower than the average rate of 11.08%.
Compared to medical schools in Texas, Tyler School of Medicine's acceptance rate is much lower than the average rate of 2.81%.
The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine Admission Statistics
Acceptance RateInterview Invitation RateApplicantsMatriculated
The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine1.06%7.24%3,75640
All Medical Schools3.35%11.08%965,47722,980
Public3.91%11.78%492,96714,197
Private2.49%10.02%472,5108,783
Texas Medical Schools2.81%12.22%67,1821,927
Public2.71%11.62%61,6101,701
Private4.06%19.36%5,572226

Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency

At Tyler School of Medicine, the men to women applicants ratio is 45 to 55 for the academic year 2023-2024. The in-state to out-of-state applicants ratio is 85 to 15.
For the matriculants, the men to wemen to ratio is 25 to 75 and the in-state to out-of-state ratio is 98 to 3 for 2024 admission.
Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency Status
YearTotalBy GenderBy Residency
MenWomenTexas ResidentsOut-of-State Residents
Applicants3,7561,6752,0708515
Matriculants401030983
Acceptance Rate1.06%0.60%1.45%115.11%16.34%

MCAT Scores and GPA

The 2023 average MCAT Score at The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine is 508 and the average GPA is 3.7 over 40 enrolled students. Compared to medical schools in U.S., Tyler School of Medicine' MCAT Score is similar to the average score of 512.
Tyler School of Medicine requires a minimum MCAT score of 492. Public medical schools generally require higher MCAT scores for out-of-state students (non-residents), so check the school's admissions page if you are not a Texas resident
MCAT ScoresGPA
The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine5083.7
All Medical Schools5123.77
Public5113.77
Private5143.77
Texas Medical Schools5123.80
Public5123.79
Private5183.91

Application Timeline & Requirements

Out-of-state applicants can also apply to Tyler School of Medicine, but it is important to note that 97.5% of last year's enrolled students were Texas residents. State-funded medical schools, like Tyler School of Medicine, give priority to residential applicants. Out-of-state students who have excellent grades and experience, or who have contributed greatly to Texas state, have a chance of being accepted.
Additionally, it may require out-of-state applicants to have a higher GPA and MCAT score than in-state applicants.
The primary application deadline for fall 2025 admission is November 1, 2024. To apply to The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine, applicants are required to complete an application on Texas Medical & Dental Schools Application Services (TMDSAS).
Although there are set application deadlines, most medical schools prefer early applicants regardless of their rolling admissions policies. Therefore, applying early rather than waiting for the deadline can be a good way to get accepted.
After applying to TMDSAS, applicants must submit secondary application to Tyler School of Medicine's application system by November 15, 2024.
The items in following table are the required items to The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine applicants. Double-check the requirements by contacting admission office or check the application requirement page.
Tyler School of Medicine 2025 Admission Timeline and Requirements
Regular (TMDSAS)2024-11-01
Regular Secondary2024-11-15
Secondary Application Fee-
Minimum MCAT score of 492 required
CASPer Exam required
Prerequisites for Tyler School of Medicine Admission
SubjectSpecifications
Biology
  • 3 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Lab experiences may be required.
Physics
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Lab experiences may be required.
Physics
  • 3 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Lab experiences may be required.
Biochemistry
  • 1 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
English
  • 1 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Writing-intensive courses
Statistics
  • 1 semester course(s) required or encouraged.