1.61% Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is 1.61% for the 2026 admission. Here, the acceptance rate is the percentage of matriculated applicants. 7,342 students applied and 118 enrolled to the school.
The interview invitation rate of UA College of Medicine - Tucson is 7.59%. 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, UA College of Medicine - Tucson's acceptance rate is much lower than the average rate of 3.81%. The interview invitation rate is much lower than the average rate of 13.44%.
Compared to medical schools in Arizona, UA College of Medicine - Tucson's acceptance rate is slightly lower than the average rate of 1.89%.
University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Admission Statistics
Acceptance RateInterview Invitation RateApplicantsMatriculated
University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson1.61%7.59%7,342118
All Medical Schools3.81%13.44%1,040,84823,062
Public4.81%15.69%525,23014,276
Private2.32%10.00%515,6188,786
Arizona Medical Schools1.89%9.60%19,093357
Public1.61%7.59%7,342118
Private2.04%10.61%11,751239

Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency

At UA College of Medicine - Tucson, the men to women applicants ratio is 45 to 55 for the academic year 2025-2026. The in-state to out-of-state applicants ratio is 11 to 89.
For the matriculants, the men to wemen to ratio is 41 to 59 and the in-state to out-of-state ratio is 71 to 29 for 2026 admission.
Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency Status
YearTotalBy GenderBy Residency
MenWomenArizona ResidentsOut-of-State Residents
Applicants7,3423,2754,031778 (10.6%)6,564 (89.4%)
Matriculants118487084 (71.2%)34 (28.8%)
Acceptance Rate1.61%1.47%1.74%10.80%0.52%

MCAT Scores and GPA

The average MCAT Score at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is 508 and the average GPA is 3.74 over 118 enrolled students. Compared to medical schools in U.S., UA College of Medicine - Tucson' MCAT Score is similar to the average score of 513.
UA College of Medicine - Tucson requires a minimum MCAT score of 498. 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 Arizona resident
MCAT ScoresGPA
University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson5083.74
All Medical Schools5133.82
Public5123.82
Private5143.83
Arizona Medical Schools5153.83
Public5083.74
Private5193.88

MAT score and GPA Trends

The following table shows the changes of GPA and MCAT scores at UA College of Medicine - Tucson.
MCAT ScoreGPA OverallBCPM (Science) GPA
20225093.72-
20235103.773.69
20245083.74-
20255113.84-
20265083.74-

Application Timeline & Requirements

The primary application deadline for fall 2026 admission is November 13, 2026. To apply to University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson, applicants are required to complete an application on AMCAS (American Medical College Application Service.
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 AMCAS, applicants must submit secondary application to UA College of Medicine - Tucson's application system by December 15, 2026. The secondary application fee for full-time M.D. program is $95 at UA College of Medicine - Tucson.
The items in following table are the required items to University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson applicants. Double-check the requirements by contacting admission office or check the application requirement page.
UA College of Medicine - Tucson 2026 Admission Timeline and Requirements
Regular (AMCAS)2026-11-13
Regular Secondary2026-12-15
Secondary Application Fee$95
Minimum MCAT score of 498 required
Need to meet its Technical Standard
Prerequisites for UA College of Medicine - Tucson Admission
SubjectSpecifications
Physiology
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
Biochemistry
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
Social & Behavioral Sciences
  • 1 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Courses in psychology, sociology, history, anthropology, ethics, and/or courses in related subject areas.
Statistics
  • 1 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
English
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Writing-intensive courses
Data Source: https://medicine.arizona.edu/admissions/key-info/requirements