How hard is it to get into medical school in Florida?
The nine Florida schools reporting both numbers took 59,740 applications for 1,083 seats, about 55 applications for every place. USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has the shortest odds of the group at 31 applications per seat.
| School | Applications | Class size | Applications per seat | Share who enrol | Median MCAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USF Health Morsani College of Medicine | 5,635 | 182 | 31 | 3.2% | 518 |
| University of Florida College of Medicine | 5,393 | 135 | 40 | 2.5% | 514 |
| University of Central Florida College of Medicine | 5,520 | 120 | 46 | 2.2% | 515 |
| University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine | 11,015 | 201 | 55 | 1.8% | 514 |
| Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine | 6,749 | 121 | 56 | 1.8% | 509 |
| Florida State University College of Medicine | 7,081 | 120 | 59 | 1.7% | 507 |
| Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University | 5,108 | 76 | 67 | 1.5% | 513 |
| Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine | 6,239 | 64 | 97 | 1.0% | 512 |
| Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine | 7,000 | 64 | 109 | 0.9% | 505 |
Share who enrol is the class divided by the applications, so it sits below a school's acceptance rate, because schools admit more people than take up a place. It is the closest figure the published numbers support.
These are the odds across everyone who applied, so a score at or above a school's median shortens them considerably. The schools that admit at the lowest medians nationally and your own chances of getting in both go further into it.
Medical schools in Florida at a glance
All nine medical schools in Florida are below, with median MCAT and GPA, tuition in and out of state, class size and the share of applicants who reach interview. Each figure is the most recent one the school has published.
2026–27 cycle data. Last updated 30 August 2026.
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| School | Degree | Apply through | Founded | Median MCAT | Median GPA | In-state tuition | Out-of-state tuition | Class size | Secondary essays | Interview rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USF Health Morsani College of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 1971 | 518 | 3.91 | $33,726 | $54,916 | 182 | n/a | na |
| University of Central Florida College of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 2006 | 515 | 3.89 | $29,680 | $56,554 | 120 | 7 | 9% |
| University of Florida College of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 1956 | 514 | 3.91 | $62,438 | $74,698 | 135 | 14 | 10% |
| University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 1952 | 514 | 3.82 | $53,500 | $53,500 | 201 | 9 | Na |
| Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University | MD | AMCAS | 2011 | 513 | 3.9 | $31,830 | $67,972 | 76 | n/a | 10% |
| Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 2018 | 512 | 3.81 | $69,870 | $69,870 | 64 | 9 | 7.6% |
| Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 2006 | 509 | 3.83 | $32,739 | $62,739 | 121 | 6 | 11.1% |
| Florida State University College of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 2000 | 507 | 3.83 | $76,419 | $99,757 | 120 | 9 | 7.4% |
| Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine | do | AACOMAS | 1997 | 505 | 3.6 | $69,870 | $69,870 | 64 | 3 | na |
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What medical schools in Florida look for
Median MCAT across Florida runs from 505 at Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine to 518 at USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. Where your score sits in that spread shapes which of them to apply to, so application, so check it before you build a list. What counts as a good MCAT score sets out the national picture, and the percentile tables show what each scaled score means.
Between 3.60 and 3.91 is where median GPA sits. A GPA below that band is still in the conversation with a strong MCAT, and a single cycle is long enough to raise an MCAT score. If you have already tested, the retake calculator prices what another attempt would take, and the score calculator converts an AAMC practice test into a scaled score.
For residents, tuition starts at $29,680 at University of Central Florida College of Medicine and reaches $76,419 at Florida State University College of Medicine. Medical school tuition across the US and Canada puts those numbers in context.
They do not all use the same application. It is AMCAS for eight, AACOMAS for one. Applying across services means duplicating work, so check which one each school on your list takes before you start.
Secondaries are the next hurdle after the primary. The seven schools here we hold prompts for ask 57 essays between them, from 3 up to 14 at University of Florida College of Medicine. Our secondary prompt database carries the wording of every one for the 2026-27 cycle, so you can draft before they arrive.
One of the nine awards a DO alongside the MD programs. Both lead to licensure and residency, and DO programs generally admit at lower median scores, which is why they belong on most lists. The medical schools that admit at the lowest medians covers that ground nationally.
Between them these programs read about 59,740 applications a year for roughly 1,083 seats, near enough 55 applications per place. Those totals double-count anyone applying to more than one school, so treat the ratio as a measure of how much reading each committee does rather than as your odds. It is the reason a screening score matters before anyone reads a word of your essays.
Every school here sends a secondary, and the load is uneven. University of Florida College of Medicine asks for 4, and the rest range from one required essay to several more once optional prompts open up. Our secondary prompt database carries the current prompts for each of them, so you can draft in June instead of reacting in August.
On the US News research ranking, University of Florida College of Medicine places highest at 37. Rankings shift little from year to year and matter far less than fit, funding and where you want to train, though they do shape how competitive a given cycle feels.
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University of Florida College of Medicine
Competitiveness: 7.0/10
Founded in 1956, the University of Florida College of Medicine is a public institution in Gainesville, combining cutting-edge research, innovative programs, and hands-on experience. UF trains physicians ready to lead and tackle tomorrow's healthcare challenges.
Median GPA
3.91
Median MCAT
515
Location
Gainesville
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$62,438
Out-of-State Tuition
$74,698
Class Size
135
US News Ranking (Research)
37
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
48
Total Applicants
5,393
Secondaries Required
4
Interview Rate
10%
Interview Format
two partially blind one-on one interviews
Address
1600 SW Archer Rd M509, 32610
USF Health Morsani College of Medicine
Competitiveness: 7.0/10
Founded in 1971, USF Health Morsani College of Medicine is a public institution in Tampa, Florida. Known for its innovative research, hands-on learning, and commitment to community health, Morsani prepares physicians to lead in a rapidly changing healthcare world. If you want to make a real impact, USF is where you start.
Median GPA
3.91
Median MCAT
518
Location
Tampa
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$33,726
Out-of-State Tuition
$54,916
Class Size
182
US News Ranking (Research)
46
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
56
Total Applicants
5,635
Secondaries Required
3 required, 2 if applicable
Interview Rate
na
Interview Format
mcom core program
Address
12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, 33612
Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University
Competitiveness: 3.2/10
Founded in 2011, Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University is a public institution in Boca Raton, Florida. With a focus on innovation, research, and community care, Schmidt College trains compassionate physicians ready to make a real impact.
Median GPA
3.9
Median MCAT
515
Location
Boca Raton
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$31,830
Out-of-State Tuition
$67,972
Class Size
76
US News Ranking (Research)
95-124
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
94-124
Total Applicants
5,108
Secondaries Required
8
Interview Rate
10%
Interview Format
closed file interview
Address
777 Glades Road BC-71, 33431
University of Central Florida College of Medicine
Competitiveness: 4.4/10
Founded in 2006, the University of Central Florida College of Medicine is a public institution built for the bold. Located in Orlando’s booming medical hub, it combines cutting-edge research, high-tech training, and a spirit of innovation. Here, students don’t just study medicine—they push its boundaries.
Median GPA
3.89
Median MCAT
513
Location
Orlando
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$29,680.20
Out-of-State Tuition
$56,553.80
Class Size
120
US News Ranking (Research)
87
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
94-124
Total Applicants
5,520
Secondaries Required
8
Interview Rate
9%
Interview Format
partially closes , virtual interviews
Address
6850 Lake Nona Blvd, 32827
Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine
Competitiveness: 2.8/10
Founded in 2006, FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine is a public institution in Miami, blending innovation, research, and community care. FIU prepares students to be compassionate, adaptable physicians ready to lead in today’s evolving healthcare landscape.
Median GPA
3.83
Median MCAT
511
Location
Miami
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$32,739
Out-of-State Tuition
$62,739
Class Size
121
US News Ranking (Research)
95-124
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
94-124
Total Applicants
6,749
Secondaries Required
5 required, 1 if applicable
Interview Rate
11.1%
Interview Format
hwcom
Address
11200 SW 8th Street, 33199
University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 6.1/10
Founded in 1952, the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is a private institution in Miami’s medical hub. With pioneering research, top-tier faculty, and a focus on community impact, Miller prepares physicians to lead and innovate in healthcare.
Median GPA
3.82
Median MCAT
515
Location
Miami
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$53,500
Out-of-State Tuition
$53,500
Class Size
201
US News Ranking (Research)
43
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
94-124
Total Applicants
11,015
Secondaries Required
9
Interview Rate
Na
Interview Format
One open-file, experiential, one closed-file, behavioral
Address
1600 NW 10th Ave #1140, 33136
Florida State University College of Medicine
Competitiveness: 2.0/10
Founded in 2000, the Florida State University College of Medicine is a public institution in Tallahassee, focused on rural health and patient-centered care. FSU prepares physicians to serve diverse communities and make a real impact with hands-on experience.
Median GPA
3.83
Median MCAT
508
Location
Tallahassee
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$76,419
Out-of-State Tuition
$99,757
Class Size
120
US News Ranking (Research)
95-124
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
78
Total Applicants
7,081
Secondaries Required
3
Interview Rate
7.4%
Interview Format
two o1-on-1 interviews
Address
1115 W Call St, 32304
Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine
Competitiveness: 3.0/10
Founded in 2018, the Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine is a private institution in Fort Lauderdale. With a focus on innovation, research, and community care, NSU prepares future physicians to lead in the evolving healthcare field.
Median GPA
3.81
Median MCAT
518
Location
Fort Lauderdale
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$69,870
Out-of-State Tuition
$69,870
Class Size
64
US News Ranking (Research)
95-124
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
94-124
Total Applicants
6,239
Secondaries Required
4 required, 4 if applicable
Interview Rate
7.6%
Interview Format
NSU MD
Address
3300 S University Dr
Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
Competitiveness: 8/10
Founded in 1997, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine is a private institution in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Known for its innovative osteopathic training and focus on holistic care, Patel College prepares physicians to lead with compassion and cutting-edge knowledge.
Median GPA
3.6
Median MCAT
504
Location
Davie
Degree
do
In-State Tuition
$69,870
Out-of-State Tuition
$69,870
Class Size
64
US News Ranking (Research)
unranked
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
unranked
Total Applicants
7,000
Secondaries Required
3 required, 1 applicable
Interview Rate
na
Interview Format
Individual interview
Address
3200 S University Dr, 33328
Common questions about medical schools in Florida
How many medical schools are in Florida?
Nine medical schools. Eight award an MD and one awards a DO. Every one is listed in the table above with its median MCAT, median GPA and tuition.
What MCAT score do you need for medical school in Florida?
Median MCAT runs from 505 to 518, so a score at or above 513 puts you in range at about half of them. A median is the midpoint rather than a cut-off, and roughly half of each admitted class scored below it. What counts as a good MCAT score goes through how to read those numbers, and our guide to raising a score covers how to raise one.
What GPA do you need for medical school in Florida?
Medians land between 3.60 and 3.91. A GPA under that band is workable when the MCAT is strong, which is the part of the application still open to change once your transcript is fixed.
How much does medical school cost in Florida?
In-state tuition runs from $29,680 a year at University of Central Florida College of Medicine to $76,419 at Florida State University College of Medicine, before living costs. Tuition across the US and Canada sets those against the national range.
Which Florida medical school is easiest to get into?
By median MCAT, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine admits at the lowest score of the group at 505. That makes it the most forgiving on numbers, though secondaries, interviews and mission fit still decide the outcome. Our secondary prompt database carries the essays each school asks for.
What is the acceptance rate at medical schools in Florida?
Schools here report roughly 59,740 applications against about 1,083 seats, which works out near one place for every 55 applications. That is not a per-applicant acceptance rate, because most people apply to fifteen or twenty schools and get counted at each one. Read it as a measure of how crowded each committee's desk is, and as the reason a screening MCAT and GPA come first. Individual schools publish their own rates, and the in-state and out-of-state figures usually differ sharply.
Which application service do Florida medical schools use?
Amcas for eight, aacomas for one. The table above lists it per school, so you can group your list by service before you start writing.
What secondary essays do Florida medical schools ask for?
Across the seven we hold prompts for, 57 in total, ranging from 3 to 14 at University of Florida College of Medicine. Secondaries arrive within days of a verified application and the turnaround runs to about two weeks, so prewriting is the difference between a considered essay and a rushed one. Our secondary prompt database carries the wording of every one for the 2026-27 cycle.
Are there DO schools in Florida?
Yes. Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine awards a DO rather than an MD. Osteopathic programs lead to the same licensure and compete for the same residencies, and they generally admit at lower median MCAT and GPA, so leaving them off a list narrows your options for no good reason. The table above shows their numbers beside the MD programs.
Can you get into a medical school in Florida with a low GPA?
It happens, and the MCAT is usually what carries it. With medians between 3.60 and 3.91, a GPA a few tenths under still gets read when the test score sits at or above the median and the rest of the application is strong. An upward trend across your transcript reads better than a flat average, and a post-bacc or a master's is the standard route when the gap is wider than that. Raising an MCAT score is the faster of the two levers.
When should you apply to medical school in Florida?
AMCAS opens in May and submitting in the first weeks of June is the strongest position, because most schools review on a rolling basis. Work back from that to pick a test date on the AAMC calendar, leaving room for a retake if the first score comes in short.
Medical schools in other states
Every state in the South with a medical school, on the same figures: Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia.
The medical school hub carries all 59, including Northeast, the Midwest, the West, Canada.
Where to go next
- Studying for the MCAT now? The live MCAT course runs one cohort at a time with 515+ scorers teaching it.
- Want one-on-one help? MCAT tutors in Florida are matched on the section costing you points, and our tutoring packages list what each one includes.
- Building an application rather than a score? Medical school admissions coaching covers the list, the essays and the interviews.
- Deciding whether to sit it again? The retake calculator gives you a verdict and a date.
- Just browsing? The free MCAT resources are a good place to start, and our reviews and student score stories show what the jumps look like.
- Looking beyond the medical schools in Florida? The medical school hub lists every state and province with a program.