Medical schools in Indiana at a glance
All two medical schools in Indiana are below, with median MCAT and GPA, tuition in and out of state, class size and the share of applicants who reach interview. Median MCAT figures come from the 2026–27 cycle.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University School of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 1903 | 512 | 3.89 | $61,963 | $87,528 | 366 | 7 | n/a |
| Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine | DO | AACOMAS | 2013 | 502 | 3.65 | $55,300 | $55,300 | 150 | 7 | 11% |
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What medical schools in Indiana look for
Median MCAT across Indiana runs from 502 at Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine to 512 at Indiana University School 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 3.65 and 3.89 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 $55,300 at Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine and reaches $61,963 at Indiana University School 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 one, 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 two schools here we hold prompts for ask 14 essays between them, from 7 up to 7 at Indiana University School 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 two 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 12,558 applications a year for roughly 516 seats, near enough 24 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.
On the US News research ranking, Indiana University School of Medicine places highest at 41. 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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Indiana University School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 6.2/10
Founded in 1903, Indiana University School of Medicine is a public institution known for its innovative approach to medical education. With a focus on research, collaboration, and real-world impact, it prepares students to lead in healthcare across multiple campuses in Indiana.
Median GPA
3.89
Median MCAT
512
Location
Indianapolis
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$61,963
Out-of-State Tuition
$87,528
Class Size
366
US News Ranking (Research)
41
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
23
Total Applicants
6,804
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
NA
Interview Format
Traditional. 1-on-1 open file interview with 2 Admission Committee
Address
340 W 10th St #6200, 46202
Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Competitiveness: 1.2/10
Founded in 2013, Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine is a private school in Indianapolis, known for its innovative approach to medical education. With a focus on holistic patient care, cutting-edge research, and a close-knit community, MU-COM equips students to lead in the field of osteopathic medicine while embracing a mission of service and collaboration.
Median GPA
3.65
Median MCAT
504
Location
Indianapolis
Degree
DO
In-State Tuition
$55,300
Out-of-State Tuition
$55,300
Class Size
150
US News Ranking (Research)
95-124
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
94-124
Total Applicants
5,754
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
11%
Interview Format
MTI (Multiple Traditional Interview)
Address
3200 Cold Spring Rd, 46222
Common questions about medical schools in Indiana
How many medical schools are in Indiana?
Two medical schools. One awards 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 Indiana?
Median MCAT runs from 502 to 512, so a score at or above 512 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 Indiana?
Medians land between 3.65 and 3.89. 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 Indiana?
In-state tuition runs from $55,300 a year at Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine to $61,963 at Indiana University School of Medicine, before living costs. Tuition across the US and Canada sets those against the national range.
Which Indiana medical school is easiest to get into?
By median MCAT, Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine admits at the lowest score of the group at 502. 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 Indiana?
Schools here report roughly 12,558 applications against about 516 seats, which works out near one place for every 24 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 Indiana medical schools use?
Amcas for one, 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 Indiana medical schools ask for?
Across the two we hold prompts for, 14 in total, ranging from 7 to 7 at Indiana University School 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 Indiana?
Yes. Marian University 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 Indiana with a low GPA?
It happens, and the MCAT is usually what carries it. With medians between 3.65 and 3.89, 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 Indiana?
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 Midwest with a medical school, on the same figures: Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin.
The medical school hub carries all 59, including Northeast, the South, 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 Indiana 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 Indiana? The medical school hub lists every state and province with a program.