How hard is it to get into medical school in Michigan?
The six Michigan schools reporting both numbers took 46,640 applications for 972 seats, about 48 applications for every place. Wayne State University School of Medicine has the shortest odds of the group at 26 applications per seat.
| School | Applications | Class size | Applications per seat | Share who enrol | Median MCAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne State University School of Medicine | 8,016 | 305 | 26 | 3.8% | 514 |
| Michigan State University College of Human Medicine | 9,211 | 189 | 49 | 2.1% | 508 |
| Western Michigan University Homer Stryker School of Medicine | 4,301 | 84 | 51 | 2.0% | 513 |
| University of Michigan Medical School | 9,399 | 165 | 57 | 1.8% | 515 |
| Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine | 7,726 | 125 | 62 | 1.6% | 509 |
| Central Michigan University College of Medicine | 7,987 | 104 | 77 | 1.3% | 508 |
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 Michigan at a glance
All seven medical schools in Michigan 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan Medical School | MD | AMCAS | 1850 | 515 | 3.87 | $53,218 | $72,268 | 165 | 5 | 4.97% |
| Wayne State University School of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 1868 | 514 | 3.86 | $44,208 | $72,321 | 305 | 7 | 30.8% IS, 9.6% OOS |
| Western Michigan University Homer Stryker School of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 2012 | 513 | 3.8 | $67,000 | $67,000 | 84 | 9 | 10.71% |
| Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 2008 | 509 | 3.85 | $60,277 | $60,277 | 125 | 7 | 6.62% |
| Central Michigan University College of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 2008 | 508 | 3.73 | $43,952 | $64,062 | 104 | 3 | 5.90% |
| Michigan State University College of Human Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 1964 | 508 | 3.77 | $34,300 | $61,054 | 189 | 14 | 22.9% |
| Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine | do | AACOMAS | 1969 | 506 | 3.57 | $46,928 | $65,325 | n/a | 4 | 22.9% IS, 1.0% OOS |
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What medical schools in Michigan look for
Median MCAT across Michigan runs from 506 at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine to 515 at University of Michigan Medical School. 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 3.57 and 3.87 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.
All two schools reporting both figures interview in-state applicants at a higher rate than out-of-state ones, averaging 26.9% against 5.3%. Residency counts for a lot here. Applying from outside Michigan means leaning on schools that take out-of-state students in numbers.
For residents, tuition starts at $34,300 at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and reaches $67,000 at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker 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 six, 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 49 essays between them, from 3 up to 14 at Michigan State University College of Human 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 seven 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 58,045 applications a year for roughly 972 seats, near enough 60 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 Michigan Medical School asks for 4, and the rest range from one required essay to several more once optional prompts open up. Five of them interview by MMI, which rewards different preparation from a conversational panel. 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 Michigan Medical School places highest at 17. 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 Michigan Medical School
Competitiveness: 8.5/10
Founded in 1850, Michigan Med is a public powerhouse where innovation, research, and top-tier training fuel real-world impact. Here, students don’t just study medicine—they shape its future. Leaders & Best—just like the fight song says.
Median GPA
3.87
Median MCAT
518
Location
Ann Arbor
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$53,218
Out-of-State Tuition
$72,268
Class Size
165
US News Ranking (Research)
17
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
20
Total Applicants
9,399
Secondaries Required
4
Interview Rate
4.97%
Interview Format
hybrid and mmi
Address
1301 Catherine Street, 48109
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 4.8/10
Founded in 1868, Wayne State Med is a public powerhouse in Detroit, where hands-on training meets real-world impact. With cutting-edge research and a mission to serve, students don’t just study medicine—they live it. Warrior Strong.
Median GPA
3.86
Median MCAT
513
Location
Detroit
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$44,208
Out-of-State Tuition
$72,321
Class Size
305
US News Ranking (Research)
68
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
86
Total Applicants
8,016
Secondaries Required
4
Interview Rate
30.8% IS, 9.6% OOS
Interview Format
one-on-one, mmi
Address
540 E Canfield Street, 48201
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 3.7/10
Founded in 2012, WMed is a private, forward-thinking med school in Kalamazoo, blending innovation, hands-on training, and a tight-knit community. Future-focused. Patient-driven.
Median GPA
3.8
Median MCAT
515
Location
Kalamazoo
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$67,000
Out-of-State Tuition
$67,000
Class Size
84
US News Ranking (Research)
unranked
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
unranked
Total Applicants
4,301
Secondaries Required
2 required, 1 if applicable
Interview Rate
10.71%
Interview Format
traditional one-on-one (virtual)
Address
300 Portage Street, 49007
Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 2.7/10
Founded in 2008, Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine is a public gem in the Detroit metro area. With a focus on innovation and community, students gain hands-on experience and become catalysts for change in the medical field. Where talent meets opportunity.
Median GPA
3.85
Median MCAT
511
Location
Rochester
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$60,277
Out-of-State Tuition
$60,277
Class Size
125
US News Ranking (Research)
unranked
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
unranked
Total Applicants
7,726
Secondaries Required
3
Interview Rate
6.62%
Interview Format
two individual interviews
Address
568 Pioneer Drive, 48309
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Competitiveness: 2.6/10
Founded in 1969, MSUCOM is a public leader in osteopathic education, blending innovation with whole-person care. Located in East Lansing, it’s where future physicians learn to make a real impact on healthcare and communities.
Median GPA
3.57
Median MCAT
507
Location
East Lansing
Degree
do
In-State Tuition
$46,928
Out-of-State Tuition
$65,325
Class Size
na
US News Ranking (Research)
unranked
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
unranked
Total Applicants
11,405
Secondaries Required
3 required, 1 if applicable
Interview Rate
22.9% IS, 1.0% OOS
Interview Format
mmi, 30 mins one-on-one interview
Address
965 Wilson Road, 48824
Central Michigan University College of Medicine
Competitiveness: 2.0/10
Founded in 2008, Central Michigan University College of Medicine is a public school focused on community care and innovation. With hands-on learning and local health system connections, CMU Med students are prepared to make a real impact. Where compassion meets cutting-edge medicine.
Median GPA
3.73
Median MCAT
508
Location
Mount Pleasant
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$43,952
Out-of-State Tuition
$64,062
Class Size
104
US News Ranking (Research)
unranked
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
unranked
Total Applicants
7,987
Secondaries Required
2 required, 1 if applicable
Interview Rate
5.90%
Interview Format
mmi, group activities
Address
1280 East Campus Drive, 48858
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Competitiveness: 1.6/10
Founded in 1964, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine is a public leader in healthcare innovation. Located in East Lansing, MSU Med offers hands-on experience and a focus on community health, preparing students to make a global impact. Where passion meets progress.
Median GPA
3.77
Median MCAT
509
Location
East Lansing
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$34,300
Out-of-State Tuition
$61,054
Class Size
189
US News Ranking (Research)
95-124
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
94-124
Total Applicants
9,211
Secondaries Required
5
Interview Rate
22.9%
Interview Format
mmi, 30 mins one-on-one interview
Address
965 Fee Road A110, 48824
Common questions about medical schools in Michigan
How many medical schools are in Michigan?
Seven medical schools. Six 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 Michigan?
Median MCAT runs from 506 to 515, so a score at or above 509 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 Michigan?
Medians land between 3.57 and 3.87. 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.
Is it easier to get into medical school in Michigan as a resident?
On the interview data above, yes. Across the two schools reporting both, in-state applicants reach interview at 26.9% against 5.3% for out-of-state. Applying from elsewhere means weighting your list toward programs that take out-of-state students in numbers.
How much does medical school cost in Michigan?
In-state tuition runs from $34,300 a year at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine to $67,000 at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker School of Medicine, before living costs. Tuition across the US and Canada sets those against the national range.
Which Michigan medical school is easiest to get into?
By median MCAT, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine admits at the lowest score of the group at 506. 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 Michigan?
Schools here report roughly 58,045 applications against about 972 seats, which works out near one place for every 60 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 Michigan medical schools use?
Amcas for six, 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 Michigan medical schools ask for?
Across the seven we hold prompts for, 49 in total, ranging from 3 to 14 at Michigan State University College of Human 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 Michigan?
Yes. Michigan State 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 Michigan with a low GPA?
It happens, and the MCAT is usually what carries it. With medians between 3.57 and 3.87, 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 Michigan?
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, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, 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 Michigan 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 Michigan? The medical school hub lists every state and province with a program.