Medical schools in Arizona at a glance
All four medical schools in Arizona 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 Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix | MD | AMCAS | 2007 | 515 | 3.88 | $70,223 | $89,417 | 118 | 11 | 9.36% |
| University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson | MD | AMCAS | 1967 | 508 | 3.84 | $68,737 | $87,931 | 118 | 8 | 7.11% |
| Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine | do | AACOMAS | 1995 | 507 | 3.53 | $73,814 | $74,516 | 250 | 2 | 5% |
| A.T. Still University | DO | AACOMAS | 1892 | 505 | 3.45 | $62,526 | $62,526 | 158 | n/a | n/a |
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What medical schools in Arizona look for
Median MCAT across Arizona runs from 505 at A.T. Still University to 515 at University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix. 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 3.45 and 3.88 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 $62,526 at A.T. Still University and reaches $73,814 at Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic 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 two, AACOMAS for two. 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 three schools here we hold prompts for ask 21 essays between them, from 2 up to 11 at University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix. Our secondary prompt database carries the wording of every one for the 2026-27 cycle, so you can draft before they arrive.
Two of the four award 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 22,804 applications a year for roughly 644 seats, near enough 35 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 Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson asks for 5, and the rest range from one required essay to several more once optional prompts open up. Three 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 Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson places highest at 2. 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 Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson
Competitiveness: 3.9/10
Founded in 1967, the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson is a public school known for its innovation and community focus. Located in the Sonoran Desert, it offers programs in biomedical research, personalized medicine, and telemedicine. Arizona Med trains future doctors ready to lead in healthcare and make a real impact.
Median GPA
3.84
Median MCAT
511
Location
Tucson
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$68,737
Out-of-State Tuition
$87,931
Class Size
118
US News Ranking (Research)
2
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
2
Total Applicants
7,335
Secondaries Required
5
Interview Rate
7.11%
Interview Format
MMI
Address
1501 N Campbell Ave, 85724
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Competitiveness: 3.9/10
Founded in 2007, the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix is a public school focused on innovation and community health. Located in Phoenix, the school offers programs in clinical care, public health, and medical technology. Arizona Med is training future doctors ready to address healthcare challenges and make a difference.
Median GPA
3.88
Median MCAT
517
Location
Phoenix
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$70,223
Out-of-State Tuition
$89,417
Class Size
118
US News Ranking (Research)
Unranked
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
Unranked
Total Applicants
6,344
Secondaries Required
6
Interview Rate
9.36%
Interview Format
MMI
Address
475 N 5th St, 85004
A.T. Still University
Competitiveness: 1/10
Founded in 1892, A.T. Still University is a private school known as the birthplace of osteopathic medicine. With campuses in Arizona and Missouri, ATSU offers programs in osteopathic medicine, health sciences, and physical therapy. The university focuses on holistic, patient-centered care, preparing students to lead in healthcare and make a real impact.
Median GPA
3.45
Median MCAT
505
Location
Mesa
Degree
DO
In-State Tuition
$62,526
Out-of-State Tuition
$62,526
Class Size
158
US News Ranking (Research)
Unranked
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
Unranked
Total Applicants
6,125
Secondaries Required
7
Interview Rate
NA
Interview Format
One-on-one interview, MMI, group interview
Address
5850 E Still Cir, 85206
Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
Competitiveness: 1.5/10
Founded in 1995, Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine is a private school in Glendale, Arizona. The college focuses on hands-on learning and patient-centered care, training future osteopathic physicians to lead in healthcare. With a commitment to innovation and community impact, MWU Arizona prepares students to make a real difference in medicine.
Median GPA
3.53
Median MCAT
507
Location
Glendale
Degree
do
In-State Tuition
$73,814
Out-of-State Tuition
$74,516
Class Size
250
US News Ranking (Research)
2
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
2
Total Applicants
3,000
Secondaries Required
2
Interview Rate
5%
Interview Format
two interviewers to one interviewee
Address
19555 N 59th Ave, 85308
Common questions about medical schools in Arizona
How many medical schools are in Arizona?
Four medical schools. Two award an MD and two award 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 Arizona?
Median MCAT runs from 505 to 515, so a score at or above 508 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 Arizona?
Medians land between 3.45 and 3.88. 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 Arizona?
In-state tuition runs from $62,526 a year at A.T. Still University to $73,814 at Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, before living costs. Tuition across the US and Canada sets those against the national range.
Which Arizona medical school is easiest to get into?
By median MCAT, A.T. Still University 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 Arizona?
Schools here report roughly 22,804 applications against about 644 seats, which works out near one place for every 35 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 Arizona medical schools use?
Amcas for two, aacomas for two. The table above lists it per school, so you can group your list by service before you start writing.
What secondary essays do Arizona medical schools ask for?
Across the three we hold prompts for, 21 in total, ranging from 2 to 11 at University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix. 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 Arizona?
Yes. A.T. Still University, Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine award 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 Arizona with a low GPA?
It happens, and the MCAT is usually what carries it. With medians between 3.45 and 3.88, 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 Arizona?
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 West with a medical school, on the same figures: Alaska, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming.
The medical school hub carries all 59, including Northeast, the South, the Midwest, 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 Arizona 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 Arizona? The medical school hub lists every state and province with a program.