Medical schools in Nevada at a glance
All three medical schools in Nevada 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 Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine (UNLV) | MD | AMCAS | 2014 | 510 | 3.65 | $30,389 | $63,028 | 66 | 9 | 19% |
| University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine (UNR) | MD | AMCAS | 1969 | 509 | 3.68 | $31,758 | $59,008 | 70 | 6 | 50% |
| Touro University Nevada | DO | AACOMAS | 2004 | 507 | 3.54 | $66,600 | $66,600 | 168 | n/a | 300 |
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What medical schools in Nevada look for
Median MCAT across Nevada runs from 507 at Touro University Nevada to 510 at University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine (UNLV). 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 3.54 and 3.68 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 $30,389 at University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine (UNLV) and reaches $66,600 at Touro University Nevada. 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 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 15 essays between them, from 6 up to 9 at University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine (UNLV). 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 three 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 3,059 applications a year for roughly 304 seats, near enough 10 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.
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University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine (UNLV)
Competitiveness: 2.7/10
Founded in 2014, the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV is a public institution redefining medical education—Vegas style. With cutting-edge research, hands-on training from day one, and a front-row seat to real-world healthcare challenges, students don’t just study medicine—they live it.
Median GPA
3.6 - 3.7
Median MCAT
509 - 510
Location
Las Vegas
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$30,389
Out-of-State Tuition
$63,028
Class Size
66
US News Ranking (Research)
unranked
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
unranked
Total Applicants
1,502
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
19%
Interview Format
standardized interview
Address
2040 W Charleston Blvd, NV 89102
University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine (UNR)
Competitiveness: 2.4/10
Founded in 1969, the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is Nevada’s first public medical school—and it’s been leading the charge ever since. Nestled between the Sierra Nevadas and cutting-edge research labs, UNR Med blends innovation with community-driven care. From rural health initiatives to advanced biomedical research, students get hands-on experience that makes a real impact. Here, medicine isn’t just studied—it’s put to work.
Median GPA
3.68
Median MCAT
509
Location
Reno
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$31,758
Out-of-State Tuition
$59,008
Class Size
70
US News Ranking (Research)
94-124
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
95-124
Total Applicants
1,557
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
50%
Interview Format
mmi
Address
1664 North Virginia Street, NV 89557
Touro University Nevada
Competitiveness: 1.5/10
Founded in 2004, Touro University Nevada is a private institution built for those who want to make a real impact in healthcare and education. Located in Henderson, it’s Nevada’s largest medical school, blending cutting-edge training with a deep commitment to community service. From osteopathic medicine to nursing and beyond, Touro students don’t just earn degrees—they lead, heal, and innovate where it matters most.
Median GPA
3.54
Median MCAT
506.9
Location
Henderson
Degree
DO
In-State Tuition
$66,600
Out-of-State Tuition
$66,600
Class Size
168
US News Ranking (Research)
unranked
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
unranked
Total Applicants
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
300
Interview Format
traditional semi-closed file faculty interview
Address
874 American Pacific Drive, NV 89014
Common questions about medical schools in Nevada
How many medical schools are in Nevada?
Three medical schools. Two 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 Nevada?
Median MCAT runs from 507 to 510, 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 Nevada?
Medians land between 3.54 and 3.68. 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 Nevada?
In-state tuition runs from $30,389 a year at University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine (UNLV) to $66,600 at Touro University Nevada, before living costs. Tuition across the US and Canada sets those against the national range.
Which Nevada medical school is easiest to get into?
By median MCAT, Touro University Nevada admits at the lowest score of the group at 507. 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 Nevada?
Schools here report roughly 3,059 applications against about 304 seats, which works out near one place for every 10 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 Nevada medical schools use?
Amcas for two, 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 Nevada medical schools ask for?
Across the two we hold prompts for, 15 in total, ranging from 6 to 9 at University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine (UNLV). 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 Nevada?
Yes. Touro University Nevada 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 Nevada with a low GPA?
It happens, and the MCAT is usually what carries it. With medians between 3.54 and 3.68, 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 Nevada?
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, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, 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 Nevada 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 Nevada? The medical school hub lists every state and province with a program.