Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Yes, AP credits may be applied toward prerequisite coursework. Transcripts will be reviewed to determine which AP credits fulfill admissions requirements. If clarification is needed, a letter from the Registrar’s Office may be required to verify the applicable coursework.

Applicants should have at least a 3.2 Science GPA and a 3.2 Overall GPA (on a 4.0 scale), and a minimum MCAT score of 501. Admissions is highly competitive, so higher GPAs and MCAT scores can improve your chances. AACOMAS completes all GPA calculations.

Yes! Just be sure to list any courses you’re currently taking or planning to take on your AACOMAS application. All degree and prerequisite requirements must be finished by the time you start classes, or your acceptance could be rescinded.

A Pre-health committee letter is preferred, but not required. Applicants without a pre-health committee letter can submit three individual recommendations. It is strongly recommended to have a DO/MD letter.

Yes, we prefer letters to be submitted through AACOMAS. Letters of recommendation may also be submitted by email or mail, provided they are sent directly by the original author.

Ask your college or university to send an updated official transcript to AACOMAS as soon as possible. AACOMAS will then update your application and forward it to the schools you selected. Be sure to check the AACOMAS website for important dates and instructions on Academic Updates.

At this time, we can only consider applicants who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Pending residency and F-1 visa holders are not eligible.

DYU-COM follows a rolling admissions process. Most applicants receive their final decision within 2–4 weeks of their interview.

If you decide to withdraw your application, email the Office of Admissions at DOadmissions@dyu.edu with your request in writing. This allows us to update our records and ensure you no longer receive application updates or reminders.

A prospective DYU-COM student must satisfy the following requirements to be considered for admission:

1. Citizenship

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or a U.S. permanent resident.

2. Academic Prerequisites

Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

• Candidates from institutions with a formal articulation agreement for a combined degree may be considered for an exception.
• A minimum grade of “C” or higher is required in all prerequisite courses. Pass/Fail (P/S) grades awarded during COVID-19 pandemic semesters will be accepted if traditional grading was not available.

Required Coursework:

• English – 6 semester hours (only required if undergraduate degree was earned at a non-English speaking institution
• Biology (with lab) – 4 semester hours (general biology or zoology acceptable)
• General Chemistry (with lab) – 8 semester hours
• Organic Chemistry I (with lab) – 4 semester hours
• Organic Chemistry II (with lab) – 4 semester hours
  • Biochemistry (with or without lab) may substitute for Organic Chemistry II
• Physics (with lab) – minimum 4 semester hours
• Mathematics and/or Computer Science – minimum 3 semester hours
• Behavioral Sciences – minimum 6 semester hours (examples: psychology, sociology, anthropology)

3. Advanced Placement (AP) / International Baccalaureate (IB) Credit

Certain prerequisites may be fulfilled with qualifying AP or IB exam scores:

• English – AP English Composition/Literature (4 or 5) or IB Language A (6 or 7)
• Biology – AP Biology (4 or 5) or IB Biology (6 or 7)
• Chemistry – AP Chemistry (4 or 5) or IB Chemistry (6 or 7)
• Physics – AP Physics (4 or 5) or IB Physics (6 or 7)
• Math/Computer Science – AP Pre-Calculus, Calculus AB/BC, or Statistics (4 or 5), or IB Mathematics (6 or 7)
• Behavioral Sciences – AP Psychology (4 or 5) or IB Psychology (6 or 7)

4. MCAT Requirement

• All applicants must submit an MCAT score of ≥ 501 (50th percentile).
• A GPA of 3.2 or higher is strongly preferred given the rigor of medical education.
• DYU-COM admissions decisions are holistic, evaluating GPA, MCAT, service to community, letters of recommendation, personal statements, and interviews.

5. Letters of Recommendation

Applicants must submit either:

• A Pre-Health Committee Letter / Composite Letter (preferred), or
• Three individual letters
  • Two from faculty members (at least one in a science discipline)
  • One from a supervisor of a long-term work, service, research, or clinical experience
    • If not available, an additional faculty letter may be substituted

Strongly recommended: a letter from a DO or MD (non-family member).

Before matriculation, applicants must complete the following prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher from an accredited college or university. Coursework with a grade of C- or lower will not be accepted, and no exceptions will be made. Online courses from accredited institutions are acceptable.

• English: 6 semester hours only if your bachelor’s degree was earned at a college or university where the primary language of instruction was not English

• Biology: 4 semester hours of lecture and lab

• General/Inorganic Chemistry: 8 semester hours of lecture and lab

• Organic Chemistry: 8 semester hours of lecture and lab. Biochemistry with or without lab may be substituted for Organic Chemistry II

• Physics: 4 semester hours with or without lab

• Mathematics and/or Computer Science: 3 semester hours

• Behavior Sciences: 6 semester hours. Disciplines such as psychology, sociology, anthropology, and related fields

Students interested in the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program must apply through the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service (AACOMAS). The application portal will open later this month.

Application Steps:

1. Submit AACOMAS Application
   • Complete and submit your primary application through the AACOMAS portal. Be sure to include all required transcripts, MCAT scores, and letters of recommendation.
2. Secondary Application
   • Eligible applicants will be invited to complete a supplemental application specific to D’Youville University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Instructions will be provided via email.
3. Interview Process
   • Selected applicants will be invited to participate in an admissions interview, which is required for consideration.
4. Decision Notification
   • Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis after the interview process is complete.

Important Dates:

• Application Deadline: March 31
• Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early to allow sufficient time for processing, review, and interview consideration. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All application materials for the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program must be submitted by March 31. The application portal will open later this month. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early to allow sufficient time for processing, review, and interview consideration. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered for admission.

DYU-COM does not accept transfer credits from other institutions toward the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program. All coursework, including pre-clinical and clinical training, must be completed in full at DYU-COM to ensure the integrity and continuity of the curriculum.