University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine

MD program · private · Pennsylvania

Median GPA

3.98

entering class

Median MCAT

522

entering class

Acceptance rate

~4.0%

approximate

Class size

153

12% in-state

In-state vs. out-of-state

12% of the last entering class were Pennsylvania residents, which leaves about 135 seats for everyone else.

Pennsylvania resident

~13%

estimated odds

Out-of-state

~9%

estimated odds

Estimates for an applicant with this school's median GPA (3.98) and MCAT (522), from AAMC and AACOM applicant outcomes and this school's published figures. Where you live makes a big difference here. Estimates, not guarantees.

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What they look for

  • Research30%
  • Academics25%
  • Clinical experience15%
  • Service15%
  • Leadership15%

Strong research output and academic excellence within an application that shows genuine engagement with innovation and critical thinking, not just credentials.

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