Admission to Medical School (MD)
The Admissions Committee for the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine admits students who have a genuine interest in the study of medicine; show a desire and commitment to serve the public in matters of health; and who have the intellectual ability to manage the changing scientific and technological information required by a competent physician in today’s world.
Personal qualities considered by the Admissions Committee include high moral character, independent thinking, the ability to communicate and interact with others in a sensitive and caring way, personal stability and dedication to the ideal of service.
Understanding the importance of the educational benefits resulting from a diverse student population and the interest by the medical profession in serving the healthcare needs of a changing American population, the Admissions Committee values each applicant’s unique strengths, experiences and background.
Recruiting Schedule
June 26, 2012; Summer Medical and Dental Education Program (SMDEP) Pre-Health Recruitment Fair; Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH
June 28, 2012; Summer Medical and Dental Education Program (SMDEP) Recruitment Fair; Yale University School of Medicine,
New Haven, CT
October 6-7, 2012; AMSA ARC/UCD Pre-Med Conference, Davis, CA