Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there a maximum number of letters of recommendation that I can submit?
A: No. Applicants are required to submit a premedical committee appraisal or two letters from faculty members (at least one science) through AMCAS. Both letters must be from professors who taught you in a course. Additional letters are welcome. Please note: Applicants to the MD/PhD Program are required to submit these letters, in addition to letters from all research mentors. All letters including MD/PhD must be submitted through AMCAS. Letters sent via regular mail will NOT be accepted.
Q: For payment I used a credit card issued to a person other than myself. On the receipt, it shows the other person’s name. Is this a problem?
A: No. The secondary application is still received under your name.
Q: Will I receive an email once I’ve paid the secondary application fee with a credit card?
A: No. The page you see after submitting the application is your confirmation.
Q: If I received AP credit, can I use it to fulfill a required course?
A: Yes, as long as it appears as AP credit on your undergraduate transcript. On the secondary application, enter AP in the grade box. Please note: We do not accept exempt credit for any required course.
Q: What do I do if a required course is in progress?
A: In the grade box enter "In Progress".
Q. I do not have enough room to type in all required courses, what should I do?
A. You can add two courses on one line. Seperate the courses with a backslash /.
Q: Can I submit an intense writing course as the English requirement?
A: Only if the course is given through the English, Literature, Philosophy or Humanities department.
Q: Should I call the office to inquire about my status (i.e. AMCAS application, secondary application, letters of recommendation, etc.)?
A: No. Our office will notify you via e-mail with the status of your application. You will also be able to check your status online.
Q: Can I speak with an Admissions counselor?
A: Due to the large number of applications we receive, we do not provide individual counseling. For individual counseling, we recommend that you speak with your pre-medical advisor.
Q: Can I take a prerequiste course at a Community College?
A: It is not recommended.
