Overview
Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine (Noorda-COM) offers a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program that combines a tech-forward curriculum with osteopathic principles.
Students engage in early clinical experiences, emphasizing patient care, critical thinking, and hands-on skills. The curriculum integrates simulation-based learning, clinical rotations, and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM).
Its competency-based education allows flexibility in pacing, ensuring students master essential knowledge before progressing. By focusing on active learning and real-world applications, Noorda-COM prepares students to become effective, compassionate physicians.
Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical degree: DO
- Provo, Utah
- Average MCAT: 503
- Average GPA: 3.42
- Class size: 180
- Total applicants: 2,100
Private
More About the Medical School
The admissions process at Noorda-COM involves several steps. First, applicants must submit a primary application through AACOMAS, followed by a secondary application, which includes a professional headshot, a video or essay, and a $60 fee.
Applicants must provide three letters of recommendation: from a healthcare professional (preferably an osteopathic physician), an academic reference, and a personal character reference. A formal interview, either virtual or in-person, is required for selected applicants.
Noorda-COM looks for candidates with a solid foundation in biological and physical sciences, requiring a bachelor’s degree, a preferred cumulative and science GPA of 3.0, and an MCAT score of at least 495. Prerequisite courses, such as biology, chemistry, and physics, must be completed with a grade of C or higher.
Non-academic achievements, including leadership, volunteer work, and healthcare experience, are also valued. Noorda-COM uses a rolling admissions process, reviewing applications as they are submitted, with deadlines in April and May for primary and secondary applications, respectively.
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