The Admissions Process

How to Apply: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Q: Is there a maximum number of letters of recommendation that I can submit?
   
   A: Applicants are required to submit a premedical committee appraisal or two letters from faculty members (at least one science).   Both letters must be from professors who taught you in a lecture course.  Additional letters are welcome.  There is no maximum to the number of letters you may submit.  Please note: Applicants to the MD/PhD Program are required to submit these letters, in addition to letters from all research mentors.
   
   
2. 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.
   
   
3. 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.
   
   
4. Q: If I have been granted an AMCAS fee waiver, do I need to present proof of the document?
   
   A: Yes. A copy should be provided to the admissions office via e-mail.
   
   
5. 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.
   
   
6. Q: What do I do if a required course is in progress?
   
   A: In the grade box enter "In Progress".
   
   
7. 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.
   
   
8. 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.
   
   
9. Q. Where should letters of recommendation for the MD/PhD (MSTP) applicants be sent?
   
   A: Letters of recommendation from research mentors should be sent directly to the MD/PhD office. All other letters should be sent to the Admissions Office.