California University of Science and Medicine

Colton, CaliforniaMDCUSM Official website

MCAT511AverageSources and context for MCAT
GPA3.61AverageSources and context for GPA
Class size1302025-2026Source for Class size
In-state tuition$74,500One year, tuition and feesSource for In-state tuition

Mission

To advance the art and science of medicine through innovative medical education, research, and compassionate healthcare delivery in an inclusive environment that advocates critical thinking, creativity, integrity, and professionalism.
As the school states it

Admissions office

San Bernardino, CA 92408 USA
(909) 490-5910
[email protected]

Tuition and cost

Tuition and fees
In state$74,500
Out of state$74,500
One year, as reported. A missing figure means the school did not report it, never that it costs nothing.
Cost of attendance
In state$115,072
Out of state$115,072
Tuition plus the living costs the school budgets for. This is what a loan is sized against.
What you leave with
Average graduating debt
$84,439
Students receiving aid
83%
Deposit
Due
July 1, 2026
In state
$100
Out of state
$100
Health insurance
In state
$5,482
Out of state
$5,482

Who can apply

Out-of-state ApplicantsYesYes, Out-of-state applicants are considered.
Canadian ApplicantsNoNo
International ApplicantsNoNo
DACA Status ApplicantsYesYes, DACA applicants with a valid Social Security number are welcome to apply.
Transfer applicantsNoNot accepted
Community college prerequisitesYesAccepted
AP creditYesAccepted
Online courseworkYesAccepted
Pass/fail courseworkYesAccepted

CUSM recognizes the critical role of Community Colleges in offering accessible, high-quality education to students from diverse backgrounds. Consequently, we accept all coursework from regionally accredited community colleges that contribute towards the fulfillment of a four-year undergraduate degree at any US regionally accredited college or university.

Applying

How competitive is admission here?

35.6applications per seat2025-2026
4,630applications received2025-2026
78.7%from in state2025-2026
  1. MCAT scores this school will read
    Oldest accepted
    January 2024
    Latest accepted
    October 30, 2026
  2. AAMC PREview
    Policy
    Exploring PREview for Future use – will not be used in this cycle’s admissions decisions
  3. Secondary application
    Required
    Yes
    Fee
    $100
    Sent to
    Selected applicants
    Fee waiver
    Available
  4. Secondary deadline
    Due
    December 30, 2026
  5. Letters of recommendation
    Committee letter
    Accepted
    Letter packet
    Accepted
    Individual letters
    Accepted
  6. Interview
    Format
    One-on-one
    Invitations
    Early August
  7. Deposit on an offer
    Required
    Yes
    Due
    July 1, 2026
    In state
    $100
    Out of state
    $100
    Refundable
    No
    Credited
    No

Prerequisite coursework

  • BiologyLab12Recommended
  • ChemistryLab12Recommended
  • Literature12Recommended
  • Mathematics12Recommended
  • PhysicsLab12Recommended
  • SociologyRecommended
  • Sociology12Recommended

Interview

One-on-oneRegional interviews: no
Video interview

Yes, the Video Assessment/Intervie w is online. Admitted students have the opportunity to attend one of two scheduled "Visit in Person (VIP)" events

How the school describes it

The Video Assessment/Interview process which will consist of a multiple reviewer format versus a one-on- one interview.

Invitations

Early August

A typical interview day

Students are offered an Video Assessment/Interview based on a holistic review of their entire application, which includes the Secondary Application sent to select applicants. Additionally, applicants can participate in the virtual Q&A session with faculty to review the CUSM curriculum and research opportunities at CUSM and be invited to participate in a Q&A with student ambassadors.

If you are waitlisted

Waitlist positions
N/A

All applicants placed on the wait list will be informed by a letter from the Office of Admissions via U.S. mail within 2 weeks of the committee’s decision.

Sources

Figures here were last reviewed on 2026-08-04.

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