Cooper Medical School of Rowan University

Camden, New JerseyMD Official website

MCAT512AverageSources and context for MCAT
GPA3.79AverageSources and context for GPA
Class size1182025-2026Source for Class size
In-state tuition$50,830One year, tuition and feesSource for In-state tuition

Mission

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University is committed to providing humanistic education in the art and science of medicine within a scientific and scholarly community in which excellence in patient care, innovative teaching, scholarly activity and service to our community are valued. Our core values include a commitment to: a positive learning environment, mentorship, professionalism, patient advocacy, wellness, the communities we serve, and scholarly activity. Our Vision: Cooper Medical School of Rowan University will distinguish itself as an innovator in medical education and biomedical research that will lead to the transformation of healthcare.
As the school states it

Admissions office

Office of AdmissionsCamden, NJ 08103 USA
(856) 361-2850
[email protected]

Tuition and cost

Tuition and fees
In state$50,830
Out of state$76,932
One year, as reported. A missing figure means the school did not report it, never that it costs nothing.
Cost of attendance
In state$80,381
Out of state$106,483
Tuition plus the living costs the school budgets for. This is what a loan is sized against.
What you leave with
Average graduating debt
$209,178
Students receiving aid
82%
Deposit
Due
August 1, 2026
In state
$100
Out of state
$100
Health insurance
In state
$0
Out of state
$0

Who can apply

Out-of-state ApplicantsYesYes, Must be US citizen or Permanent Resident
Canadian ApplicantsConditionsNo, Must be US citizen or Permanent Resident
International ApplicantsConditionsNo, Must be US citizen or Permanent Resident
DACA Status ApplicantsConditionsNo, Must be US citizen or Permanent Resident
Transfer applicantsNoNot accepted
Community college prerequisitesConditionsVaries by course
AP creditNoNot accepted
Online courseworkConditionsVaries by course
Pass/fail courseworkNoNot accepted

Considered as part of holistic review.

Applying

How competitive is admission here?

39.1applications per seat2025-2026
4,619applications received2025-2026
28.7%from in state2025-2026
  1. MCAT scores this school will read
    Oldest accepted
    April 2023
    Latest accepted
    September 30, 2026
  2. AAMC PREview
    Policy
    We are recommending applicants submit PREview
  3. Secondary application
    Required
    Yes
    Fee
    $100
    Sent to
    Qualified applicants will be emailed a link to CMSRU's application portal.
    Fee waiver
    Available
  4. Secondary deadline
    Due
    Recommended within two weeks of receiving the secondary application.
  5. Letters of recommendation
    Committee letter
    Accepted with conditions
    Letter packet
    Accepted
    Individual letters
    Accepted
  6. Interview
    Invitations
    July 2026
  7. Deposit on an offer
    Required
    Yes
    Due
    August 1, 2026
    In state
    $100
    Out of state
    $100
    Refundable
    Yes
    Credited
    Yes

Prerequisite coursework

  • BiochemistryRecommended
  • BiologyLab8Required
  • ChemistryInorganic Chemistry is required with 8 credit hours and Organic Chemistry is recommended.LabRequired
  • PhysicsLabRecommended
  • PsychologyRecommended
  • StatisticsRecommended

Interview

File: closed fileVideo interview: YesNot available
How the school describes it

Held on Fridays. One Interview with two interviewers: one who is on the Admissions Committee and one who is blinded to application materials, in addition to casual encounters with CMSRU students.

Invitations

July 2026

A typical interview day

Our interview day has been designed to provide each candidate the opportunity to engage with CMSRU faculty and students. Throughout the day applicants interact with current students, and the finale provides a comfortable, casual meet- and-greet so that candidates can ask questions in a low- pressure and open atmosphere. The interview day program includes: A virtual log-in and opportunity to meet the admissions staff. A live orientation and welcome with our Dean, Dr. Annette Reboli. A live question-and- answer session with the Office of Admissions leadership team. A live interview, lasting approximately 30 minutes. Live, informal meet-and- greet and question-and- answer sessions with our current students. Available in advance are recorded presentations about our innovative curriculum, student support services, our simulation center and our three-year primary care track. A virtual tour of our medical school building is also available.

If you are waitlisted

Waitlist positions
varies
Waitlist offers
0

Waitlist decisions occur on a rolling basis. Acceptance offers generally begin in the spring of the application cycle under the direction of the Admissions Committee.

Sources

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

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