East Tennessee State University Quillen

East Tennessee State University Quillen admissions statistics

Median or average MCAT

513Average

Median or average GPA

3.85Average

Applications received

4,0092025-2026

Entering class

782025-2026

Applications per seat

51.42025-2026

In-state share of applications

15.5%2025-2026

In-state share of the class

82.1%2025-2026

Applications received for each seat in the entering class. Not an acceptance rate: neither source publishes the number of offers made.

East Tennessee State University Quillen MCAT and GPA

East Tennessee State University Quillen reports average MCAT of 513 and average undergraduate GPA of 3.85 for its entering class.

• MCAT513 against a median of 512 across the 152 MD programs that report it, which puts it around the 57th percentile of those programs.
• GPA3.85 against a median of 3.8 across the 155 MD programs that report it, which puts it around the 70th percentile of those programs.
• Out-of-state tuition$49,754 against a median of $69,571 across the 154 MD programs that report it, which puts it around the 14th percentile of those programs.
• Entering class size78 against a median of 139 across the 160 MD programs that report it, which puts it around the 14th percentile of those programs.

A percentile here is against the programs that report the figure, not against every medical school and not against applicants. It says where the school sits among its reporting peers and nothing else.

East Tennessee State University Quillen acceptance rate

PreMD does not publish an acceptance rate for individual schools. The free national sources publish applications and matriculants, not the number of offers a school made, so an acceptance rate cannot be calculated from them without inventing the missing number.

What can be published from those figures is the ratio: East Tennessee State University Quillen received 4,009 applications for 78 seats in the entering class, or about 51.4 applications per seat.

Who East Tennessee State University Quillen accepts applications from

Community college coursework: Completion of a minimum of 90 semester hours of coursework from regionally accredited U.S. institution(s) is required for admission. This includes work completed at community colleges.

East Tennessee State University Quillen tuition and cost

In-state tuition and fees

$38,810

Out-of-state tuition and fees

$49,754

In-state cost of attendance

$74,449

Out-of-state cost of attendance

$85,393

In-state health insurance

$4,048

Out-of-state health insurance

$4,048

Students receiving aid

89%

Average graduating debt

$231,104

A blank figure here means the school did not report it to the source PreMD tracks, never that it costs nothing. Check the school's own financial aid page before budgeting against it.

East Tennessee State University Quillen application requirements

Secondary fee

$50

Secondary deadline

Application/fee must be submitted within seven days. Recommendations and Casper scores to be submitted asap. All evaluations and scores must be in by January 15, 2027 latest to be considered.

Latest MCAT accepted

September 12, 2026

Oldest MCAT accepted

January 2023

Committee letter

Accepted

Letter packets

Accepted

Individual letters

Accepted

AAMC PREview

Exploring PREview for Future use – will not be used in this cycle’s admissions decisions

Who receives a secondary: Following an initial review, selected applicants may be requested to submit a secondary application. Notification will be sent by email.

Prerequisite coursework

East Tennessee State University Quillen interview

Two one-on-one, semi- structured interviews with admissions committee members.

PreMD reads that as a one-on-one interview, and sets up its interview practice for this school accordingly.

Earliest invitations sent mid-late August.

For the 2026-2027 application year, all interviews and informational sessions will be conducted virtually. Information and instructions regarding interviews will be provided to selected applicants. Applicants will first attend a virtual information session with admissions and financial services staff on a afternoon prior to the interview day. The interview day consists of two semi-structured interviews with members of the admissions committee.

Regional interviews

Regional interviews are not available.

Video interview

All interviews for the 2026-2027 application year will be virtual.

East Tennessee State University Quillen waitlist

Typical positions offered

Varies from cycle to cycle

Applicants not immediately accepted or rejected will be placed on active hold/waitlist until further action is taken. Prompt notification is provided of any changes.

East Tennessee State University Quillen mission

The primary mission of the Quillen College of Medicine is to educate and train future physicians, particularly those interested in primary care, to serve in underserved rural communities. The College is also dedicated to advancing biomedical research and improving healthcare in Northeast Tennessee and the broader Appalachian region. As a leading healthcare provider in East Tennessee, Quillen strives to meet community and regional health needs by identifying, creating, and implementing programs that leverage its resources. In alignment with this responsibility, the College emphasizes primary care as the core focus of its medical practice and training programs. The selection process prioritizes candidates with a demonstrated interest in rural and primary care, ensuring that the college’s mission remains at the forefront. Quillen fosters its mission by engaging with schools across the state through ongoing campus visits and outreach programs. The College offers programs like the Extending Quillen to the Underserved through an Integrated Program (EQUIP) for high school and college students, as well as the Tri-Trails Program, which accelerates training for those interested in family medicine, internal medicine, or pediatrics. The College boasts an experienced and dedicated faculty in the biological, behavioral, and clinical sciences, complemented by practicing physicians who serve as part-time and volunteer faculty members. In addition to rigorous academic training, Quillen provides learning communities and extensive counseling services to support student well-being and development. These communities foster smaller group environments that promote health, wellness, and engagement in community service projects. Quillen students also actively participate in local health fairs and outreach activities, particularly in rural areas, further enhancing their commitment to serving underserved populations. As a result of these initiatives, over 50% of Quillen graduates pursue primary care residencies, with many choosing to practice in rural and underserved areas. The majority of Quillen graduates remain in Tennessee to practice, with many returning to the communities they were trained to serve, continuing the College’s mission of improving healthcare across the region.

East Tennessee State University Quillen rankings

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East Tennessee State University Quillen admissions contact

(423) 439-2033 · [email protected]

Where this came from

• AAMC MSAR public school report
• AAMC FACTS table A-1, 2025-2026 · 2025-2026
• calculated by PreMD from the published application and matriculant counts · 2025-2026

Figures on this page were last reviewed on 2026-08-04.

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