Office of Admissions UTRGV School of Medicine

The mission of the UTRGV School of Medicine is to educate a diverse group of dedicated students who will become physicians that serve across all the disciplines of medicine; bring hope to patients by advancing medical knowledge through research; integrate education and research to advance the quality and accessibility of patient care; and engage with the RGV communities to benefit Texas and the world.

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Ready to Apply Those interested in applying may submit through the Texas Medical and Dental Student Application Service http://tmdsas.com/ Applications open on May 1st. Additional detailed information on the application process may be found within.

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Pathway Programs

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Requirements Education Requirements, The MCAT, GPA, Recommendation Letters, Shadowing Experience.

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Curriculum View Academic Calendar, Course Catalog and Curriculum Schematic for the UTRGV School of Medicine.

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Interviews Interview invitations are issued by email solely upon the recommendation of the Admissions Committee.

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Student Ambassadors Connect with current students. Our student ambassadors, who came from near and far to attend the UTRGV SOM, are happy to share details (and insider information!) about our medical school and community.

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Tuition & Financial Aid Paying for medical school can be quite costly. Your medical education is an investment in your talent, potential and in a career that will have the power to forever change your life. The UTRGV School of Medicine is dedicated to helping its medical students find the best financial resources in the form of grants, scholarships and loans.

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Admitted: What's Next? Medical students’ academic records are maintained within the Office of Student Affairs. The Division of Student Services within the Office of Student Affairs is responsible for assisting students with requirements for matriculation.

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Frequently Asked Questions Frequently asked questions regarding Admissions at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine.

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Welcome to the RGV

Why Choose RGV Welcome to the Rio Grande Valley. Watch the following video welcoming you to the Rio Grande Valley.