Admissions CatalogCampbell University

Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine

Basic Admissions RequirementsApplicants must have completed a minimum of 90 semester hours or 75% of the required credits for a degree at a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education. Applicants must earn a bachelor’s degree prior to matriculation.

Pre-Requisite Courses• Biological Sciences (8 hours)*• Physics (6 to 8 Hours)*• General Chemistry (8 Hours)*• Organic Chemistry (8 Hours)*• English (6 Hours)• Upper level biomedical courses (6 hours)

Courses should be 300 level or above. Faculty recommend courses in Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Microbiology, or Genetics to enhance the student’s success in medical school.

* Labs are to be included with each course section. Candidates must have earned a “C” grade or better in each course.

The Admissions Process

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Primary ApplicationStudents interested in applying to CUSOM must submit their initial application through AACOMAS - www.aacomas.aacom.org. Please follow the AACOMAS instructions to complete the application. Once you have submitted your application, you must arrange to have all official college transcripts and MCAT scores sent directly to AACOMAS for verification.

Secondary ApplicationOnce the primary application is received and reviewed, competitive applicants will be invited to complete and submit a secondary application, a non-refundable processing fee, waiver/non-waiver statement, and two required letters of recommendation. One letter must be from a physician (DO or MD) and the second from a pre-health committee or a doctoral level faculty member. Letters are accepted through Interfolio, VirtualEvals or directly from the author to the admissions office.

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The InterviewCUSOM begins interviewing prospective students mid-August. Applicants selected for an interview must be able to visit the campus and participate in the interview day, which consists of three one-on-one interviews, admissions and financial aid presentations, a tour of the Leon Levine Hall of Medical Sciences and lunch with current medical students.

Apply Early!Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine operates on a rolling admissions cycle. The Admissions Committee will re-view applications, conduct interviews and make decisions throughout the admissions cycle until the class is filled. Candidates are notified of the committee’s decision within two weeks of their interview. Early submission of materials will ensure timely processing and avoid delays with interview openings the class potentially being filled.

Important Dates to RememberJune 1 - AACOMAS application opensMarch 1 - AACOMAS application deadlineApril 15 - Secondary application deadline

Early Decision AdmissionThe Early Decision Admission Track is available at CUSOM. This is open to both North Carolina and out of state residents. Applicants wishing to be considered for early decision should contact the Office of Admissions directly at (855) 287-6613 for details and more information.

Tuition and fees for Fall 2014 Application fee...............................................$50Tuition deposit ..........................................$1500(non-refundable - credited to student account for tuition and fees upon matriculation)Tuition.....................................................$40,600(subject to change)General fees...............................................$1,500(health/recreational and technology)

Financial AidInvesting in medical education is a major fi-nancial decision, therefore careful planning and fiscal management are essential to meet future obligations. Campbell Uni-versity School of Osteopathic Medicine’s goal is to help you become an informed borrower and provide a system of finan-cial assistance services. Our hope is to not only support you through the financial aid process, but also help with financial coun-seling and debt management planning services.

Financial Aid can come in many forms through loans, scholarships and grants, and these are available to qualified students to assist in paying for expenses directly related to the cost of medical education.

ScholarshipsA variety of scholarships are available to Campbell University medical students, in-cluding merit-based awards and endowed scholarships. The Assistant Director of Financial Aid will provide information re-garding specific scholarship opportunities.

Newly constructed 96,500 sq. ft. learning facilityLecture Halls with tiered seating and audio/visual capturing technology

State-of-the-art, multi-million dollar laboratories (Anatomy, Simulation, OSCE, OMM)Library with extensive collection of traditional and digital medical resources

Small group learning rooms and open study spaceJava City Cafe and full campus access

Leon Levine Hall of Medical Sciences

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The CurriculumYEARS 1 & 2Our highly integrated, system-based curriculum provides both a strong core of biomedical principles and a robust foundation in clinical sciences. Basic science content is presented in four parallel and integrated course series, delivered in 9-week blocks over four semesters. The first two years focus on building a solid foundation in the biomedical sciences, clinical skills, neuromuscular and skeletal medicine, medical practice, medical humanities, health systems, global health and professionalism.

How It Works Morning lecture-discussions are complemented by afternoon labs and skills sessions. Osteo-pathic Manipulative Medicine and diagnostic clinical skills are taught longitudinally throughout the two years in a progression designed to integrate with and provide seamless entry into the third and fourth years. Content is presented by physicians and basic scientists using concepts of team teaching and learning. Evaluation includes a combination of quizzes, integrated exam-inations, and end-of-year assessments.

YEARS 3 & 4CUSOM students will be assigned to regional hospital sites for clinical rotations in years three and four. Students will complete rotations in all areas of primary care medicine and various other specialties, including general surgery, pediatrics, OB/GYN, psychiatry, geriatrics, internal medicine, emergency medicine. Third and fourth year students will also complete a number of elective rotations, a sub-internship, and optional international rotations. Students will spend time in rural clinics and hospitals for underserved care experience.

Where Students Will TrainCampbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine has established partnerships with a vari-ety of large tertiary care and small rural teaching hospitals across the state of North Carolina, as well as a number of international organizations and clinical sites.

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Program HighlightsEarly Clinical ExperiencesStudents gain early clinical experience beginning in the first year and continue through all four years of their education. Early clinical experiences emphasize the importance of developing strong clinical diagnostic skills as well as developing the student’s ability to generate a robust differential diagnosis.

Local Service ProjectsCampbell University has always had a strong commitment to service, and this is no different for the medical school. Sup-port to local service projects nurtures our commitment to the community and serves people in need in Harnett County.

Medical Missions and Global HealthStudents have opportunities to take part in medical mission trips throughout all four years. First and second year students can participate in one-week domestic and/or international trips designed to introduce students to healthcare in rural and under-served communities. Third and fourth year students may choose to complete a four-week rotation abroad, truly putting their knowledge and clinical skills to the test in underserved areas.

Student Clubs and OrganizationsStudents have many opportunities for growth and leadership through clubs and organizations. The service performed by members of these groups enhances their medical education and prepares students for eventual practice. These organizations support Campbell’s mission and that of the Osteopathic profession.

Interprofessional Education Medical students learn and train along-side other Campbell health professions students through educational experiences and seminars both on-campus and in pro-fessional healthcare settings.

Partner Hospitals • Cape Fear Valley Health• Central Carolina Hospital • CommWell Health • First Choice Community Health Center• Harnett Health• Novant Rowan Regional Medical Center• Sampson Regional Medical Center• Southeastern Health• WakeMed Health and Hospitals• Wayne Memorial Hospital

Office of Admissions & Student Affairs4350 US 421 South s Lillington, NC 27546

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