Basic guide on applying to Yale Medical School
THE YALE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Brief History
Founded in 1810 by the Connecticut General Assembly, the Yale University School of Medicine is the sixth oldest medical school in the United States of America. Since its establishment, it has grown to be the home of famous and outstanding medical professionals all over the world.
Famous Alumni
Francis R. Coughlin Jr., M.D. ’52
Gilbert F. Hogan, M.D. ’57
Donald E. Moore, M.D. ’81
Francis M. Lobo, M.D. ’92
Cynthia B. Aten, M.D. ’81
Sharon L. Bonney, M.D. ’76
Joseph F.J. Curi, M.D. ’64
David H. Lippman, M.D. ’71
Harold R. Mancusi-Ungaro Jr., M.D. ’73, HS ’76.
Arthur Ebbert Jr., M.D.,
Betty R. Klein, M.D. ’86, HS ’91
Why shoot for a Yale Medical Degree
Yale University School of Medicine is renowned for having a wide range of areas of medical coverage from basic scientific and medical studies to research to clinical diagnosis and even treatment of human illnesses. It has consistently been in the top ten of the National Institute for Health’s best medical schools since 2005. Most recently, it is in the 7th rank.
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The prestige and sterling reputation that comes from being affiliated in anyway with Yale School of Medicine, whether you are a fellow, an employee, an alumni, or a student is in itself a reward that yields a great benefit that can lead you to the doors of the state-of-the-art hospitals, clinics, and medical research facilities worldwide.
A medical degree at Yale means medical integrity and best medical practice.
How to Apply to Yale Medical School
- Medical student candidates must first obtain an application from the American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS) and comply with its requirements.
- In the application, a student candidate must specifically indicate what he/she is applying for at the Yale University School of Medicine.AMCAS application for Yale University School of Medicine is due on August 1 for Early Decision Program (EDP); and October 15 for masteral and doctoral candidates.For more questions and information about AMCAS, inquire at American Medical College Application Service, 2501 M Street, NW, Lobby 26, Washington, DC 20037-1300; or call telephone number 202-828-0600; or email them at amcas@aamc.org.
- After obtaining an AMCAS application, student candidate must submit it to the Office of Admissions, Yale University School of Medicine on or before August 31 for EDP, and November 30 for masteral and doctoral studies. The Office of Admissions is at Edward S. Harkness Hall, 367 Cedar St., New Haven, CT 06510. Its email address is medical.admissions@yale.edu.
- Together with your AMCAS application, submit your Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) scores to Yale University School of Medicine.
- Also, directly submit to Yale either any of the following: (1) Premedical Advisory Committee evaluation of the student candidate, (2) three recommendation letters from the student candidate’s teachers, two of them must be in the study of science.
- Obtain a Yale Certification Form and mail it via the postal address of the Office of Admissions of the Yale University School of Medicine.
- Pay the application fee of $85 or obtain an AMCAS fee waiver. Mail your payment or the AMCAS fee waiver together with your Yale Certification Form.
- Shortlisted student candidates will be notified for a personal interview with members of the Committee on Admissions.
Medical student candidates at Yale University School of Medicine must display above average intelligence, maturity, and strong drive to pursue and excel in the medical study and practice. The Committee on Admissions are keen on those who show the highest leadership qualities and potentials. It aims for its students to become significant contributors in the field of medicine.
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