Entry requirements for International students
This program is only available to USA citizens/permanent residents. Applicants must apply via UQ Ochsner Enrollments. A GPA of 5 in a key degree is required and this degree must have been completed within 10 years preceding the proposed commencement date. A min score in the MCAT of 504 is required. This is a very competitive program and the final cut-off MCAT score may be higher than 504. The MCAT must be gained in the 3 years prior to commencement.
English language proficiency (ELP):This program requires a higher level of ELP than the UQ minimum. For IELTS, an overall band score of 7 AND a minimum score of 7 in each sub-band of writing, reading, speaking and listening is required. Click for alternative evidence of English language proficiency.
Interview: Eligible applicants will be invited to participate in an MMI in New Orleans or via videoconferencing . Invitations to interview are based on applicants having satisfied the entry requirements and places available.
Intake: UQ admits approximately 90 students per year for this program.
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Additional application requirements
<Direct Entry for Graduates: This program is only available to USA citizens/permanent residents. Applicants must apply via UQ Ochsner Enrollments so you should ignore any advice to the contrary. The key degree must have been completed within the ten year period preceding the proposed commencement date. A minimum score in the MCAT of 504 is required. Please note that a score of 504 is not a guarantee that you will receive an offer. This is a very competitive program and the final cut-off MCAT scores may be higher than 504. The MCAT must be gained in the three years preceding the year of commencement. Eligible applicants will be invited to participate in a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI). Invitations to interview are based on applicants having satisfied the entry requirements and places available.
English language proficiency:This program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum. For IELTS, an overall band score of 7 AND a minimum score of 7 in each sub-band of writing, reading, speaking and listening is required. Click for alternative evidence of English language proficiency.
Interview: Prospective students will be required to attend an interview in New Orleans or via Zoom videoconferencing.
Intake: UQ admits approximately 90 students per year for this program.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 0101740
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.
TOEFL PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.
Pearson Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.
CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.
BE and OET are not accepted.
View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the MDOCHSNER.
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application procedures for International students.
Closing date
Applications should normally be lodged between April and June in the year preceding enrolment
