The Interview Process

The Admissions Committee is comprised of faculty, students, community physicians, and representatives from the MUSC College of Medicine.

All verified applications undergo an assessment by the Office of Admissions to determine if the applicant should be invited to interview. An application is considered complete when the verified AMCAS application as well as the MUSC Secondary application has been received. Upon receipt of the verified AMCAS application, applicants are invited to complete the MUSC Secondary application via email. Please allow 4-6 weeks for AMCAS to process your application.

All verified applications undergo an assessment by the Office of Admissions to determine if the applicant should be invited to interview. An application is considered complete when the verified AMCAS application as well as the MUSC Secondary application has been received. Upon receipt of the verified AMCAS application, applicants are invited to complete the MUSC Secondary application via email. Please allow 4-6 weeks for AMCAS to process your application.

AAMC Virtual Interviews: Tips for Medical School Applicants

AAMC Medical School Interviews Do’s and Don’ts

Professionalism

• Applicants are expected to be professional at all times. Professionalism includes attire, interactions with interviewers, school staff and students—by email, telephone, virtual, and in-person. The evaluation process is ongoing until a final admission decision is issued and enrollment takes place.

Computer Tips & Requirements

• Have a computer with a camera and microphone. You may be asked for permission to use your camera and microphone, unless you previously saved this setting.
• Mobile web browsers are currently not supported.  Do not plan on using a mobile device (phone/tablet).
• Test your camera
• Test your microphone
• We suggest that you test your computer's video and audio beforehand by conducting a Zoom session with a friend well before your interview day. Remember to be sure to allow popups, if prompted by your browser.

Compatible browsers include the latest versions below. Please be sure to update your browsers before your scheduled interview day.

• Google Chrome 53.0.2785 or higher
• Firefox 76 or higher
• Safari 10.0.602.1.50 or higher
• Chromium Edge 80 or higher
• Internet Explorer 10 or higher

• Applicants invited to interview will complete three virtual interviews with MUSC College of Medicine interviewers. Two, 30-minute interviews will be completed during the Virtual Interview Day with the third virtual interview completed outside of the Virtual Interview Day.
• The Virtual Interview Day (VID) will begin with a general information session where applicants will meet with members of the Office of Admissions and the Group on Diversity Affairs to hear more about the Admissions process and MUSC’s long-standing commitment to diversity. Following the morning presentations, applicants will complete two, 30-minute virtual interviews. Once interviews have concluded, applicants will connect with a variety of COM leaders for further insight into our many offerings. The VID day closes with a current medical student panel and a virtual campus tour. Interviewees can expect to be finished by 1:00 pm EST.

Interviewers are looking for a variety of factors in the interview. The following categories are for you to think about while preparing for the interview:

• Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Character and Personality
• Communication Skills
• Cultural Competency
• Motivation and Exploration

AAMC Ask the Experts: Preparing for Medical School Interviews

Acceptance Status

Once the MUSC College of Medicine Admissions Committee makes a final decision, each applicant will be informed of acceptance electronically. Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis beginning in October. Applicants who have not received notice of a final decision are still under consideration.

Please visit the Information for Incoming M.D. Students page for insight into important matriculation requirements, timeline, and helpful information.

Committee Hold

Interviewed applicants who have not been notified of acceptance or denial will remain on Committee Hold throughout the admissions cycle.

Waitlist

Once the interview cycle is complete, applicants who are still under consideration for admission will be considered for a position on the Waitlist. MUSC COM typically notifies applicants of their waitlist placement by the end of March or early April.

Deferment

Admitted students who wish to request a deferral should submit the request as soon as possible and prior to April 30. The Admissions Committee grants one-year, restricted Deferred Admission on a case-by-case basis. Common reasons to consider a deferred admission include opportunities for year-long research, educational, or service experiences.

To be considered, you must submit a written request to the Committee that includes a description of the plans for the year. Deferment requests can be sent to COM-Admissions@musc.edu.

Withdrawal

Accepted students are expected to notify the College of Medicine via email anytime during the application process of their decision to enroll in another medical school at COM-Admissions@musc.edu.

COM FLEX Curriculum

COM FLEX Phases

Primary Care Parallel Track at MUSC AnMed Clinical Health Campus

AnMed Health Clinical Campus: Medical Education

MD-MSCR Combined Program

Medical Scientist Training Program

Community Engagement

Medical Student Research Portal (MSRP)

Research at MUSC

COM Group on Diversity Affairs

COM Office of Student Affairs

COM Student Support & Wellness

MUSC ADA Resources

MUSC Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) and Writing Center

MUSC Counseling and Psychological Services

MUSC Student Interest Groups

MUSC Wellness Center

MUSC Off-campus Housing Portal

MUSC Student Life

MUSC Student Organizations

MUSC Multicultural Organizations

MUSC CARES Medical Clinic

Office of Student Financial Aid

The information provided will help answer questions about the Student Financial Aid application process and give you valuable information on how to finance your Graduate/Professional School education. Please visit the MUSC College of Medicine Tuition and Fees for insight in Doctor of Medicine cost of attendance.

Financial Literacy

The Office of Student Financial Literacy is dedicated to providing students with a better understanding of their finances. We are devoted to helping you chase your dream of becoming a healthcare leader while equipping you with the tools you need to reduce the amount of debt taken on while at the university. Please visit the MUSC Office of Student Financial Literacy for assistance with affording medical school.

We encourage you to access the AAMC Financing Medical School Resources to learn about the financial aid process and paying for medical school.

COM Scholarships and Aid Opportunities

For insight into the many scholarships available, please visit the COM Scholarship and Aid Opportunities webpage. An extensive list of scholarships is listed to reflect institutional and external scholarships.

If there is a significant application update such as additional experiences, research, and/or noteworthy accolade that you would like to share with the Admissions Committee, please complete the Admissions Application Update Form. The Admissions Committee will only accept updates submitted before your interview date.

Campus tours are offered to prospective medical students throughout the year. Please visit the Campus Tour Registration form to visit campus and meet our students.

You may also familiarize yourself with campus by visiting the MUSC Virtual Tour.