MD Program

MD Admissions

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine seeks to matriculate a broad population of academically exceptional students whose attributes and accomplishments suggest that they will be future leaders and/or scholars in medicine. Because the number of applicants is far greater than the number of positions offered, admission is highly selective.

Students in white coats

Admissions Process and Timeline

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine participates in the American Medical College Application Service. All application materials may be obtained through AMCAS. As you prepare to start applying we recommend you review and reference the AMCAS Application Guide throughout the cycle.

  1.  Submit your AMCAS application between May 31 and November 1.
  2. After a preliminary screening, the most competitive applicants are offered an opportunity to submit a Vanderbilt-specific secondary application and are under consideration to be invited for a virtual interview. Secondary invitations are usually sent out beginning in mid-July.
  3. Virtual interviews will be scheduled between September and February.
  4. Acceptances are released in three waves in late December, late February, and early March. Accepted students will receive their admission offer via phone call and email.
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MD & MSTP Admissions Statistics (2025-26)

  • 6,278

    Verified Applications Received

  • 5,074

    Secondary Applications Invitations

  • 66

    Interview Invitations

Admissions Requirements

We accept students in good standing who will be graduates of accredited colleges and universities before matriculation to Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.

To be considered for admission, applicants must provide:

  • Official final transcripts
  • MCAT scores
  • Letters of evaluation
  • Background checks will also be conducted on all conditionally accepted students.  

International Students
International students are eligible to apply but may need to submit additional documentation. 

Transfer Students
VUSM does not accept transfer students due to the structure of our curriculum. 

Review All Requirements

Applicant Resources

Application and Acceptance Protocols

Review the protocols in place to ensure a fair process for candidates and medical schools.

Information for Visiting Medical Students

VUSM accepts visiting students from other accredited medical schools from June to December.

Cost & Financial Aid

See tuition costs, available scholarships, and loan options.

Join a Virtual Group Information Session

We’re happy to answer your questions about Vanderbilt during group Zoom sessions for prospective students. Email below for the schedule. At this time, we are not able to provide one-on-one tours or virtual sessions. 

Email MD Admissions

Contact Admission Staff

  • Jennifer Steffen Kimble, M.Ed.

    Jennifer Steffen Kimble, M.Ed.

    Director of Admissions

  • Maggie Rose, MBA, MSA

    Maggie Rose, MBA, MSA

    Assistant Director of Admissions

  • Gracie Sansbury

    Admissions Counselor

MD Admissions Mailing Address

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine 

Office of Enrollment Services 

PMB 407939 

224 Eskind Biomedical Library and Learning Center 

Nashville, TN 37240-7939