Marshall University Joan Edwards School of Medicine

Marshall University Joan Edwards School of Medicine Admissions

The basic premedical science courses, English composition and rhetoric, and social or behavioral sciences are required. Preference is given to state residents. Some positions may be available to well-qualified nonresidents from states contiguous to West Virginia or to nonresidents who have strong ties to West Virginia. Other nonresidents are not considered. Regardless of their state of residency, applicants are considered only if they are U.S. citizens or have permanent visas. Evaluation of candidates for admission involves a review of a candidate’s academic records and test scores, although this by itself is not decisive. An insight into the applicant’s character is sought by review of letters of recommendation and an assessment at an interview. Features of interest to the Admission Committee are motivation, integrity, sensitivity, and judgment. Transfer and advanced standing: The School of Medicine considers for transfer admissions those applicants who are currently in good standing at an allopathic medical school. Positions are limited by attrition and are rarely available. The residency policy for regular admissions also applies to transfer admissions with one exception-only U.S. citizens are considered.