Bachelor
Doctor of Medicine (MD) – DGSMU
Course Overview
The Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is a 4-year full-time graduate medical degree accredited by the LCME.
The curriculum integrates foundational biomedical coursework, early clinical clerkships, specialized deep dive tracks, and clinical rotations at UCLA Health systems. Graduates receive the title of Medical Doctor (MD), complying with U.S. licensing requirements (USMLE) and ACGME residency eligibility.
Entry Requirements
- Academics: Bachelor degree from accredited US/Canadian university (Avg GPA ~3.85). Prerequisites: Bio (1 yr), Chem (1 yr), Org Chem (1 yr), Physics (1 yr) with labs; Humanities, Math/Stats.
- Exam: MCAT required (Avg score ~517).
- Citizenship & Eligibility: Accepts US Citizens, Permanent Residents, DACA, & International applicants (min 1 yr US coursework).
- Language & Testing: TOEFL/IELTS if applicable; Casper Test / AAMC PREview exam.
- Portal & Documentation: AMCAS portal; Pre-Health Committee Evaluation or 3-5 individual LORs; background check.
Career Outcomes
- Clinical Resident Specialist – Anesthesiology & Critical Care
- Attending Consultant Specialist – Surgical Oncology & Transplant Surgery
- Principal Investigator – Translational Medicine & Genomics
- Director of Clinical Research & Precision Medicine Center
- Medical Director – International Clinical Trials & Drug Safety
Scholarship Available
- Yes (Full-Ride Options)
Key Information
Location
Los Angeles, United States of America
University
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Intakes
August
Study Mode
On Campus
Tuition Fee
$60,000 / Year
Duration
4 Years
Language
English
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