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USA Whiddon College of Medicine

2027 Entry Requirements & Interview Format

Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama is a US MD program in Mobile, AL that takes 2027-entry applications through AMCAS. Its published class profile lists a median MCAT of 510 (range 505–516), a median GPA of 3.85, a 4.0% acceptance rate and a class of 87. The school holds a traditional interview: September 2026–March 2027.

Location
Mobile, AL, United States
Established
1973
Interviews (2027 entry)
September 2026–March 2027
Decisions (2027 entry)
Rolling; final decisions by March 30, 2027
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What the USA Whiddon College of Medicine MD program is like

Integrated, 4 years, clinical rotations in Mobile and community practices throughout Alabama.

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Overview

About USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD)

The Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama, located in Mobile, is Alabama's second allopathic medical school and the primary academic medical center serving the Gulf Coast region.

Founded in 1973, the school trains physicians with a strong emphasis on primary care, rural medicine, and serving the healthcare needs of coastal and underserved communities across Alabama, Mississippi, and the Florida Panhandle.

What makes USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD) different

Whiddon is a regional school with a community mission focused on the Gulf Coast. The small class size creates a tightly knit training environment with strong student-faculty relationships. Clinical training is concentrated at USA Health University Hospital, a major trauma and tertiary care center serving coastal Alabama.

USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD) course & teaching

Integrated curriculum. 4-year MD. Years 1–2 cover foundational sciences with early clinical skills integration. Year 3 core clerkships take place at USA Health University Hospital and affiliated community sites. Year 4 includes elective rotations with a focus on residency preparation.

USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD) research strengths

USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD) is strong in these research areas:

  • Gulf Coast environmental health
  • Primary care outcomes
  • Rural health disparities
  • Cardiovascular medicine
  • Oncology

How the USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD) interview runs

Format: Traditional one-on-one interview with faculty members

The Whiddon College of Medicine conducts all 2026–2027 interviews online via Zoom, on Wednesdays from September to March: each applicant has two individual interviews, scheduled in 40-minute slots. Interviewers are familiar with the applicant's file and focus on motivation for medicine, understanding of Gulf Coast healthcare needs, and interpersonal skills.

USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD) intake

Approximately 80–90 students per year.

Where USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD) is

Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama was founded in 1973 and is based in Mobile, AL.

Programmes offered:

  • Primary Care
  • Family Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Rural & Coastal Health
  • Emergency Medicine
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Entry requirements

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USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD) at a glance

Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama Medicine — 2027 entry at a glance
MCAT / GPA (medians)510 · 3.85 (MCAT range 505–516)
Acceptance rate4.0%
Class size87
In-state matriculants85%
Interview formatTraditional interview
IntakeApproximately 80–90 students per year
Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama Medicine admissions profile — 2027 entry
Admission overviewBachelor's degree and MCAT required. Applications submitted via AMCAS. Strong preference for Alabama residents; out-of-state applicants must demonstrate clear ties to the Gulf Coast region. Competitive applicants show clinical experience in community or rural settings, research exposure, and service. Secondary application required.
MCAT median510 (range 505–516)
GPA median3.85 overall / 3.68 science (BCPM)
Acceptance rate4.0%
Class size87
In-state preferenceStrong — primarily in-state
In-state matriculants85%
CASPerNot required
AAMC PREviewNot required
Holistic review emphasisClinical experience, community service, Gulf Coast/rural health interest, and mission alignment.
NotesEstimates from public AAMC FACTS and school-published data; verify current cycle.
Specialities offeredPrimary Care, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Rural & Coastal Health, Emergency Medicine

MCAT, GPA, acceptance-rate and class-size figures are taken from Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama's published admissions data. Class profiles are republished each year — confirm which entering class these numbers describe before you rely on them.

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Interview

How USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD) interviews applicants

Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama Medicine interview — 2027 entry
FormatTraditional one-on-one interview with faculty members
Interview window (2027 entry)September 2026–March 2027
Decision date (2027 entry)Rolling; final decisions by March 30, 2027
Post-interview chancesApproximately 30–45% post-interview acceptance rate (estimated; heavily in-state weighted).
Tutor insight
Whiddon interviewers value applicants who demonstrate genuine interest in the Gulf Coast region and an understanding of the specific healthcare challenges of coastal and rural Alabama. Small class size means faculty know students well — show strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, community-minded approach. Out-of-state applicants without regional ties face a high bar; focus your secondary essays on mission alignment. Apply early as rolling admissions apply.
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Where USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD)'s figures come from

Compiled from Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama's published admissions material and checked for internal consistency. Not independently re-checked against the school's own website for 2027 entry — confirm the figures with the school before you rely on them.

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USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD) — frequently asked questions

USA Whiddon College of Medicine (MD) matriculants have a median MCAT of 510. The middle range of matriculants is 505–516. US schools publish medians rather than cut-offs, and committees review holistically — the MCAT is weighed alongside GPA, clinical and research experience, letters of recommendation and secondary essays.

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