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University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

2027 Entry Requirements & Interview Format

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School is a US MD program in Dallas, TX that takes 2027-entry applications through AMCAS. Its published class profile lists a median MCAT of 517 (range 511–522), a median GPA of 3.93, a 4.0% acceptance rate and a class of 239. The school holds a traditional interview: September 2026–February 2027. Decisions for 2027 entry: March 30, 2027 (TMDSAS match).

Location
Dallas, TX, United States
Established
1943
Interviews (2027 entry)
September 2026–February 2027
Decisions (2027 entry)
March 30, 2027 (TMDSAS match)
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Overview

About University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD)

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School is based in Dallas. It is a flagship public research university medical school, ranked consistently among the top tier of US programs. Founded in 1943, UTSW trains physicians and physician-scientists across MD, MD-PhD, and combined-degree tracks.

Its affiliated hospitals — including UT Southwestern Medical Center and Parkland Memorial Hospital — provide exposure to high-acuity, high-diversity patient populations. The school participates in the TMDSAS system and reserves the large majority of seats for Texas residents.

What makes University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD) different

UT Southwestern boasts one of the highest Nobel laureate concentrations of any US medical school and is among the most research-intensive institutions in the country. The school has a strong MD-PhD program (MSTP) funded by the NIH. Dallas's large and diverse metropolitan healthcare system provides exceptional clinical training breadth.

Tuition is among the lowest for a research-intensive school owing to Texas public funding.

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD) course & teaching

Integrated curriculum. 4-year MD. Preclinical years blend organ-system instruction with early patient contact. Core clerkships at Parkland Memorial, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and Children's Medical Center Dallas. A longitudinal scholarly activity requirement encourages research or community health projects through all four years.

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD) research strengths

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD) is strong in these research areas:

  • Molecular biology and biochemistry
  • Cancer biology
  • Neurodegenerative disease
  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Structural biology

How the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD) interview runs

Format: Virtual interviews for the 2026–27 cycle (interview structure not described)

UT Southwestern conducts all 2026–2027 interviews virtually; its admissions page does not describe the interview structure. Interviewers review the application in advance and ask both behavioral and situational questions. The day emphasizes research potential alongside clinical motivation.

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD) intake

Approximately 230 students per year.

Where University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD) is

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School was founded in 1943 and is based in Dallas, TX.

Programmes offered:

  • Biomedical Research
  • Internal Medicine
  • Oncology
  • Neuroscience
  • Molecular Biology
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Entry requirements

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University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD) at a glance

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School Medicine — 2027 entry at a glance
MCAT / GPA (medians)517 · 3.93 (MCAT range 511–522)
Acceptance rate4.0%
Class size239
In-state matriculants90%
Interview formatTraditional interview
IntakeApproximately 230 students per year
Decisions (2027 entry)March 30, 2027 (TMDSAS match)
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School Medicine admissions profile — 2027 entry
Admission overviewBachelor's degree and MCAT required. Applied via TMDSAS; Texas residency strongly preferred. Strong research background highly valued — UTSW actively recruits future physician-scientists. Secondary application required. MD-PhD applicants should contact the MSTP program separately.
MCAT median517 (range 511–522)
GPA median3.93 overall / 3.83 science (BCPM)
Acceptance rate4.0%
Class size239
In-state preferenceStrong — primarily in-state
In-state matriculants90%
CASPerRequired
AAMC PREviewNot required
Holistic review emphasisResearch potential, academic excellence, clinical exposure, and leadership in scientific or community settings.
NotesChecked 2026-09-13 against the school's own published figures: mean MCAT 517; mean GPA 3.93; class of 239. Where a figure is marked mean, the school publishes a mean rather than a median. Not confirmed from the school's own pages: science GPA, acceptance rate, in-state share. TMDSAS application; strong Texas resident preference. Casper is required for the 2026–2027 cycle, per both the school’s own admissions pages and Acuity Insights’ listing (checked 2026-09-13). Interview format checked 2026-10-07 against https://medschool.utsouthwestern.edu/admissions/.
Specialities offeredBiomedical Research, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Neuroscience, Molecular Biology

MCAT, GPA, acceptance-rate and class-size figures are taken from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School'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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How University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD) interviews applicants

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School Medicine interview — 2027 entry
FormatVirtual interviews for the 2026–27 cycle (interview structure not described)
Interview window (2027 entry)September 2026–February 2027
Decision date (2027 entry)March 30, 2027 (TMDSAS match)
Post-interview chancesPost-interview acceptance estimated at 20–35%; research experience and Texas residency are significant selection factors.
Tutor insight
UTSW values research potential extremely highly — applicants without substantive lab or scholarly experience will face a significant disadvantage even if clinical credentials are strong. Prepare a clear narrative of each research project, including methods, findings, and your specific intellectual contributions. Parkland Memorial Hospital provides exposure to one of the country's largest safety-net hospital systems; demonstrate an understanding of health disparities in your personal statement. TMDSAS requires applicants to understand the match process and rank orders carefully.
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Where University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD)'s figures come from

Checked against University of Texas Southwestern Medical School's own website on 13 September 2026: our record for the school was reconciled with what it publishes there. For most US schools that is class size and interview format only, so MCAT, GPA and acceptance-rate figures remain unconfirmed.

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University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD) — frequently asked questions

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD) matriculants have a median MCAT of 517. The middle range of matriculants is 511–522. 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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