MD FAQs
On this Page:
- Admissions Criteria & Eligibility
- MCAT Requirements
- What We Look For in Candidates
- Application Deadlines & Fees
- Supplemental Application
- Letters of Recommendation
- Application Status & Updates
- Interviews
- Offers & Acceptance
- Advising & Campus Visits
Admissions Criteria & Eligibility
Do you have cut-off scores for GPA or MCAT?
No, we practice holistic admissions, so we evaluate all aspects of an application before deciding whether to move forward with an applicant. We review candidates across many areas of interest, including academic achievement. We consider all information and ignore none of what we receive. It is important to recognize that the MCAT is just a test, but it has additional implications when a holistic view of the test and test behavior is applied to each candidate.
What is your application and selection criteria?
Applicants must have:
- U.S. citizenship, hold a permanent resident visa, or be eligible for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) at the time of application
- A bachelor's degree — any undergraduate major is acceptable
- MCAT score taken within the past three years
- A minimum of three and a maximum of six letters of recommendation
What's important in an application:
- Academic credentials that indicate a candidate is capable of succeeding in a rigorous medical education program
- Interest in learning, integrity, compassion, empathy, service, and the ability to assume responsibility
- Exploration of the field of medicine and an applicant's motivation to enter this profession
- As a rule, applicants are limited to applying no more than twice. However, third-time applicants can submit a request for consideration.
- Applicants enrolled in advanced degree programs must complete their degrees before matriculation.
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Course prerequisites include:
- Total of 30 BCMP semester credits
- At least 8 credits in a chemistry-based discipline
- At least 3 credits in organic chemistry
- At least 8 credits in a biology-based discipline
- At least 1 lab course credit in biology
- At least 1 lab course credit in chemistry
- Remaining credits may be any combination of courses in biology, chemistry, physics, or math. No more than six AP credits will be accepted toward the remaining total credit requirement.
What does holistic mean?
We review your entire application: academic details, personal statement, supplemental responses, experiences, letters of recommendation, and any updates you may submit. Our committee is looking for alignment with our mission and community.
Do I need a bachelor's degree to apply?
Yes, a bachelor's degree must be completed before matriculating into medical school.
Do you accept online courses?
All prerequisite courses must be taken in person, but other coursework may be taken online.
Do you accept international students?
No, we are currently only able to admit students who are U.S. citizens, hold a permanent resident visa, or have Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status. Candidates who self-report as refugees, asylees, adjusted status, temporary protective status, or "other" for citizenship status will be considered, but matriculation into the program may require adjustment of status.
Do you accept applications from Canadian students?
Yes, if the student is a U.S. citizen, holds a permanent resident visa, or has Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status.
Do you accept DACA students?
Yes, we accept Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students.
Do you enroll out-of-state applicants?
Yes, we are a private institution and give the same consideration to both in-state and out-of-state applicants.
Does your school have a preference for in-state vs. out-of-state students?
We do not have a preference for in-state or out-of-state students. As a private institution, we give the same consideration to all applicants.
MCAT Requirements
What is the latest date I can take the MCAT for the 2027 application cycle?
November 1, 2026
What is the oldest MCAT considered for the 2027 application cycle?
January 1, 2024
What happens to my application if my MCAT score is pending?
Your application will remain in a "hold" process until we receive your MCAT score. Once we receive your score, your application will be marked as complete.
Do you make exceptions for MCAT considerations?
We understand there may be circumstances that may limit your ability to submit your MCAT score, but we cannot make an exception at this time.
What We Look For in Candidates
What do you look for in candidates applying to Stritch?
We look for alignment with our Jesuit mission. A strong commitment to service and education.
What experiences are valued?
Experiences that show service, empathy, integrity, responsibility, and sincere exploration of medicine. Clinical exposure, service, and leadership align with the school’s Jesuit mission. Research is not required, but it can strengthen an application.
Application Deadlines & Fees
What is the deadline for the primary AMCAS application?
November 2, 2026. Although this is the latest date we will accept primary applications, we use a rolling admissions process, so early submission of the application and prompt return of all supporting materials will improve an applicant's chance of being considered for an interview.
What is the deadline for the supplemental application?
December 11, 2026, at 11:59:59 p.m. (CST)
What is the supplemental application fee?
$115
Is there a supplemental fee waiver?
We provide supplemental application fee waivers for those experiencing financial hardship. Please email our office at ssom-admissions@luc.edu to request a waiver.
Supplemental Application
Do you have a supplemental application?
Yes, once your application has been verified by AMCAS and received in our system, we will send you the supplemental application.
When is your supplemental application available?
Our supplemental application is released in July.
I missed the supplemental deadline. Can I request an extension?
We review each request individually. Please contact our office at ssom-admissions@luc.edu.
Letters of Recommendation
Do you participate in a letter service?
Yes, AMCAS letters.
How many letters are required?
We require a minimum of three letters or a pre-health committee packet. A maximum of six letters will be accepted.
Do you accept external letters of recommendation?
Yes, you can ask your advocate to email your letter of recommendation to ssom-admissions@luc.edu or contact our office for additional information. We kindly ask that you do not duplicate writers.
Application Status & Updates
How do I check the status of my application?
You may check your application status at any time through your supplemental application portal.
How will I be contacted about the status of my application?
All communication is sent through AMP. If you receive an offer, someone from our team will call you.
Can I edit information on my application after I submit it?
Our system cannot revise or update your primary or secondary application once it has been submitted. You may submit an update, either by email or by uploading it directly to your portal. These updates will appear as external documents attached to your application. If you have questions regarding the content of your AMCAS primary application, please contact AMCAS directly for assistance.
How can I edit the pronunciation of my name in the secondary application?
The system should allow you to re-record your voice, and we can help resolve the issue.
How do I submit application updates to your office?
You may update your application at any time during the cycle through your supplemental application portal. Updates can be uploaded as a PDF through the "Submit Update Document" button on your supplemental application portal home page. Please do not mail updates to our office.
Can I submit updates if I have not received an interview invitation?
We welcome letters of interest, personal, professional, and academic updates. You can also have an advocate reach out to us to provide an external recommendation if they have not already provided a letter. Feel free to submit your updates through the supplemental application portal as many times as you like before and after your interview.
I submitted my application in May, but haven’t heard from the admissions office yet.
We receive more than 14,000 applications each cycle and are actively reviewing several thousand at any given time. Your portal will be updated if there are any changes to your status. Our interview season runs through the end of February; if you are selected for an interview, you will receive an email invitation.
Interviews
I have been invited to interview. Does Stritch prefer in-person or virtual interviews?
We are one of the few schools that continue to offer in‑person interviews. To accommodate applicants’ schedules, we provide both in‑person and virtual interview options. There is no advantage or special consideration given to either format.
I selected a virtual interview, but meant to select an in-person interview. Can I reschedule my interview?
Please contact our office at ssom-admissions@luc.edu if you need assistance with scheduling your interview.
Will I know who my interviewers are in advance?
Yes, you will receive a schedule on the morning of your interview.
I interviewed in early August, but haven’t received an update yet.
Our Executive Committee meets twice a month, and offers are extended after six weeks. Please keep in mind, holidays and days the office is closed. All updates are made through the portal.
Can I send my interviewer a thank-you letter?
Thank you letters are appreciated. If you have their contact information, you may email them directly or send them to our office at ssom-admissions@luc.edu.
Offers & Acceptance
If I receive an offer, how long do I have to accept my offer?
You have two weeks to secure your seat in AMP. Please complete your declaration of intent, technical standards document, and code your prerequisites.
What if I do not get accepted?
You can schedule a meeting with someone from our team who will provide feedback on your application.
Advising & Campus Visits
Do you offer guidance for reapplicants?
Reapplicants are welcome to reapply (up to two standard attempts; a third requires permission). You can also set up a meeting with a team member to get feedback on your application. However, this option is limited by staffing and time constraints.
Do you provide one‑on‑one advising or pre‑application reviews?
Yes, we offer one-on-one consults in the spring, before you submit an application. You can set up a meeting with a team member to get feedback on your application. However, this option is limited by staffing and time constraints.
What do I need before scheduling a one-on-one meeting?
You will need to complete a form to determine whether you're eligible. If you qualify, you may be asked to submit materials you'd like our team to review before your scheduled meeting.
Do you offer virtual meetings?
Yes, we host monthly virtual tours for candidates who have not applied yet. These meetings are typically 90 minutes. During the meeting, you will view a 10-minute video of our campus, meet current students, and learn more about our school and programs.
Who can attend these virtual meetings?
These virtual meetings are for prospective students. If you apply for the current cycle, you will not be admitted to the meeting.
On this Page:
- Admissions Criteria & Eligibility
- MCAT Requirements
- What We Look For in Candidates
- Application Deadlines & Fees
- Supplemental Application
- Letters of Recommendation
- Application Status & Updates
- Interviews
- Offers & Acceptance
- Advising & Campus Visits
Admissions Criteria & Eligibility
Do you have cut-off scores for GPA or MCAT?
No, we practice holistic admissions, so we evaluate all aspects of an application before deciding whether to move forward with an applicant. We review candidates across many areas of interest, including academic achievement. We consider all information and ignore none of what we receive. It is important to recognize that the MCAT is just a test, but it has additional implications when a holistic view of the test and test behavior is applied to each candidate.
What is your application and selection criteria?
Applicants must have:
- U.S. citizenship, hold a permanent resident visa, or be eligible for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) at the time of application
- A bachelor's degree — any undergraduate major is acceptable
- MCAT score taken within the past three years
- A minimum of three and a maximum of six letters of recommendation
What's important in an application:
- Academic credentials that indicate a candidate is capable of succeeding in a rigorous medical education program
- Interest in learning, integrity, compassion, empathy, service, and the ability to assume responsibility
- Exploration of the field of medicine and an applicant's motivation to enter this profession
- As a rule, applicants are limited to applying no more than twice. However, third-time applicants can submit a request for consideration.
- Applicants enrolled in advanced degree programs must complete their degrees before matriculation.
- 🛰️Telegram飞机号/电报 | +222毛里塔尼亚 电话注册 | 注册半年左右 | 成品号 | API接码登录 | 任何设备可用 does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
Course prerequisites include:
- Total of 30 BCMP semester credits
- At least 8 credits in a chemistry-based discipline
- At least 3 credits in organic chemistry
- At least 8 credits in a biology-based discipline
- At least 1 lab course credit in biology
- At least 1 lab course credit in chemistry
- Remaining credits may be any combination of courses in biology, chemistry, physics, or math. No more than six AP credits will be accepted toward the remaining total credit requirement.
What does holistic mean?
We review your entire application: academic details, personal statement, supplemental responses, experiences, letters of recommendation, and any updates you may submit. Our committee is looking for alignment with our mission and community.
Do I need a bachelor's degree to apply?
Yes, a bachelor's degree must be completed before matriculating into medical school.
Do you accept online courses?
All prerequisite courses must be taken in person, but other coursework may be taken online.
Do you accept international students?
No, we are currently only able to admit students who are U.S. citizens, hold a permanent resident visa, or have Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status. Candidates who self-report as refugees, asylees, adjusted status, temporary protective status, or "other" for citizenship status will be considered, but matriculation into the program may require adjustment of status.
Do you accept applications from Canadian students?
Yes, if the student is a U.S. citizen, holds a permanent resident visa, or has Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status.
Do you accept DACA students?
Yes, we accept Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students.
Do you enroll out-of-state applicants?
Yes, we are a private institution and give the same consideration to both in-state and out-of-state applicants.
Does your school have a preference for in-state vs. out-of-state students?
We do not have a preference for in-state or out-of-state students. As a private institution, we give the same consideration to all applicants.
MCAT Requirements
What is the latest date I can take the MCAT for the 2027 application cycle?
November 1, 2026
What is the oldest MCAT considered for the 2027 application cycle?
January 1, 2024
What happens to my application if my MCAT score is pending?
Your application will remain in a "hold" process until we receive your MCAT score. Once we receive your score, your application will be marked as complete.
Do you make exceptions for MCAT considerations?
We understand there may be circumstances that may limit your ability to submit your MCAT score, but we cannot make an exception at this time.
What We Look For in Candidates
What do you look for in candidates applying to Stritch?
We look for alignment with our Jesuit mission. A strong commitment to service and education.
What experiences are valued?
Experiences that show service, empathy, integrity, responsibility, and sincere exploration of medicine. Clinical exposure, service, and leadership align with the school’s Jesuit mission. Research is not required, but it can strengthen an application.
Application Deadlines & Fees
What is the deadline for the primary AMCAS application?
November 2, 2026. Although this is the latest date we will accept primary applications, we use a rolling admissions process, so early submission of the application and prompt return of all supporting materials will improve an applicant's chance of being considered for an interview.
What is the deadline for the supplemental application?
December 11, 2026, at 11:59:59 p.m. (CST)
What is the supplemental application fee?
$115
Is there a supplemental fee waiver?
We provide supplemental application fee waivers for those experiencing financial hardship. Please email our office at ssom-admissions@luc.edu to request a waiver.
Supplemental Application
Do you have a supplemental application?
Yes, once your application has been verified by AMCAS and received in our system, we will send you the supplemental application.
When is your supplemental application available?
Our supplemental application is released in July.
I missed the supplemental deadline. Can I request an extension?
We review each request individually. Please contact our office at ssom-admissions@luc.edu.
Letters of Recommendation
Do you participate in a letter service?
Yes, AMCAS letters.
How many letters are required?
We require a minimum of three letters or a pre-health committee packet. A maximum of six letters will be accepted.
Do you accept external letters of recommendation?
Yes, you can ask your advocate to email your letter of recommendation to ssom-admissions@luc.edu or contact our office for additional information. We kindly ask that you do not duplicate writers.
Application Status & Updates
How do I check the status of my application?
You may check your application status at any time through your supplemental application portal.
How will I be contacted about the status of my application?
All communication is sent through AMP. If you receive an offer, someone from our team will call you.
Can I edit information on my application after I submit it?
Our system cannot revise or update your primary or secondary application once it has been submitted. You may submit an update, either by email or by uploading it directly to your portal. These updates will appear as external documents attached to your application. If you have questions regarding the content of your AMCAS primary application, please contact AMCAS directly for assistance.
How can I edit the pronunciation of my name in the secondary application?
The system should allow you to re-record your voice, and we can help resolve the issue.
How do I submit application updates to your office?
You may update your application at any time during the cycle through your supplemental application portal. Updates can be uploaded as a PDF through the "Submit Update Document" button on your supplemental application portal home page. Please do not mail updates to our office.
Can I submit updates if I have not received an interview invitation?
We welcome letters of interest, personal, professional, and academic updates. You can also have an advocate reach out to us to provide an external recommendation if they have not already provided a letter. Feel free to submit your updates through the supplemental application portal as many times as you like before and after your interview.
I submitted my application in May, but haven’t heard from the admissions office yet.
We receive more than 14,000 applications each cycle and are actively reviewing several thousand at any given time. Your portal will be updated if there are any changes to your status. Our interview season runs through the end of February; if you are selected for an interview, you will receive an email invitation.
Interviews
I have been invited to interview. Does Stritch prefer in-person or virtual interviews?
We are one of the few schools that continue to offer in‑person interviews. To accommodate applicants’ schedules, we provide both in‑person and virtual interview options. There is no advantage or special consideration given to either format.
I selected a virtual interview, but meant to select an in-person interview. Can I reschedule my interview?
Please contact our office at ssom-admissions@luc.edu if you need assistance with scheduling your interview.
Will I know who my interviewers are in advance?
Yes, you will receive a schedule on the morning of your interview.
I interviewed in early August, but haven’t received an update yet.
Our Executive Committee meets twice a month, and offers are extended after six weeks. Please keep in mind, holidays and days the office is closed. All updates are made through the portal.
Can I send my interviewer a thank-you letter?
Thank you letters are appreciated. If you have their contact information, you may email them directly or send them to our office at ssom-admissions@luc.edu.
Offers & Acceptance
If I receive an offer, how long do I have to accept my offer?
You have two weeks to secure your seat in AMP. Please complete your declaration of intent, technical standards document, and code your prerequisites.
What if I do not get accepted?
You can schedule a meeting with someone from our team who will provide feedback on your application.
Advising & Campus Visits
Do you offer guidance for reapplicants?
Reapplicants are welcome to reapply (up to two standard attempts; a third requires permission). You can also set up a meeting with a team member to get feedback on your application. However, this option is limited by staffing and time constraints.
Do you provide one‑on‑one advising or pre‑application reviews?
Yes, we offer one-on-one consults in the spring, before you submit an application. You can set up a meeting with a team member to get feedback on your application. However, this option is limited by staffing and time constraints.
What do I need before scheduling a one-on-one meeting?
You will need to complete a form to determine whether you're eligible. If you qualify, you may be asked to submit materials you'd like our team to review before your scheduled meeting.
Do you offer virtual meetings?
Yes, we host monthly virtual tours for candidates who have not applied yet. These meetings are typically 90 minutes. During the meeting, you will view a 10-minute video of our campus, meet current students, and learn more about our school and programs.
Who can attend these virtual meetings?
These virtual meetings are for prospective students. If you apply for the current cycle, you will not be admitted to the meeting.