Admissions FAQ

Review the steps on our How to Apply page. 

It’s recommended that you apply a year before you plan to start. While a bachelor's degree is required before enrollment, it is not required to apply. Review TMDSAS deadlines and SHSU-COM requirements.

We prefer a Health Professions Committee Packet or Evaluation (HPCP/HPE). If that’s unavailable, we’ll accept at least three letters from faculty, physicians, supervisors, or mentors who can speak to your academic performance and commitment to healthcare.

Yes. Invitations are based on a holistic review of your full application. Interviews are held between July and December (sometimes into January).

Interview Day includes two face-to-face interviews and a written assessment. These may be in person or virtual. Details are provided once you receive an invitation to interview.

We encourage you to review the How to Apply page again for insights and tips before reapplying.

SHSU-COM is one of the most affordable osteopathic medical schools for Texas residents. Visit our Financial Aid website and select "Osteopathic Medical" to view the estimated cost of attendance. Learn more about student debt data.

SHSU-COM follows the TMDSAS Match process (click the link to learn more). 

SHSU-COM uses rolling admissions after the TMDSAS Match. Seats are filled continuously as they become available.

SHSU-COM uses a holistic review. We do not have minimum GPA or MCAT cutoffs. Review the full process on the How to Apply page.

Every part of the application is considered equally: academic metrics, life experiences, service, cultural awareness, motivation, and alignment with SHSU-COM’s mission.

Students are required to complete core rotations in surgery, medicine, pediatrics, psychiatry, OB/GYN, emergency medicine, rural health, and electives in years 3 and 4. View full details on the Curriculum page.

Selectives are aligned with our curriculum. Electives offer broader options and allow students to create custom learning experiences, including non-clinical and specialty tracks.

An updated list of SHSU-COM’s clinical affiliates is available on the Clinical Education page.

Only updates made through TMDSAS are accepted. SHSU-COM does not accept external documents or letters outside of that platform.

Yes. SHSU-COM is formula funded and eligible for the Hazlewood Act Waiver. Visit the Veterans & Military Connected Center for more details.