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Des Moines University   College of Osteopathic Medicine College of Osteopathic Medicine Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine 3200 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50312-4198 US   Phone: 1-515-271-1499 Fax: 1-515-271-7085   Visit Program Website At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Doctoral Osteopathic Medicine - D.O. On Campus   The College of Osteopathic Medicine provides educational excellence through its innovative curriculum based on the systems approach to medical education. Students learn in a welcoming and friendly environment that offers extensive practical experience in the clinical setting, one-on-one interaction with experienced educators and clinicians, and the opportunity to work together with classmates to realize individual goals. Averages for students entering in 2009: Overall GPA of 3.7 and a science GPA 3.66; MCAT score 27.03 with writing sample "O." Average age 25; range from early 20s to early 40s. Class size 221. Students come from all over the U.S. and several foreign countries. The College awards over $1.6 million in scholarships each year. The Global Health initiative offers international experience through medical missions and international rotations.     Accreditation Information: The College of Osteopathic Medicine is accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association. Des Moines University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.  # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees Bachelor's degree, any field.  Pre-Requisite Courses 8 hours biology/zoology with lab; 8 hours chemistry with lab; 8 hours organic chemistry with lab; 8 hours physics with lab OR 4 hours physics with lab and 3 hours statistics; 6 hours English, English composition, speech or literature; 3 hours biochemistry. Recommended courses: Cell biology, microbiology, immunology, physiology and anatomy.  International Student Requirements International students must meet all SEVIS requirements for studying in the U.S.. Students who have earned their undergraduate degree outside the United States are encouraged to spend at least one year studying in the U.S. prior to attending DMU.  Requirements Qualifying Exam: Other Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: 3.0 English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: No Clinical Internship: No   Work Experience Applicants must have exposure to medicine documented through a letter of recommendation from a health care provider.  Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements MCAT score no more than 3 years old; supplemental application; seat deposit ($1,000).    Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time:   # of Students Enrolled Part Time:   Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit:   Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:   Average Work Experience:   Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black:   Religious Affiliation:         Visit Program Website