If you are applying to medical school, you may be applying to both DO and MD schools. While the applications are relatively similar, there are a few differences in the character counts/limits for the DO application, including the character count TMDSAS limitation that applicants need to keep in mind while drafting their essays. It’s also important to note that the most meaningful activities AMCAS section is not applicable in AACOMAS applications. Here’s a quick guide that highlights the differences.
| Application | Personal Statement Character Limit | Activities Section | Most Meaningful Activities |
| MD (AMCAS) | 5300 characters (including spaces) | 700 characters (including spaces) | 3 can be selected as a “most meaningful activity.” You’ll have an additional 1325 characters for these |
| DO (AACOMAS) | 5300 characters (including spaces) | 600 characters (including spaces) | Not applicable |
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