Check out our list of the medical schools in Arkansas to find median GPA and MCAT, and tuition rates to see if one of these schools is a good fit for you. Remember that you’ll use AMCAS to apply for an allopathic (MD) program and AACOMAS when applying for an osteopathic (DO) program.
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Medical Schools in Arkansas
| Medical School | Location | Median GPA | Median MCAT | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition | Program Type |
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine | Little Rock, AR | 3.87 | 508 | $67,438 | $99,608 | MD |
| Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (ARCOM) | Fort Smith, AR | 3.5 | 500 | $43,000 | $43,000 | DO |
| New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University (NYITCOM-Arkansas) | Jonesboro, AR | 3.68 | 506 | $68,000 | $68,000 | DO |
FAQ About Medical Schools in Arkansas
There are three medical schools in Arkansas.
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
- Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (ARCOM)
- New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University (NYITCOM-Arkansas)
There are 2 DO programs in Arkansas and 1 MD program.
The University of Arkansas for Medical science is ranked a tier 3 school for research by U.S. World and News report.
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