Cooper Medical School of Rowan University: MCAT & Admissions

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Admissions statistics

Median MCAT: 515
MCAT range (25–75): 512–519
Median GPA: 3.91
GPA range (25–75): 3.84–3.96
Science GPA (est.): 3.89
Acceptance rate: 5.7%
Interview rate: 8.7%

Median MCAT by section (estimated)

Chem / Phys: 129
CARS: 128
Bio / Biochem: 129
Psych / Soc: 130

Section medians are projected from the total using the publicly published national section distribution (CARS runs lowest, Psych/Soc highest). Schools rarely publish their own per-section medians, so this is an estimate; real values are shown when we've sourced them.

Acceptance rate by residency Premier estimate

In-state applicants: ~12.0%
Out-of-state applicants: ~3.2%
Overall (reported): 5.7%

We split this school's overall acceptance rate into residency estimates using Premier's model of in-state vs. out-of-state selectivity and applicant mix, smoothed across schools. It reflects typical residency preference, not a guaranteed outcome — and it's an estimate, not an officially published in/out-of-state rate.

vs US MD matriculants: MCAT +3.2 (nat. 511.8), GPA +0.10 (nat. 3.81). MCAT 10/25/75/90 percentiles, median, and acceptance/interview rates are publicly sourced.

MCAT range by residency Premier estimate

My MCAT score see where you fall

Matriculants	10th	25th	75th	90th
Combined	506.9	509.9	516.1	519.1
In-state	509.1	512.3	519.1	521.8
Out-of-state	507.9	510.9	517.1	520.1

The box spans the 25th–75th percentile; the whiskers reach the 10th and 90th. We use this school's published 25–75 range as-is and model the hidden tails and the residency split, using its out-of-state share — calibrated across every US MD program and validated to within ~1.5 points of reported figures. Estimates are shown to one decimal. How this works.

Class profile

Entering class size: 98
Public / Private: Public
Setting: Not reported
% Out-of-state: 28%
Orientation: Service-oriented

Research vs. service orientation

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Service-oriented (28/100) — Service/community mission (Camden underserved, free clinic, 3-yr primary-care track); US News Primary Care Tier 2 > Research Tier 3; small joint MD/PhD, no MSTP

In-state vs. out-of-state class makeup

In-state

72%

Out-of-state

28%

Course exams

Core clerkship exams are NBME-standardized “shelf” subject exams — standardized nationally, so they're consistent across MD schools. Whether the preclinical years lean on in-house, NBME-based, or a mix of exams isn't something schools publish in one place — so we don't guess per school; confirm specifics with the school.

Cost & aid

In-state tuition

$50,680

Out-of-state tuition

$78,086

Cost of attendance: $86,799
Avg. graduate debt: Not reported
Secondary fee: Not reported
% receiving aid: Not reported

Tuition & cost of attendance verified against the school's official site (official source, 2026-2027 (cost); Class of 2029 / 2025 entering cycle (class profile)). Schools report "tuition" vs. "tuition & fees" differently and some (e.g. NYU Grossman, Kaiser early cohorts) award universal scholarships — always confirm on the official page. Debt & % receiving aid are compiled from publicly available figures.

Prerequisites & requirements

Typical for US MD programs — confirm this school's exact list.

Biology: 1 year with lab
General Chemistry: 1 year with lab
Organic Chemistry: 1 year with lab
Biochemistry: 1 semester (recommended/required)
Physics: 1 year with lab
English / writing: 1 year
Math / statistics: 1 semester–1 year (varies)
Psychology & Sociology: Recommended for the MCAT

Required tests

MCAT — required
CASPer: varies — verify with the school
AAMC PREview: not required

Letters of recommendation

A committee letter, or 3–5 individual letters
Typically 2 science faculty + 1 non-science
A letter from research/clinical mentors strengthens the file

Application timeline (AMCAS)

AMCAS opens

Early May

Submit primary (rolling — submit early)

Late May – June

Secondary applications

June – August

Interviews

August – March

Acceptances begin (rolling)

Oct 15 onward

Most US programs admit on a rolling basis — applying early materially helps.

What this school weighs

GPA & MCAT (academic readiness)
Clinical experience & shadowing
Research experience
Community service & volunteering
Letters of recommendation
Personal statement & secondary essays
Interview performance & mission fit
State residency (especially at public schools)

Secondary essay prompts (2024-2025)

⚠ Crowdsourced & anecdotal — secondary prompts change every cycle and may be incomplete. Always confirm on the school's own secondary application.

Please describe your anticipated educational, employment, volunteer, or other activities between completing your AMCAS application and matriculating to medical school. (1500 characters)
Tell us about something that makes you a unique applicant to CMSRU. How will CMSRU help you fulfill your mission? (1500 characters)
Medical school involves hard work and can be stressful at times. Tell us about activities that you use to help maintain a work-life balance and respond to stress. (1500 characters)
Please share with us something unique about your pathway to medical school, including any obstacles you may have faced. (1500 characters)

Interview

⚠ Anecdotal — based on applicant-reported experiences (e.g. SDN). Format and questions vary year to year; treat as a guide, not a script.

Format: Traditional

Historically a Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) format alongside a traditional one-on-one interview (about 2 interviews, ~34 minutes), conducted virtually. Applicants describe the atmosphere as welcoming and supportive, though some felt rushed.

Questions applicants report

How could you see yourself getting involved in the Camden community as a student at CMSRU?
What is the harshest feedback you've received and how did you respond?
Tell me about yourself.
What is one time you learned about another culture?
Can you tell us about an experience where people disagreed with what you did?
Tell us about a time you made a mistake and how you learned from it.

Key facts

Degree: MD
Type: Public
Location: New Jersey
Region: Northeast
Interview format: Traditional
Preclinical grading: Not reported
Licensing exam: USMLE
Oldest MCAT accepted: Within three years before matriculation (e.g., Jan 2023-Sep 2026 for Fall 2027 entry)
International applicants: Not considered
DACA applicants: Considered
Early Decision: Offered

Stats from the school's published class profile and publicly available national data. Tuition, debt, secondary fee, oldest-MCAT, PREview, interview format, and mission are compiled from publicly available figures. Prerequisite, timeline, and letter guidance is typical for US MD programs and may differ at this school. Some figures are being verified. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the AAMC.

Frequently Asked Questions

What MCAT score do I need for Cooper Rowan?

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University has a median MCAT of 515 (typical accepted range about 512–519). At or above the median is most competitive; below the 25th percentile (512) is a reach without other strengths.

What GPA does Cooper Rowan require?

The median accepted GPA is about 3.91 (roughly 3.84–3.96). There's no hard cutoff, but below the median you'll want to be strong elsewhere.

What are the prerequisites for Cooper Rowan?

Like most US MD programs, expect a year each of biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics (all with labs), biochemistry, and English, plus math/statistics. Psychology and sociology are recommended for the MCAT. Always confirm the school's exact list.

Is Cooper Rowan hard to get into?

Its acceptance rate is approximately 5.7% — competitive for US MD programs.

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