Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Auburn Campus - VCOM-Auburn
Auburn, Alabama
Branch Campus
General Information
VCOM is a fully accredited osteopathic college with four campuses, one in Blacksburg, VA in a public/private collaboration with Virginia Tech; one in Auburn, AL in a public/private collaboration with Auburn University, one in Monroe, Louisiana in a public/private collaboration with ULM, and one in Spartanburg, SC where VCOM participates in "College Town" an ongoing group of colleges located in the community who work together for various student activities.
Students who apply to one ofVCOM's campuses are provided an option to be considered at other VCOM campuses in the secondary application, ranking their choice of campuses (rather than paying for 4 applications). VCOM is committed to the recruitment of students committed to their mission and a future of working with patients from medically underserved populations in the Appalachian and Delta region of the country. VCOM is also committed to meeting the primary care needs in the Southeastern United States.
Mission Statement
Closest City Auburn, AL
Campus Setting
SuburbanFacilities
The VCOM–Auburn campus includes a 100,000-square-foot academic facility, outdoor patios, a lake, and a walking path.
- The main facility offers two theater-style high-tech classrooms, a state-of the-art anatomy lab, 20 small-group rooms, 4 conference rooms, student lounges, food service, and a library. High-definition video projection and recording allows all presentations to be recorded and later displayed through VCOM TV for student review.
- The fourth floor houses the Center for Medical Simulation and Technology, which includes clinical medical procedural skills laboratories, simulated patient exam rooms with recording capability and EMR technology, and patient simulation laboratories, and high-tech mannequin simulators for pediatric, adult, and obstetrical procedural training.
- The osteopathic manipulation and physical examination lab provides electronic tables and high definition video monitoring to assure optimal education.
- The facility has an event center. Research laboratories are present on campus and in Auburn University. VCOM students also have access to many other resources from the University through their collaborative agreement.
Student Residence Options
COM Accreditation Status VCOM is accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA).
University Affiliation(s) VCOM-Carolinas, VCOM-Louisiana, VCOM-Virginia, collaborative agreement with Auburn University.
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2024-2025
Academic Year Enrollment
Total Medical School Enrollment
624
Total Male
275
Total Female
349
Total Other
0
First-Year Matriculants
162
First-Year Male Matriculants
72
First-Year Female Matriculants
90
First-Year Other Matriculants
0
Matriculants In-State
60
Matriculants Out-of-State
102
Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Asian
15.0%
Black/African American
4.1%
Hispanic/Latino
4,8%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
White
68.0%
Multiple Races
6.1%
Undisclosed
2.0%
Majors of First-Year Matriculants
Science Majors
88.4%
Non-Science Majors
11.6%
Graduate Degrees
12.9%

Overview
Private Institution
Non-Profit
VCOM-Carolinas, VCOM-Louisiana, VCOM-Virginia, collaborative agreement with Auburn University.
Institutional Affiliation
2014
Year Founded
Suburban
Campus Setting
Campus Contact
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Auburn Campus - VCOM-Auburn
Address
(334) 442-4000
Phone
Website
Admissions Office
Curricular Offerings
The curriculum at VCOM is innovative and modern. VCOM faculty recognizes that students learn in a variety of ways and prefer variety in the curriculum delivery. Students assimilate knowledge through instruction which is lecture based or through online modules, reading, small group learning and discussion, laboratory and computer-based student learning clinical tutorials, anatomy, and microbiology laboratory experiences, simulated clinical laboratory experiences, physical diagnosis laboratory experiences, and osteopathic manipulative medicine clinical laboratory experiences. Students begin inter-professional early clinical experiences one day per week in the later blocks of the second year and transition to predominately clinical experiences in the third and fourth year.
Preparatory/Postbaccalaureate Programs Offered
Bluefield College Masters of Arts in Biomedical Sciences – in partnership with VCOM
VCOM has partnered with Bluefield College to convert our Graduate Certificate Program into a Master of Arts in Biomedical Sciences.
For information on VCOM’s preparatory programs, visit https://www.vcom.edu/premedical_admissions
Special Programs
Rural and Medically Underserved Populations Outreach
As a part of the service-based curriculum and through multiple
outreach programs facilitated by the College, faculty and
students provide health care for medically underserved and
disadvantaged populations in Alabama. Students participate in
projects to improve the health and wellness of a community as a
part of their curriculum, as well as through their student
professional organization volunteer programs
Global Outreach
Embracing the one world – one health concept, VCOM faculty
and students also participate in providing global health outreach
programs in Honduras and the Dominican Republic. Students
benefit from the sharing of cultural experiences, medical
education, and public health practices that, in turn, improve the
health of the remote communities served. VCOM provides
sustainable year-round health clinics in both countries.
ONMM and Sports Medicine
VCOM students have the opportunity to learn these clinical skills
from renowned sports medicine faculty from the Auburn
University Athletics program.
Dual Degrees/Concurrent Programs Offered
DO with Research Distinction
For information visit https://www.vcom.edu/research/student-research-vcom/doresearch-distinction
Premedical Coursework
Courses below are shown as either Recommended or Required and, when applicable, include the number of semester hours needed.
Anatomy
RecommendedBiochemistry
RecommendedBiology/Zoology
Required4 semester hours
Chemistry (Inorganic)
Required6 semester hours
Chemistry (Organic)
Required6 semester hours
Genetics
RecommendedMicrobiology
RecommendedPhysics
Required6 semester hours
Physiology
RecommendedAdditional Science Courses
Additional required biomedical credits: 9 semester hours. See recommended courses.
College English
Required6 semester hours
Admissions
VCOM utilizes a rolling admissions process. The steps below outline our admissions process:
- Determine if you are a qualified applicant.
- Submit your application.
- Submit letters of recommendation.
- If invited, complete the secondary application.
- If invited, schedule your interview.
Interview Options: In-person interviews only
Physician letter required? N/A; no physician letter required
Virtual Shadowing Options? Will not require any shadowing
Accepts online coursework to fulfill prerequisite requirements? Yes, but only in certain circumstances
Accepts prerequisite coursework pass/fail grades? Yes, but only in certain circumstances
Will your institution waive MCAT exam requirements? No
Accepts online lab coursework? Yes, but only in certain circumstances
Primary Application Service: AACOMAS
Earliest Application Submission Date: May 5, 2025
Primary Application Deadline: April 10, 2026
Submission Timing for Best Consideration
First Year Class Matriculant's Selection Factors
VCOM seeks to admit the greater portion of the class from qualified applicants who grew up in or are based in North and South Carolina, followed by students from the southern Appalachian and Delta states; and traditionally medically underserved regions. (Target states for all VCOM campuses include Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia).
VCOM screens all AACOMAS applications within 2 to 3 weeks of receipt. Candidates who present a strong overall and science GPA in the last 90 hours are encouraged to apply. Students must have an acceptable MCAT score, however VCOM considers students from target states with a GPA >3.7 with lower but acceptable MCAT scores. VCOM will then invite students to complete a secondary application.
Completed applications are reviewed for academic preparedness, healthcare experience, volunteer outreach, fit with VCOM's mission, and commitment to osteopathic medicine. VCOM utilizes a rolling admissions process. Thus, candidates who submit an application early and return all required documents promptly will be at an advantage in the admissions process. VCOM recognizes, values and affirms that diversity contributes to the richness of the academic programs of the college.
International Students Accepted? Does Not Accept International Students
Permanent residents are considered, and a non-U.S. citizen is considered in rare occasions.Are Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) students considered for admissions? No
Application Interview Format: Traditional
Early Decision Program (EDP)
EDP Offered? Yes
Admissions EDP Available For
Both In-state and Out-of-State
EDP Application Due Date
June 15, 2025
EDP Supplemental Materials Due
July 15, 2025
EDP Applicants Notified
September 30, 2025
EDP Applications Submitted To AACOMAS
Supplemental Application
Supplemental Application Required? Yes
Supplemental applications are accepted on a rolling basis. In
addition to completing a secondary application, a letter of
recommendation from a premedical advisor or science faculty member
who has taught the applicant is required. If an applicant has worked
with a physician in their volunteer or previous work experience, then a
letter of recommendation from that physician is recommended.
Earliest Supplemental Application Submission Date: May 15, 2025
Supplemental Application Deadline: April 10, 2026
Supplemental Application Sent To: Screened Applicants
In order to be considered for a Secondary Application, candidates must present a competitive science GPA, overall GPA and MCAT score. (See VCOM’s website for more information.)Supplemental Application Fee: $30
Supplemental Application Fee Refundable? No
Supplemental Application Fee Waiver Available? Yes
AACOMAS Fee WaiverOrientation/Start Date for First Year Students
July 1, 2026
Deferred Entrance Requests Considered? Yes
Acceptance/deposit deadlines conform to the AACOMAS Traffic Guidelines Schedule? Yes
Osteopathic Medical College (COM) applicants may be asked to submit necessary matriculation documents, including a deposit, according to the following AACOMAS traffic guideline schedule:
- Those accepted prior to November 15 to have until December 14.
- Those accepted between November 15 and January 14 to have 30 days
- Those accepted between January 15 and April 30 to have 14 days.
- Those accepted on or after May 1 may be asked by the accepting COM for an immediate deposit.
- After May 1 of the year of matriculation, each COM has the discretion to implement COM-specific procedures for accepted students who hold one or more seats at other COMs.
Mean MCAT Score
501.8
Avg. Cum. Undergrad GPA Score
3.70
Oldest MCAT Considered: April 1, 2022
Latest MCAT Score Accepted: January 31, 2026
Accepted Sources for Letters of Recommendation
- AACOMAS
- Interfolio
- Paper
Main Admissions Contact
(334) 442-4025
Phone
Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid
2025-2026 Academic Year
In-State Tuition
$51,800
Out-of-State Tuition
$51,800
Annual Fees
In-State Resident Fees
$0
Out-of-State Resident Fees
$0
Health Insurance Fee
$0
Estimates, Deposits, and More
Estimated Annual Room Board, Books, and Living Costs
$27,539
Average Graduate Indebtedness
$215,565
Acceptance Deposit
$1,500
Additional Deposit
$0
Deposit Applied to Tuition? Yes
Deposit Refundable? No
Financial Aid Website https://www.vcom.edu/admissions/do-program-tuition-and-fees
Percent of Enrolled Students with Financial Aid 86%
Scholarships Offered? Yes
Annual Scholarship/Grant Per Student: $7,782