Kansas Health Science University-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine - KansasCOM
Wichita, Kansas
Main Campus
General Information
Mission Statement
The Mission of the Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine is to train the osteopathic physician of the future to provide effective, empathic, and innovative care to optimize the health of patients and their communities.
Closest City Wichita, KS
Campus Setting
UrbanFacilities
KansasCOM is centrally located in the heart of Wichita, Kansas’ largest city and a thriving, diverse center of culture and industry. Our 116,000-square-foot college of osteopathic medicine and research center provides a modern space equipped with the latest technology to deliver high-quality medical education.
Our campus features a two-story main lecture hall and a second lecture hall both designed to accommodate an interactive learning environment, as well as an Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) lab where the hands-on approach of our education model comes alive. The Research space at KansasCOM offers several offices for research faculty, as well as a classroom that supports technology to host guests virtually from our partners across the Kansas Education and Research Network (KERN).
The 22,000 square foot Simulation Center features both inpatient and outpatient wings. The inpatient wing features six highly functional inpatient hospital rooms equipped with high-fidelity, full-body manikins while the outpatient wing features the Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE) Suite with 12 exam rooms equipped with A/V recording devices, a control room, a debriefing and meeting room, student and standardized patient (SP) check-in, and SP lounge. Also found in the Simulation Center is a 3D Printer where interested students are introduced to the basic concepts of 3D printing and research to learn and conceptualize all of the ways this technology will be used in the future of medicine.
The Anatomy Lab comes outfitted with the latest medical technology such as Microsoft HoloLens augmented-reality headsets, Visible Human Dissector and other virtual anatomy platforms. Additionally, KansasCOM utilizes high-quality plastinated cadaver specimens to deepen students understanding of human anatomy.
Students will also gain exposure to Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) through a curriculum that uses freestanding GE HealthCare ultrasound machines, Butterfly ultrasound wands with accompanying iPads, and other Butterfly ultrasound offerings, including access to the Butterfly Academy education site and cloud storage. Additionally, students will have access to 27 group study rooms, lounge and collaboration spaces, podcast studio, a market cafe with grab-and-go options and complimentary coffee, as well as a virtual library.
Plans and fundraising are underway to develop a biomedical science laboratory on campus to enhance institutional research capabilities. The interdisciplinary space will support research in pathology, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, and more, providing large workstations, hoods, and water hookups.
Student Residence Options
Opportunities for social engagement are important aspects of any academic environment. KansasCOM aims to create as many of these opportunities as possible while balancing the needs of a medical student's unique schedule. Elected by the student body, Student Government Association (SGA) provides an opportunity for students to serve as the primary liaison between the student body and administration at KansasCOM, with representative and officer positions available for each class.
More than 20 student organizations at KansasCOM offer a variety of opportunities for leadership development, career exploration, community service, education, professional networking, and recreation. Most fall into one of two categories: Student Government Association (SGA) chartered organizations or special interest groups.
Support Services Provided:
Through our Office of Learning Enhancement, KansasCOM offers academic support, including workshops, tutoring services free of charge, board exam preparations, course remediation, course reviews, and one-on-one academic counseling. Students are encouraged to seek this support proactively and to recognize needs as they arise, ultimately setting themselves up for academic success.
KansasCOM students have access to expert advice to help identify and achieve their goals. The Office of Career Services provides a variety of resources for students, including assistance with:
- Specialty Selection
- CV Development
- Residency Application Process
- Interview Skill Development
Students also have full access to Careers in Medicine, a career-focused online tool that provides a wealth of medical career information.
To help our students manage the stress they may experience during their academic journey, we have established mental health resources on and off campus. Students may be seen free of charge by a licensed professional on campus from 8am to 5pm. Students can also call ComPsych 24 hours a day, seven days a week to access mental health services in all 50 states.
Service Opportunities:
Community is at the core of who we are. KansasCOM students invest themselves in a variety of community services projects across the greater Wichita area focusing on underrepresented populations, starting week one of Orientation. Volunteer opportunities are available through the Office of Student Affairs and Services.
The Kansas Health Science University – Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine has been granted Accreditation with Warning by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) and is authorized to confer the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree to its graduates. To learn more about our accreditation, visit https://kansascom.kansashsu.org/about/accreditation/.
University Affiliation(s) KansasCOM is a college within Kansas Health Science University.
It is also a member of The Community Solution Education System, an integrated, nonprofit higher education network focused on advancing institutional sustainability, student success, and community impact.
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2024-2025
Academic Year Enrollment
Total Medical School Enrollment
399
Total Male
189
Total Female
206
Total Other
4
First-Year Matriculants
176
First-Year Male Matriculants
62
First-Year Female Matriculants
114
First-Year Other Matriculants
0
Matriculants In-State
25
Matriculants Out-of-State
151
Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity
American Indian/Alaska Native
0.6%
Asian
32.4%
Black/African American
8.5%
Hispanic/Latino
11.9%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
White
38.1%
Multiple Races
5.7%
Undisclosed
2.8%
Majors of First-Year Matriculants
Science Majors
81.3%
Non-Science Majors
18.8%
Graduate Degrees
17.0%
Overview
Private Institution
Non-Profit
KansasCOM is a college within Kansas Health Science University.
Institutional Affiliation
2021
Year Founded
Urban
Campus Setting
Campus Contact
Kansas Health Science University-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine - KansasCOM
Address
(316) 315-5660
Phone
Website
Admissions Office
Curricular Offerings
Collectively, the curriculum at KansasCOM successfully develops adult learners into competent physicians who not only have a holistic, knowledgeable, and empathic approach to patients, but who can also successfully navigate the complexities of modern healthcare.
Clerkship/Clinical Rotations
In their third and fourth years, KansasCOM students put the art and science of medicine into practice through immersive clinical training with real patients across a wide range of healthcare settings. Working alongside experienced physician preceptors in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare systems, students develop the clinical skills, professional judgment, and confidence needed to excel in residency and beyond.
KansasCOM offers students two distinct clinical education pathways, allowing them to choose the experience that best aligns with their learning style and career goals.
Core Site Pathway
Students remain primarily within a single hospital system throughout their third year. This model allows students to build strong relationships with physicians, healthcare teams, and patients while gaining continuity in their clinical training. Remaining at one core site also provides opportunities for deeper exposure to specialties and subspecialties of interest.
Distributed Clinical Rotation Pathway
Students rotate through multiple hospitals, clinics, and healthcare environments throughout their third year. This pathway offers broad exposure to different healthcare systems, patient populations, and practice settings, including valuable experience in rural and underserved communities. Students benefit from a highly individualized clinical experience and a diverse perspective on patient care.
During the third year, students complete nine required core clerkships, along with an elective rotation and a dedicated COMLEX preparation block. Each clerkship includes a one-week on-ramp/off-ramp experience followed by a four-week clinical rotation. These structured transition weeks combine didactic and practical learning experiences—delivered both in person, when possible, and virtually—to help students prepare for success in each rotation and maximize their clinical learning.
Clinical training opportunities are available throughout Wichita, across Kansas, and at select sites in states including Missouri, California, Florida, Illinois, Arizona, Michigan, and others. Students gain experience in both urban and rural settings, developing an understanding of the unique healthcare needs of diverse communities and patient populations.
In the fourth year, students enjoy increased flexibility to customize their clinical education based on their interests and career aspirations. Students may pursue elective rotations in specialty areas, explore potential residency pathways, and participate in sub-internships (often called audition rotations), where they function at the level of an intern. These advanced experiences allow students to demonstrate their abilities to residency programs while determining which training environments and cultures are the best fit for their future careers.
Whether students choose the continuity of a core hospital site or the variety of a distributed model, KansasCOM's clinical education program is designed to provide meaningful patient experiences, personalized learning opportunities, and the preparation needed to become a skilled, compassionate osteopathic physician.
Preparatory/Postbaccalaureate Programs Offered
None offered.
Premedical Coursework
Courses below are shown as either Recommended or Required and, when applicable, include the number of semester hours needed.
Anatomy
Required With Lab4 semester hours
Biochemistry
Required3 semester hours (With or Without Lab)
Biology/Zoology
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Chemistry (Inorganic)
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Chemistry (Organic)
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Genetics
RecommendedImmunology
RecommendedPhysics
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Physiology
RecommendedBehavioral Sciences
Required6 semester hours
College English
Required6 semester hours
Admissions
KansasCOM seeks applicants who have demonstrated academic success in the classroom and commitment to the medical profession through their clinical experiences. Strong applicants will also have demonstrated examples of professionalism, empathy, and compassion through their service and leadership experiences.
KansasCOM operates on a rolling admissions basis. Once coursework and official MCAT score(s) are verified by AACOMAS, qualified applicants will be invited to complete a Secondary Application.
Secondary applications, letters of recommendation, and the primary application are reviewed to determine if an applicant will be invited to an interview.
Interview Options: Virtual interviews only
Physician letter required? MD or DO
Virtual Shadowing Options? Will accept EITHER virtual or in-person shadowing
Accepts online coursework to fulfill prerequisite requirements? Yes
Accepts prerequisite coursework pass/fail grades? Yes
Will your institution waive MCAT exam requirements? Yes, but only in certain circumstances
Applicants who are applying for the 3+4 Partner Program through our partner colleges will have the MCAT requirement waived.Accepts online lab coursework? Yes
Primary Application Service: AACOMAS
Earliest Application Submission Date: May 4, 2026
Primary Application Deadline: April 30, 2027
Submission Timing for Best Consideration
First Year Class Matriculant's Selection Factors
Admission requirements include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, MCAT completion, letters of recommendation, and completed prerequisite coursework in anatomy, biochemistry, general and organic chemistry, biology, physics, social/behavioral sciences, and English composition or literature. We’re also looking for academic success, leadership abilities, community involvement, and exposure to the field of health care.
International Students Accepted? Does Not Accept International Students
Are Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) students considered for admissions? No
Application Interview Format: See Below
Early Decision Program (EDP)
EDP Offered? Yes
Admissions EDP Available For
In-State
EDP Application Due Date
January 15, 2027
EDP Supplemental Materials Due
February 15, 2027
EDP Applicants Notified
April 15, 2027
EDP Applications Submitted To Other
KansasCOM has established early acceptance programs (3+4 Partner Program) with specific regional universities that offer exceptional pre-medical programs. Eligible students from these programs will be interviewed by their respective pre-medical or pre-health professions committees to ensure that they are prepared for the rigors of the program and its requirements.
Recommendations will then be made by pre-med faculty and health professions advisors to the Director of Admissions at KansasCOM. Applications for the program will be provided to students by their pre-health advisor at their undergraduate school. Selected students will then be invited to interview with the medical school.
Affiliated Institutions:
- Friends University
- Kansas Wesleyan University
- Newman University
- Fort Hays State University
- Southwestern College
- Wichita State University
- Rockhurst University
- Hesston College
Supplemental Application
Supplemental Application Required? Yes
Once KansasCOM has received an applicant's verified AACOMAS primary application, applicants are eligible for review as long as a valid MCAT score is on file in the application.Earliest Supplemental Application Submission Date: June 1, 2026
Supplemental Application Deadline: May 15, 2027
Supplemental Application Fee: $50
Supplemental Application Fee Refundable? No
Supplemental Application Fee Waiver Available? Yes
Applicants who have received an AACOMAS fee waiver shown on their application will be granted secondary fee waivers at KansasCOM. We are also able to waive the fee if the applicant has been granted the AAMC Fee waiver, however, you must reach out to our office to provide this documentation and request to have the fee waived.
Orientation/Start Date for First Year Students
July 19, 2027
Deferred Entrance Requests Considered? Yes
Deferral requests must be submitted to the Office of Admissions, in writing. Once received, the request will be reviewed, and a decision made.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 for an immediate deposit.
- After May 1 of the year of matriculation, each medical college may implement college-specific procedures for accepted students who hold one or more seats at other medical colleges.
Mean MCAT Score
496.9
Avg. Cum. Undergrad GPA Score
3.53
Oldest MCAT Considered: January 1, 2024
Latest MCAT Score Accepted: March 31, 2027
Accepted Sources for Letters of Recommendation
- AACOMAS
- Interfolio
Main Admissions Contact
(316) 315-5660
Phone
Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid
2026-2027 Academic Year
In-State Tuition
$61,754
Out-of-State Tuition
$61,754
Annual Fees
In-State Resident Fees
$3,000
Out-of-State Resident Fees
$3,000
Health Insurance Fee
$4,751
Tuition Fees Include
Estimates, Deposits, and More
Estimated Annual Room Board, Books, and Living Costs
$34,231
Average Graduate Indebtedness
N/A
Acceptance Deposit
$2,000
Additional Deposit
$0
Deposit Applied to Tuition? Yes
Deposit Refundable? No
Financial Aid Website https://kansascom.kansashsc.org/admissions/financial-aid/
Percent of Enrolled Students with Financial Aid TBA%
Scholarships Offered? Yes
Annual Scholarship/Grant Per Student: $TBA