Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine - MU-COM
General Information
Located on 114 wooded acres six miles from downtown Indianapolis, Marian University is a Catholic University dedicated to excellent teaching and learning in the Franciscan and liberal arts traditions, with degree programs in the arts, sciences, business, education, osteopathic medicine and nursing.
The Sisters of St. Francis of Oldenburg, Indiana, continue to be Marian University’s sponsor. Our four core Franciscan values are:
- Dignity of the individual
- Peace and justice
- Reconciliation
- Responsible stewardship
On March 5, 2010, the Board of Trustees approved the development of the Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine. On July 24, 2010, the Marian University Bylaws were amended by the Board of Trustees to include the Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine. MU-COM’s inaugural class started in August 2013.
Mission Statement
The Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MU-COM) is a Catholic medical institution built on the inspired vision and values of our Franciscan heritage, and dedicated to preparing osteopathic physicians who are committed to the complete healing of individuals’ bodies, minds, and spirits. This institution is committed to serving the people of Indiana and to developing osteopathic physicians through research, service, and teaching.
In studying the osteopathic profession, Marian University’s leadership recognized very early that there would be substantial congruence between these Franciscan values and the tenets of osteopathic medicine, which were reaffirmed by the American Osteopathic Association’s House of Delegates in July 2008:
- The body is a unit; the person is a unit of body, mind, and spirit.
- The body is capable of self-regulation, self-healing, and health maintenance.
- Structure and function are reciprocally interrelated.
- Rational treatment is based upon an understanding of the basic principles of body unity, self-regulation, and the interrelationship of structure and function.
Closest City Indianapolis, IN; 16th largest city in the United States
Campus Setting
UrbanFacilities
Student Residence Options
COM Accreditation Status The Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) granted full accreditation to the Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine. MUCOM’s next site visit is scheduled for 2024.
University Affiliation(s) Marian University
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Entering Class 2022
Academic Year Enrollment
Total Medical School Enrollment
611
Total Male
268
Total Female
340
Total Enrollment Affiliate Institutions
3,965
First-Year Matriculants
162
First-Year Male Matriculants
48
First-Year Female Matriculants
104
First-Year Other Matriculants
0
Matriculants In-State
96
Matriculants Out-of-State
56
Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity
American Indian/Alaska Native
0.0%
Asian
15.1%
Black/African American
3.3%
Hispanic/Latino
5.9%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0.7%
White
67.1%
Multiple Races
3.9%
Undisclosed
2.0%
Majors of First-Year Matriculants
Science Majors
82%
Non-Science Majors
18%
Graduate Degrees
32%
Overview
Private Institution
Non-Profit
Marian University
Institutional Affiliation
2010
Year Founded
Urban
Campus Setting
Main Contact
Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine - MU-COM
Address
(317) 955-6183
Phone
Website
Admissions Office
Curricular Offerings
MU-COM’s goal is to create a quality professional education program emphasizing osteopathic training in primary care. MU-COM designed a curriculum that promotes and measures student competencies with an emphasis on osteopathic clinical services and public service activities provided to diverse populations of individuals and cultures, including the underprivileged and medically underserved.
The MU-COM curriculum is modeled after recommendations contained in the Carnegie Report 2010. Courses are system-based, with foundational clinical cases and group study. Students are exposed to clinical experiences in years one and two. The curriculum is competency based with student assessment of learning and skills. Biomedical science has a clinical basis. MU-COM faculty use the 2011 National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiner (NBOME)’s Fundamental Osteopathic Medical Competencies and critical elements in creating teaching materials.
There are seven areas that make up the CORE content of the third year—family medicine, internal medicine, surgery, obstetrics, pediatrics, emergency medicine, and psychiatry. Family medicine, emergency medicine, and internal medicine are eight weeks and all the others are four-week rotations. Family medicine and emergency medicine have been split into a third– and a fourth–year rotation. Radiology has been included as a skill set, along with ortho/sports medicine.
In the fourth year, there are some required rotations that emphasize the primary care aspects of the curriculum. The rotations expose students to the practice of medicine outside of an urban setting. There are required rotations in rural medicine and critical access hospitals which will be linked for a total of eight weeks, and the fourth–year component to family medicine and emergency medicine as well as a Public Health rotation. For the remainder of the fourth year the student has been given the opportunity to work with faculty to develop his/her own interests with an eye toward doing interview rotations with residency programs.
Preparatory/Postbaccalaurete Programs Offered
Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences
The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences degree includes two tracks for students to choose from. With the one-year track, students have the opportunity to enhance their medical or professional school applications by completing graduate science courses (similar to the first year of medical school.)
With the two-year curriculum, students who wish to pursue a career in the life/biomedical sciences field or in research laboratories can gain the skills and credentials needed to do so. Courses are taught by Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MU-COM) faculty, giving students an opportunity to learn and work with professors who have shared research interests. This allows students to grow academically in an environment focused on the biomedical and life sciences.
Dual Degrees/Concurrent Programs Offered
Premedical Coursework
Courses below are shown as either Recommended or Required and, when applicable, include the number of semester hours needed.
Anatomy
RecommendedBiochemistry
Required3 semester hours
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
Using a holistic philosophy, the admissions team will review application materials to see how an applicant's characteristics and interests align with MU-COM's mission. Applicants who meet our minimum academic requirements will be sent an invitation and instructions on how to complete our supplemental application. Once receiving a supplemental application and related application materials, an applicant's file is complete.
Interview Options: Virtual interviews only
Physician letter required? N/A; no physician letter required
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? No
Accepts online lab coursework? Yes
Primary Application Service: AACOMAS
Earliest Application Submission Date: May 4, 2023
Primary Application Deadline: February 1, 2024
Submission Timing for Best Consideration
First Year Class Matriculant's Selection Factors
Marian University does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, age, or disability in the recruiting and selection of students for admission.
MU-COM uses a holistic admissions process, seeking to admit students who have characteristics and interests that align with our mission. There are a number of factors influencing admissions decisions including MCAT scores, science GPA, overall GPA, personal accomplishments, future career interests, and other factors which play a role in the selection process.
MU-COM attracts high quality students each year. Each admitted COM student reflects the diversity of accomplishments, talents, interests and backgrounds valued by MU-COM. They also demonstrate academic excellence. A bachelor’s degree and the MCAT are required for admission. The Admissions Committee evaluates applicants on a number of criteria, ranging from academic records and test scores to commitment toward osteopathic medicine and service.
International Students Accepted? Accepts International Students
MU-COM has attracted students from all over the world and will continue to enroll students from outside the United States. International applicants must meet particular conditions for admittance and enrollment including transcript evaluation, English language requirements, and financial resources documentation for MU-COM. Undergraduate course work taken at a foreign institution must be evaluated for United States institution equivalence. International course work must be evaluated by any one of several services designated by AACOMAS for this purpose.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
July 15, 2023
EDP Supplemental Materials Due
August 15, 2023
EDP Applicants Notified
September 27, 2023
Supplemental Application
Supplemental Application Required? Yes
There are multiple short answer questions as well as yes/no questions. The supplemental application requires a fee of $100. MU-COM does accept fee waivers for the supplemental application if the applicant qualified for an AACOMAS application fee waiver.Earliest Supplemental Application Submission Date: May 25, 2023
Supplemental Application Deadline: March 1, 2024
Supplemental Application Sent To: Screened Applicants
MCAT score of 494 or higher and a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher.Supplemental Application Fee: $100
Supplemental Application Fee Refundable? No
Supplemental Application Fee Waiver Available? Yes
If granted a fee waiver via AACOM, MU-COM will honor the waiver for the supplemental application. Applicants will upload a PDF of their AACOM fee waiver to the supplemental application.Earliest Acceptance Date
September 6, 2023
Latest Acceptance Date
July 29, 2024
Orientation/Start Date for First Year Students
July 29, 2024
Deferred Entrance Requests Considered? Yes
On a case-by-case basisAcceptance/deposit deadlines conform to the AACOMAS Traffic Guidelines Schedule? Yes
Applicants will be requested to submit necessary matriculation documents, including a deposit, according to the following AACOMAS Traffic Guidelines schedule:
- Those accepted prior to November 15 will have until December 14
- Those accepted between November 15 and January 14 will have 30 days
- Those accepted between January 15 and April 30 will 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
504.1
Avg. Cum. Undergrad GPA Score
3.70
Oldest MCAT Considered: January 1, 2021
Accepted Sources for Letters of Recommendation
- AACOMAS
- Interfolio
Main Admissions Contact
(317) 955-6187
Phone
Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid
2023-2024 Academic Year
In-State Tuition
$57,000
Out-of-State Tuition
$57,000
Annual Fees
In-State Resident Fees
$0
Out-of-State Resident Fees
$0
Health Insurance Fee
$3,766
Tuition Fees Include
Estimates, Deposits, and More
Estimated Annual Room Board, Books, and Living Costs
$85,591
Average Graduate Indebtedness
$254,000
Acceptance Deposit
$750
Additional Deposit
$500
Deposit Applied to Tuition? Yes
Deposit Refundable? No
Financial Aid Website https://www.marian.edu/osteopathic-medical-school/financial-aid
Percent of Enrolled Students with Financial Aid 76%
Scholarships Offered? Yes
Annual Scholarship/Grant Per Student: $19,561