Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine - Noorda-COM
Provo, Utah
Main Campus
General Information
Mission Statement
Closest City Provo, UT
Campus Setting
SuburbanFacilities
The Noorda-COM campus, just minutes from downtown Provo, is nestled between Utah Lake and the Wasatch Mountains, and neighbors the Timpanogos Golf Club. The 140,000 sq. ft. Academic Center provides ample educational and study space, bathed in natural light with stunning mountain views.
Our unique facilities feature 70 learning pods, large classroom spaces, 18 OSCE rooms, simulation facilities, and a state-of-the-art anatomy lab, providing our students with the resources needed to become competent, confident, and compassionate osteopathic physicians. Meaningful and collaborative research experience is accomplished in conjunction with Brigham Young University (BYU), Utah Valley University (UVU), and Roseman University.
Student Residence Options
The Provo-Orem metropolitan area boasts apartments, townhomes, and houses for rent or purchase within a 15-minute drive to campus, many of which are accessible by public transportation. The Noorda-COM campus is conveniently located near many restaurants, shopping centers, and indoor/outdoor recreational opportunities.
Noorda-COM has a variety of resources to help students thrive:
- Free therapy; 24/7 support via phone, text, or video
- Fun events including recreational activities, craft nights, and an annual gala
- Community-building clubs, medical specialty interest groups, and chapters of national organizations
- Access to the Headspace app
- Academic support provided by Academic Success (i.e., time management, study strategies, etc.)
- Volunteer opportunities through clubs/orgs, community partners, and a local free health clinic.
COM Accreditation Status Accreditation
View the COCA Accreditation Standards for additional
information.
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2024-2025
Academic Year Enrollment
Total Medical School Enrollment
577
Total Male
324
Total Female
250
Total Other
3
First-Year Matriculants
193
First-Year Male Matriculants
105
First-Year Female Matriculants
88
First-Year Other Matriculants
0
Matriculants In-State
51
Matriculants Out-of-State
142
Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Asian
26.4%
Black/African American
4.1%
Hispanic/Latino
14.5%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0.5%
White
48.7%
Multiple Races
4.7%
Undisclosed
1.0%
Majors of First-Year Matriculants
Science Majors
79.8%
Non-Science Majors
20.2%
Graduate Degrees
16.6%
Overview
Private Institution
For Profit
2019
Year Founded
Suburban
Campus Setting
Campus Contact
Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine - Noorda-COM
Address
(385) 378-5201
Phone
Website
Admissions Office
Curricular Offerings
Our curriculum diverges significantly from traditional medical education. Our blended curricular model pioneers the integration of technology and directed personal guidance, putting students at the center of their medical education experiences. No scheduled classes. No large classroom lectures. The heart of our curriculum is faculty pre-recorded, short video segments covering defined learning objectives. Students engage with core content in small groups of about 3-6 people in on-campus learning pods and collaboratively accomplish required assignments.
Hands-on skills are a crucial competency for successful physicians. Students will have ample opportunity to work with interdisciplinary teams to simulate real healthcare delivery experiences. Discipline-specific clinical experiences are designed in collaboration with local and regional hospitals and clinics, utilizing similar asynchronous, learning objective-driven content.
Pre- and post-rotation instruction for core third-year rotations blend holographic, animated, and live patients with augmented or virtual reality and hands-on task trainers. Proficiencies essential to be a meaningful contributor to the healthcare team are emphasized. The goal and objective of our curricular model are to provide students every tool possible to be a successful clinician, maximizing their professional opportunities.
Clerkship/Clinical Rotations
At Noorda-COM, clinical education is designed to be both high-quality and personalized. Many of our clinical rotations take place in Central Utah, where students gain hands-on experience through strong community partnerships. Students can also explore rural training opportunities across the state, working with diverse patient populations in a variety of care settings. In addition to Utah-based experiences, Noorda-COM has clinical partners across the country, including an established cohort in Miami, Florida. These sites give students the chance to train in different healthcare environments and broaden their clinical perspective. Students work closely with our clinical education team, including deans, directors, and coordinators who focus specifically on rotations. This team helps students identify and pursue rotation opportunities that align with their goals, including opportunities beyond our established sites based on their interests.
Dual Degrees/Concurrent Programs Offered
DO/MBA
Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine and Utah Valley University have partnered to offer Noorda-COM students the opportunity to complete a Master of Business Administration with a Healthcare Leadership Concentration.
DO/MPH
Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine and the University of Nebraska Medical Center have partnered to offer Noorda-COM students the opportunity to complete a Master of Public Health degree. The program is fully online and can be adapted to student interests.
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
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Cell/Molecular Biology
RecommendedChemistry (Inorganic)
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Chemistry (Organic)
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Genetics
RecommendedImmunology
RecommendedMicrobiology
RecommendedPhysics
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Physiology
RecommendedAdditional Science Courses
Recommended:
- Biochemistry (may substitute one semester of Organic Chemistry)
- Histology
- Embryology
- Medical Terminology
Behavioral Sciences
Required6 semester hours
College English
Required3 semester hours
Math/Statistics
Required3 semester hours
Additional Non-Science Courses
Recommended: Philosophy
Admissions
Noorda-COM welcomes applicants from across the country who align with the mission, vision, and values of our institution. We encourage those who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to serving others to apply. Our admissions process takes a holistic approach, considering each applicant’s academic background, experiences, and personal attributes.
Selected applicants are invited to complete a secondary application in the form of a short video. This gives applicants an opportunity to share more about themselves with the Admissions Committee. A subset of applicants will then be invited to interview with Noorda-COM faculty and staff.
Final admissions decisions are communicated via email. Throughout the process, the Noorda-COM Admissions team is available to answer questions and support applicants at each step.
Interview Options: Option to interview virtually or in-person
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
Not to include independent study courseworkAccepts prerequisite coursework pass/fail grades? Yes, but only in certain circumstances
Courses impacted by COVID-19.Will your institution waive MCAT exam requirements? No
Accepts online lab coursework? Yes, but only in certain circumstances
Online lab coursework impacted by COVID-19 restrictions will be accepted;In-person labs strongly preferred.
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
International Students Accepted? Does Not Accept International Students
Are Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) students considered for admissions? No
Application Interview Format: Traditional
Early Decision Program (EDP)
EDP Offered? No
EDP Applications Submitted To Other
N/ASupplemental Application
Supplemental Application Required? Yes
A 5-8 minute video response to a standard set of questions A professional headshot A signed attestation of minimum technical standards A letter ofrecommendation is required from an academic source. (Additional letters of recommendation are happily accepted.) Secondary application fee.
Earliest Supplemental Application Submission Date: June 15, 2026
Supplemental Application Deadline: April 30, 2027
Supplemental Application Sent To: Screened Applicants
Secondary applications will be offered to applicants who best demonstrate a fit with the mission, vision, and values of Noorda-COM.Supplemental Application Fee: $60
Supplemental Application Fee Refundable? No
Supplemental Application Fee Waiver Available? Yes
Noorda-COM will waive supplemental fees for students who submit evidence of an AACOMAS fee waiver or the AAMC Fee Assistance Program (FAP).Orientation/Start Date for First Year Students
July 6, 2027
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
3.47
Oldest MCAT Considered: May 4, 2023
Latest MCAT Score Accepted: March 20, 2027
Accepted Sources for Letters of Recommendation
- AACOMAS
- Interfolio
Main Admissions Contact
Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid
2025-26 Academic Year
In-State Tuition
$71,210
Out-of-State Tuition
$71,210
Annual Fees
In-State Resident Fees
$2,635
Out-of-State Resident Fees
$2,635
Health Insurance Fee
$6,086
Tuition Fees Include
Estimates, Deposits, and More
Estimated Annual Room Board, Books, and Living Costs
$31,705
Average Graduate Indebtedness
$TBA
Acceptance Deposit
$400
Additional Deposit
$200 for Enrollment Fee
Deposit Applied to Tuition? Yes
Deposit Refundable? Yes
Deposits are non-refundable after a three-day cooling-off period.Financial Aid Website https://www.noorda.edu/tuition/
Percent of Enrolled Students with Financial Aid 87%
Scholarships Offered? Yes
Annual Scholarship/Grant Per Student: $45,651