Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine - Noorda-COM
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
A new apartment complex is planned for development and will be located adjacent to the Noorda-COM campus. The plans for the complex include childcare, entertainment, and dining options.
The Provo-Orem metropolitan area also 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.
COM Accreditation Status NoordaCOM has achieved Pre-Accreditation status. Graduates of Pre-Accredited COMs are eligible to receive the DO degree, participate in the Residency Match, enter all residency programs and achieve licensure in all 50 states.
View the COCA Accreditation Standards for additional
information.
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Entering Class 2022
Academic Year Enrollment
Total Medical School Enrollment
225
Total Male
129
Total Female
95
Total Other
1
Total Enrollment Affiliate Institutions
225
First-Year Matriculants
133
First-Year Male Matriculants
74
First-Year Female Matriculants
58
First-Year Other Matriculants
1
Matriculants In-State
57
Matriculants Out-of-State
76
Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity
American Indian/Alaska Native
0.0%
Asian
12.0%
Black/African American
1.5%
Hispanic/Latino
12.8%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0.8%
White
62.4%
Multiple Races
7.5%
Undisclosed
3.0%
Majors of First-Year Matriculants
Science Majors
80%
Non-Science Majors
20%
Graduate Degrees
23%
Overview
Private Institution
For Profit
2019
Year Founded
Suburban
Campus Setting
Main 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 3-8 people in on-campus learning pods and collaboratively accomplish required assignments. Groups schedule their own learning times, giving the students a great degree of flexibility.
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.
Dual Degrees/Concurrent Programs Offered
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 degree with an emphasis in healthcare administration.
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
Chemistry (Inorganic)
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Chemistry (Organic)
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Genetics
RecommendedImmunology
RecommendedPhysics
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Physiology
RecommendedAdditional Science Courses
Behavioral Sciences
Required6 semester hours
College English
Required6 semester hours
Math/Statistics
Required6 semester hours
Additional Non-Science Courses
Recommended: Psychology, Sociology, Philosophy
Admissions
Noorda-COM is seeking to recruit students from around the country who fulfill the mission, vision, and values of our organization. Students who display academic excellence, leadership qualities, and the inherent desire to help others are encouraged to apply. Our admissions team will be providing a holistic review of each applicant, taking into account all academic and extracurricular experiences.
In addition, selected applicants will be invited to complete a secondary application via a short video, allowing the Admissions Committee to get to know the applicant better. Finally, a select group of students will be invited to complete interviews with the faculty and staff at Noorda-COM. Students will be notified of final decisions via email. Throughout the admissions process, the Noorda-COM Admissions team will be available to provide guidance and answer applicant questions.
Interview Options: Option to interview virtually or in-person
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
Not to include independent study coursework.Accepts prerequisite coursework pass/fail grades? Yes
Courses impacted by COVID-19.Will your institution waive MCAT exam requirements? No
Accepts online lab coursework? Yes
Online lab coursework impacted by COVID-19 restrictions will be accepted;In-person labs strongly preferred.
Earliest Application Submission Date: May 4, 2023
Primary Application Deadline: March 1, 2024
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 AACOMAS
Supplemental Application
Supplemental Application Required? Yes
- Submission of a professional headshot and a short video answering a series of questions to determine fit with Noorda-COM’s mission and values.
- Letters of recommendation are required from the three (3) following sources:
- A healthcare source who is familiar with the applicant’s work in healthcare/with patients (preferably an osteopathic physician)
- A science faculty member who is familiar with the applicant’s academic work
- A premedical source. This could be an advisor’s letter, a composite evaluation, or evaluations from a committee. If a premed source is not available, a second science faculty letter or a letter from an employer may be substituted.
- Attestation to meeting ALL Minimum Technical Standards for Admission and Matriculation (please see Technical Standards Policy on website – https://www.noordacom.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Pre9.1-2-Technical-Standards.pdf)
Earliest Supplemental Application Submission Date: June 1, 2023
Supplemental Application Deadline: April 1, 2024
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: $100
Supplemental Application Fee Refundable? Yes
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).Earliest Acceptance Date
September 15, 2023
Latest Acceptance Date
July 26, 2024
Orientation/Start Date for First Year Students
July 17, 2024
Deferred Entrance Requests Considered? Yes
Deferral requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.Acceptance/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
504.4
Avg. Cum. Undergrad GPA Score
3.46
Oldest MCAT Considered: January 1, 2020
Accepted Sources for Letters of Recommendation
- AACOMAS
- Interfolio
Main Admissions Contact
Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid
The tuition and fees below are from the prior 2022-23 academic year and may have changed for this current application cycle. Please confirm the latest rates with the institution.
In-State Tuition
$57,500
Out-of-State Tuition
$57,500
Annual Fees
In-State Resident Fees
$2,989
Out-of-State Resident Fees
$2,989
Health Insurance Fee
$4,206
Tuition Fees Include
Estimates, Deposits, and More
Estimated Annual Room Board, Books, and Living Costs
$25,515
Average Graduate Indebtedness
N/A
Acceptance Deposit
$1,250
Additional Deposit
$750
Deposit Applied to Tuition? Yes
Deposit Refundable? Yes
Partially, as defined by Utah State law, please see catalog for more detailsFinancial Aid Website https://www.noordacom.org/tuition/
Percent of Enrolled Students with Financial Aid 0%
Scholarships Offered? Yes
Annual Scholarship/Grant Per Student: N/A