Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine - TUCOM
General Information
Established in 1997, TUCOM California is training the doctors this nation needs to achieve a healthy future. The curricular emphasis on primary care, inter-professionalism, healthcare disparities, disease prevention, and public health prepares our graduates exceptionally well for contemporary medical practice.
At a time when many universities are graduating doctors in specialized medicine, Touro continues to remain in the top echelon of those graduating new physicians choosing a career in primary care. The comprehensive, challenging curriculum ensures students will gain a solid foundation in basic science and clinical practice that will enable them a gratifying career whether they choose primary care or specialty medicine.
Our students learn osteopathic medical manipulation from faculty clinicians who are widely respected as leaders in their discipline. Faculty scholars mentor students in laboratory research, which impacts patient care and the health of families and communities. Our graduates attain highly-coveted, competitive residency positions from primary care to medical and surgical sub-specialties, while our alumni continue to distinguish themselves in their practices from coast to coast.
Institutional Affiliation
The Touro College and University System is comprised of Jewish-sponsored non-profit institutions of higher and professional education. Touro College was chartered in 1970 primarily to enrich the Jewish heritage, and to serve the larger American community.
Approximately 19,000 students are currently enrolled in its various schools and divisions. Touro College has branch campuses, locations and instructional sites in the New York area, as well as branch campuses and programs in Berlin, Jerusalem, Moscow, Paris, and Florida. Touro University California and its Nevada branch campus, as well as Touro College Los Angeles and Touro University Worldwide, are separately accredited institutions within the Touro College and University System.
Branch Campuses
Branch Campuses may have programs and administrative oversight distinct from the main campus. Apply via the branch campus' application.
Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine - TUNCOM
Affiliation
Address
Campus Setting
Website https://tun.touro.edu/
Phone
Mission Statement
Closest City Located on Mare Island, in the city of Vallejo, the TUCOM California campus is in the Northern part of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Campus Setting
SuburbanFacilities
Student Residence Options
Graduate school can be quite challenging, but it can be fun and fulfilling, as well. Touro is home to several student groups and activities both on and off campus that make your time here as enjoyable and enriching as possible. From professional clubs that help expand networking to recreational clubs to help take some of the stress of student life away, there's something for everyone at Touro!
The Office of Student Activities (OSA) helps create an environment that is conducive to student leadership, self-discovery, and growth. We strive to create opportunities outside of the classroom for engagement with students, faculty, and staff.
COM Accreditation Status TUCOM California is fully accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA). Touro University California is fully accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
University Affiliation(s) Touro College and University System; Touro University Nevada
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2023-2024
Academic Year Enrollment
Total Medical School Enrollment
534
Total Male
232
Total Female
295
Total Other
7
Total Enrollment Affiliate Institutions
1,400
First-Year Matriculants
133
First-Year Male Matriculants
59
First-Year Female Matriculants
72
First-Year Other Matriculants
2
Matriculants In-State
116
Matriculants Out-of-State
17
Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity
American Indian/Alaska Native
0.0%
Asian
61.7%
Black/African American
1.5%
Hispanic/Latino
2.3%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0.0%
White
29.3%
Multiple Races
1.5%
Undisclosed
3.8%
Majors of First-Year Matriculants
Science Majors
87.7%
Non-Science Majors
12.3%
Graduate Degrees
9.0%
Overview
Private Institution
Non-Profit
Touro College and University System; Touro University Nevada
Institutional Affiliation
1997
Year Founded
Suburban
Campus Setting
Campus Contact
Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine - TUCOM
Address
(707) 638-5200
Phone
Website
Admissions Office
Curricular Offerings
Our didactic (pre-clinical) curriculum is system based, integrated, and competencies driven, which means you are prepared to “do” things and not just “know” things. Topics are presented in a modular, team-based learning format. Learning groups of approximately six students spend two-to-three weeks on each module followed by a comprehensive exam. Osteopathic practice and theory are woven throughout our didactic curriculum.
Our clinical curriculum is designed so that students are exposed to a mix of experiences at both teaching and regional/community hospitals. Third year rotation schedules are generally assigned with approximately 90 percent of our students securing their first or second core hospital choices. Fourth-year rotation schedules are designed by the student, which allows for greater flexibility for audition rotations, board preparation, and residency interviews.
For additional information regarding our curriculum, please refer to http://com.tu.edu/academics/do.html
Preparatory/Postbaccalaureate Programs Offered
Master of Science in Medical Health Sciences
This program is designed to enrich a student’s academic knowledge base as
well as to strengthen a prospective medical student’s credentials for admission to medical school. This one-year program consists of a rigorous graduate curriculum in the basic medical sciences and a semester-long research internship course.
Master of Public Health
The Master of Public Health degree program can provide prospective medical school applicants the ability
to add depth to their application portfolio. Public Health education complements osteopathic medicine philosophies and can lay the groundwork for future physicians to transition into the public policy and health administration sectors.
Special Programs
Global Health Program
The Touro University Program in Global Health grounds teaching of global health in the
complex realities of local communities and health service institutions through an integrated curriculum of case-based courses, research apprenticeships, elective rotations, summer internships, and clinical and public health practicum.
WARM (Wellness, Academic Achievement, Resilience, Mindfulness) Program
Medical education must shift its paradigm from solely focusing on high academic performance to also creating a well-rounded medical student, honing
in on personal and professional growth. The osteopathic philosophy emphasizes the unity of mind, body, spirit, as well as utilizing the concept of health promotion. While osteopathic education focuses on patient care, there has been
a lack of attention placed onto student wellness and development. The WARM curriculum is responding to the shortcomings in the medical education with interrelated adjunctive learning opportunities to grow within the four
aspects of WARM.
Dual Degrees/Concurrent Programs Offered
DO/MPH
The Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)/Master of Public Health (MPH) Dual Degree at Touro University California trains students concurrently enrolled in the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM ) to assume leadership roles in population-based care and to incorporate prevention in their clinical practices. The discipline of osteopathic medicine—with its traditional emphasis on treating the whole person, education, and prevention—is particularly well-suited to complement public health in its mission to improve knowledge and change behavior and environments on a large scale. Our dual degree curriculum is designed so that both degrees can be completed during the four-year medical school education window.
Premedical Coursework
Courses below are shown as either Recommended or Required and, when applicable, include the number of semester hours needed.
Biochemistry
RecommendedBiology/Zoology
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Chemistry (Inorganic)
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Chemistry (Organic)
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Physics
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Behavioral Sciences
Required4 semester hours
College English
Required4 semester hours
Math/Statistics
Required4 semester hours
Admissions
Candidates are screened several times during the admissions process. The first screening, which occurs when the AACOMAS application has been submitted, is designed to verify that candidates have satisfied our published minimum academic requirements. Subsequent screenings, which focus on more holistic criteria, are used to determine interview eligibility and, ultimately eligibility for acceptance into the program
Interview Options: Virtual 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
Accepts prerequisite coursework pass/fail grades? Yes
Will your institution waive MCAT exam requirements? No
Accepts online lab coursework? Yes
Earliest Application Submission Date: May 6, 2024
Primary Application Deadline: March 15, 2025
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? Yes
Individuals who have met all application requirements and permanently reside in the United States at the time of application, inclusive of DACA recipients, are permitted to apply and matriculate at Touro University California. Currently, TUC does not accept international students. Eligibility for Federal Financial Aid is limited to US Citizens and US Permanent Residents. Candidates applying without US Citizenship or Permanent Residency are strongly encouraged to explore financing options before proceeding with the application process.Application Interview Format: See Below
TUCOM California employs a panel style, group interview format. Five to six candidates will be interviewed together by one clinician, one basic science faculty member, and one second-year medical student. Interviews are open file and will last approximately one hour. Interviewers have access to all materials submitted by the candidate at least five days prior to the interview.Early Decision Program (EDP)
EDP Offered? No
Admissions EDP Available For
Both In-state and Out-of-State
EDP Application Due Date
June 15, 2023
EDP Supplemental Materials Due
July 15, 2023
EDP Applicants Notified
September 12, 2023
EDP Applications Submitted To AACOMAS
Supplemental Application
Supplemental Application Required? Yes
Only applicants who meet our minimum posted requirements will be invited to submit a supplemental application. For details, please visit https://tu.edu/programs/osteopathic-medicine/admissions/.Earliest Supplemental Application Submission Date: June 1, 2024
Supplemental Application Deadline: April 15, 2025
Supplemental Application Sent To: Screened Applicants
Only applicants who meet our minimum posted requirements will be invited to submit a supplemental application. For details, please visit https://tu.edu/programs/osteopathic-medicine/admissions/.Supplemental Application Fee: $100
Supplemental Application Fee Refundable? No
Supplemental Application Fee Waiver Available? Yes
Fee waivers will be provided to any applicant who receives an AACOMAS application fee waiver. The process is not automatic. To request a fee waiver, applicants must forward a copy of their AACOMAS fee waiver email to tuc.admit@touro.edu.Earliest Acceptance Date
September 1, 2024
Latest Acceptance Date
August 1, 2025
Orientation/Start Date for First Year Students
August 1, 2025
Deferred Entrance Requests Considered? Yes
Petitions to defer are reviewed on a case by case basis and approval is not automatic. Deferrals are typically approved for very limited reasons. Contact the Office of Admissions for details.A non-refundable, non-transferable acceptance deposit of $2,000 is due within two weeks of the date on the letter of acceptance.
Mean MCAT Score
507.3
Avg. Cum. Undergrad GPA Score
3.56
Oldest MCAT Considered: January 1, 2021
Latest MCAT Score Accepted: February 1, 2025
Accepted Sources for Letters of Recommendation
- AACOMAS
- Interfolio
- Paper
Main Admissions Contact
(707) 638-5200
Phone
Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid
2024-2025 academic year
In-State Tuition
$63,400
Out-of-State Tuition
$63,400
Annual Fees
In-State Resident Fees
$510
Out-of-State Resident Fees
$510
Health Insurance Fee
$4,188
Tuition Fees Include
Estimates, Deposits, and More
Estimated Annual Room Board, Books, and Living Costs
$21,472
Average Graduate Indebtedness
$287,356
Acceptance Deposit
$2,000. The acceptance deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Additional Deposit
$1,000.
Deposit Applied to Tuition? Yes
This deposit is due prior to May 15th and is refundable if withdrawal occurs before the first day of mandatory orientation.Deposit Refundable? Yes
The acceptance deposit is non-refundable but the tuition deposit is refundable.Financial Aid Website https://tu.edu/admissions--aid/financial-aid/
Percent of Enrolled Students with Financial Aid 94%
Scholarships Offered? No