Baptist Health Sciences University College of Osteopathic Medicine - BUCOM
General Information
The Baptist Health Sciences University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine (BUCOM) is part of a 115-year history of education and health care in the Mid-South area. With its launch in 2024, BUCOM will provide an exemplary model of education that prepares physicians who integrate the art and science of healing with their faith, calling, and pursuit of excellence.
BUCOM aims to train future physicians and scientists who are committed to improving the health of the diverse populations in the Mid-South Region of Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi with special emphasis on primary care in urban, underserved, and rural areas. Baptist Memorial Health Care (BMHC) is the clinical partner for BUCOM students and provides learning opportunities across their comprehensive network of 22 hospitals, cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, urgent care clinics, imaging centers, ambulatory services, and a large and diverse physician network.
Baptist Memorial Medical Education residency and fellowship programs and the Baptist Clinical Research Institute further strengthen Baptist’s ability to provide exceptional opportunities for clinical experience.
Mission Statement
Closest City BUCOM is located in the heart of the medical district of downtown Memphis, TN.
Campus Setting
UrbanFacilities
Baptist Health Sciences University of Osteopathic Medicine (BUCOM) is an urban campus with a multi-facility footprint of approximately 400,000 square feet spanning 21 acres located in the heart of the Memphis Medical District. BUCOM's exclusive teaching facility is a recently renovated 97,000 square foot building housing faculty/staff offices, simulated patient labs, team-based learning classrooms, an anatomy lab, an osteopathic neuromuscular medicine lab, student learning spaces, dining and student support services.
In addition to the initial dedicated 97,000 square feet, BHSU has many other spaces on campus that can be utilized by the college of osteopathic medicine and its students. These spaces include on-site housing, fitness facilities and gymnasium, 900-space parking and a 240 seat auditorium. Two additional buildings on campus accommodate approximately 7,500 sq. ft. of laboratory research space and support areas.
Student Residence Options
COM Accreditation Status The Baptist Health Sciences University College of Osteopathic Medicine (BUCOM) will open in 2024 with its inaugural class of medical students and offers the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
BUCOM has met the standards set in place by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) and currently has pre-accreditation status.
University Affiliation(s) Baptist Memorial Health Care and Baptist Health Sciences University
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Student demographics are not yet available as BUCOM is seating it's first class in 2024.
Academic Year Enrollment
Total Medical School Enrollment
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Total Enrollment Affiliate Institutions
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First-Year Matriculants
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First-Year Other Matriculants
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Matriculants In-State
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Matriculants Out-of-State
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Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity
American Indian/Alaska Native
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Asian
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Black/African American
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Hispanic/Latino
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Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
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White
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Multiple Races
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Undisclosed
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Majors of First-Year Matriculants
Science Majors
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Non-Science Majors
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Graduate Degrees
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Overview
Private Institution
Non-Profit
Baptist Memorial Health Care and Baptist Health Sciences University
Institutional Affiliation
2023
Year Founded
Urban
Campus Setting
Campus Contact
Baptist Health Sciences University College of Osteopathic Medicine - BUCOM
Address
(901) 572-2699
Phone
Website
Admissions Office
Curricular Offerings
Students' pre-clinical curriculum integrates active learning modalities with standardized patient interactions, simulation experiences, and interprofessional education. Foundational learning includes a blended anatomy curriculum including dissection, plastinated models, and virtual imaging technology.
Hands-on training in clinical skills, biomedical sciences, and osteopathic manipulative medicine is taught by a diversely trained and experienced faculty with a focus on longitudinal research, nutrition, and exercise as medicine. Baptist Memorial Health Care provides clinical training sites throughout its 24 hospitals, 12 cancer centers, urgent care centers, and numerous Baptist Medical Group Clinics.
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
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
College English
Required6 semester hours
Admissions
BUCOM reviews completed applications on a continuous basis as they are made available by AACOMAS. A completed application includes a verified AACOMAS application with a MCAT score. Supplemental applications are offered to those who have demonstrated the best opportunity for success and are mission aligned. After review of the completed file and supplemental application, applicants are offered the opportunity to interview with BUCOM faculty. Candidates are notified via phone call or email of a decision after a final committee review.
Interview Options: In-person 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, but only in certain circumstances (please explain)
Online lab coursework is reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Contact the admissions office for more information.Primary Application Service: AACOMAS
Earliest Application Submission Date: May 6, 2024
Primary Application Deadline: March 17, 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? No
Application Interview Format: Traditional
Early Decision Program (EDP)
EDP Offered? No
EDP Applications Submitted To AACOMAS
Supplemental Application
Supplemental Application Required? Yes
Applicants invited to submit a supplemental application will receive an email with specific instructions and links for submission. The supplemental application includes three short answer questions (250-word limit) and a $50, non-refundable application fee.Earliest Supplemental Application Submission Date: June 1, 2024
Supplemental Application Deadline: March 17, 2025
Supplemental Application Sent To: Screened Applicants
Supplemental applications are sent to those who are believed to be academically prepared for the rigors of medical school and best suited to fulfill the mission, vision, and goals of BUCOM.Supplemental Application Fee: $50
Supplemental Application Fee Refundable? No
Supplemental Application Fee Waiver Available? Yes
Applicants granted a fee waiver by AACOMAS will also be eligible for a supplemental fee waiver from BUCOM.Earliest Acceptance Date
August 9, 2024
Latest Acceptance Date
April 25, 2025
Orientation/Start Date for First Year Students
July 29, 2024
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.
Oldest MCAT Considered: January 25, 2021
Latest MCAT Score Accepted: January 31, 2025
Accepted Sources for Letters of Recommendation
- AACOMAS
- Paper
Main Admissions Contact
(901) 572-2699
Phone
Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid
2024-2025 Academic Year
In-State Tuition
$52,000
Out-of-State Tuition
$52,000
Annual Fees
In-State Resident Fees
$2,410
Out-of-State Resident Fees
$2,410
Health Insurance Fee
$3,500
Tuition Fees Include
Estimates, Deposits, and More
Estimated Annual Room Board, Books, and Living Costs
18,859
Average Graduate Indebtedness
N/A
Acceptance Deposit
$2,000, non-refundable
Additional Deposit
$0
Deposit Applied to Tuition? Yes
Deposit Refundable? No
Financial Aid Website https://www.baptistu.edu/medicine/tuition_fees
Percent of Enrolled Students with Financial Aid 0%
Scholarships Offered? Yes
Annual Scholarship/Grant Per Student: $10,000