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Medical Schools In Minnesota

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Three medical students who attend Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine took advantage of the school’s selective curriculum to make their journey to Mount Elbrus possible.

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With a 2.1:1 full-time faculty-to-student ratio, our faculty members will know you by name — and you’ll be surrounded by learning opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else. Our students don’t have to wait to make an impact in health care. They start here.

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M.D. Program

Find unparalleled clinical and research opportunities at the nation’s best hospital. Our small class sizes, emphasis on student well-being, and three campus locations make our program unlike any other.

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M.D.-Ph.D. Program

Train as a physician-scientist who excels both at the bedside and in the laboratory. Collaborate with our 270+ scientific faculty on basic, translational, clinical, and epidemiological research.

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best medical school in the nation for research (U.S. News & World Report, 2023-2024)

hospital in Arizona, Florida, and Minnesota, and top-ranked in more specialties than any other hospital (U.S. News, 2023-2024)

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One school, three world-class university campuses, and diverse patient populations and research opportunities. Pick sunny, snowy, or both.

Rochester, Minnesota

Rochester, Minnesota

Rochester offers four seasons of recreation and is full of energy and advancement. Students enjoy the green space, variety of activities, family-friendly quality of life, and the nearby Twin Cities.

Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix, Arizona

Under sunny skies for 300+ days a year, students take advantage of a great foodie scene, nightlife, live music, and extensive outdoor activities within a major metro area.

Jacksonville, Florida

Jacksonville, Florida

Jacksonville is the largest city in Florida. When students aren’t studying, they’re enjoying the vibrant art scene, jazz festivals, sports and recreation options, and 20+ miles of beaches.

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High school and college students engage with Mayo Clinic through summer programs

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High school and college students engage with Mayo Clinic through summer programs

Summertime is ideal for exploring possible life paths. During the summer, Mayo Clinic offers multiple pathway programs for high school and college students interested in various types of careers in biomedical research, medicine, and health sciences.

Commencement 2023 comes to a close with ceremonies in Arizona and Minnesota

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Commencement 2023 comes to a close with ceremonies in Arizona and Minnesota

Mayo Clinic’s commencement celebrations came to a close this May with the final ceremony in Rochester after ceremonies in Arizona and Florida were held earlier in the month. We wish congratulations and best of luck to all of the graduates.

Medical students at Mayo Clinic in Florida are the first to celebrate graduation this May

Medical students at Mayo Clinic in Florida are the first to celebrate graduation this May

Nine medical students in Florida celebrated their graduation from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine on Saturday, May 13. They now will move on to residencies at Mayo Clinic and elsewhere, helping to create the future of healthcare. Commencement ceremonies in Arizona and Minnesota will follow later this week.

Details announced for Mayo Clinic class of 2023 commencement ceremonies

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Details announced for Mayo Clinic class of 2023 commencement ceremonies

Commencement 2023 at Mayo Clinic celebrates graduating medical students from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine (Arizona, Florida, and Minnesota) and graduating Ph.D. students from Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (Minnesota). Learn more about ceremony details, speakers, and how you can tune in live.

Celebrating Match Day 2023 at Mayo Clinic

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Celebrating Match Day 2023 at Mayo Clinic

March 17 was an exciting day for both Mayo Clinic’s Alix School of Medicine and School of Graduate Medical Education. Fourth-year medical students in Arizona, Florida, and Minnesota learned where they will continue their residency training. Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education also learned who would be its incoming Mayo residents through the National Resident Matching Program.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine students look ahead to Match Day on March 17

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine students look ahead to Match Day on March 17

Learn more about Match Day on March 17, 2023. Discover the day’s significance for our medical students and learn more about the specifics of the event, including livestream links.

Grandfather’s cancer leads Mayo Clinic student to medicine and helping others

Grandfather’s cancer leads Mayo Clinic student to medicine and helping others

When his grandfather was diagnosed with cancer, Yonghun Kim was not prepared. He turned his despair into a new path — to study medicine at Mayo Clinic.

Black History Month: Alyx Porter, M.D., on shaping the next generation of physicians

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Black History Month: Alyx Porter, M.D., on shaping the next generation of physicians

In honor of Black History Month, we are profiling several Mayo Clinic experts who are focused every day on achieving health equity through their work. Meet Mayo Clinic’s Alyx Porter, M.D., a neuro-oncologist and researcher at Mayo Clinic in Arizona who is working to help shape the next generation of physicians.

Otolaryngology outreach program at Mayo Clinic brings care to patients in need

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Otolaryngology outreach program at Mayo Clinic brings care to patients in need

A partnership between Mayo Clinic and Community Health Service Inc. is reducing barriers to health care by bringing care to patients at a time that’s convenient and in a place that’s familiar.

Stethoscope Ceremony marks rite of passage for first-year medical students in Arizona and Minnesota

Stethoscope Ceremony marks rite of passage for first-year medical students in Arizona and Minnesota

First-year students at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Arizona and Minnesota participated in a Stethoscope Ceremony on Nov. 5, in a rite of passage that marks the start of the students’ path to medicine.

Learning through experience: Simulation in education

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Learning through experience: Simulation in education

Simulation is used across Mayo Clinic to give students authentic hands-on experiences that represent the challenges of patient care. The simulations help students learn to identify ideal clinical management decisions and see the future implications for patients.

Mayo medical student advocates for greater cultural sensitivity regarding clothing in the OR

Mayo medical student advocates for greater cultural sensitivity regarding clothing in the OR

Rewan Abdelwahab, a medical student at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, saw a need for change to make clothing guidelines in the operating room more inclusive. She decided to do something about it.

Street Medicine Phoenix: Medical students feel called to serve

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Street Medicine Phoenix: Medical students feel called to serve

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine students moved to help people experiencing homelessness are expanding their medical school experiences and their world views by bringing street medicine to homeless populations. Take an in-depth look at this volunteer opportunity and learn about street medicine and what inspires these students.

Mayo Clinic learners experience life-altering surgeries during a medical mission to Honduras

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Mayo Clinic learners experience life-altering surgeries during a medical mission to Honduras

An annual medical mission to Honduras was put on hold when the COVID-19 pandemic made travel difficult. This year, the mission resumed with an expanded team bringing life-altering surgery to people who need it most. Learners at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science were also on the team.

Bridging the language gap: Medical students use interpreters to better connect with patients

Bridging the language gap: Medical students use interpreters to better connect with patients

Salma Iftikhar, M.D., and others have developed a curriculum for students at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine that is focused on working with medical interpreters. It’s a skill that is critical in communicating with and caring for patients whose first language isn’t English, Dr. Iftikhar says.

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science to celebrate historic commencement with joint ceremony

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Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science to celebrate historic commencement with joint ceremony

Mayo Clinic is celebrating the next generation of physicians and scientists. In a joint ceremony on Sunday, May 22, students will receive degrees conferred by Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.

Celebrate graduates of Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Arizona

Celebrate graduates of Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Arizona

Medical students from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, a national medical school, are taking part in the first tri-site commencement this year. This is the second commencement of Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine’s campus in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona. The ceremony will take place Friday, May 20.

A final

A final ‘first’ for medical students at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Florida

It has been a year of many firsts for Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine’s campus in Jacksonville, Florida. Earlier this spring, the first full cohort of medical students in Florida participated in Match Day for the first time. Now, this Sunday, May 15, that same cohort will help celebrate one more ‘first’ for the campus. The class of eleven medical students will graduate from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Florida in its first commencement ceremony at this campus location.

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Unique selectives teach medical students to provide care in wilderness, space, and more

Unique selectives teach medical students to provide care in wilderness, space, and more

Mayo Clinic selectives are student-selected electives that offer broad opportunities for innovation and leadership. Options include training that emphasizes humanities in medicine, personal reflections, global health, artificial intelligence in health care, and more.

Spotlight on student research: Improving regenerative treatment to heal bones

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Spotlight on student research: Improving regenerative treatment to heal bones

Growing up as a student athlete in Cincinnati, Joe Panos had more than his fair share of visits to the orthopedist for sports injuries. Now Panos, an M.D.-Ph.D. student at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, is hoping to become an orthopedic surgeon. As part of his education, he is conducting research to improve regenerative treatment for patients whose bones don’t heal properly.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine student named 2022 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellow

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine student named 2022 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellow

Christeebella Akpala, R.N., an M.D. student at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, is a 2022 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellow. This prestigious award is given to just 30 immigrants and children of immigrants who are pursuing graduate education in the U.S. Selection is based on a student’s drive, creativity, intellectual spirit, and their commitment to the values of the United States Constitution and Bill of Rights.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine once again ranked among top national medical schools by U.S. News

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine once again ranked among top national medical schools by U.S. News

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine was ranked among the top 10 percent of “Best Graduate Schools” for the sixth consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings were released Tuesday, March 29. The school is ranked as one of the best medical schools for research and overall.

Match Day 2022: Recap and by the numbers

Match Day 2022: Recap and by the numbers

Friday, March 18, is Match Day across the U.S. That includes Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine fourth-year students in Arizona, Florida, and Minnesota who will be continuing on to residencies at teaching hospitals across the nation. Ninety-one medical students successfully matched with 31% of those matching at one of Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education’s three campuses.

First full cohort at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine

First full cohort at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine’s Florida campus prepares for Match Day

Match Day 2022 will look rather different for Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine on the Florida campus as the first full cohort of students opens their envelopes simultaneously with other Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine students across the nation.

As Match Day approaches, Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine students reflect on its significance

As Match Day approaches, Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine students reflect on its significance

As students in Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine eagerly await Match Day 2022 on Friday, March 18, we share some of their thoughts on the significance of the day for themselves and for all medical students.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine student uses curriculum to battle human trafficking

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine student uses curriculum to battle human trafficking

Fourth-year medical student Jennifer Talbott knows a thing or two about human trafficking. Her father is the director of advocacy at the Human Rights Center at the University in Dayton, Ohio. After Talbott enrolled at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine on the Arizona campus, she became curious about how victims of trafficking interact with the medical community. Her curiosity led to research, and research led to enhancing the medical school’s curriculum.

Pathway programs bridge the gap for underrepresented students in health care

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Pathway programs bridge the gap for underrepresented students in health care

Mayo Clinic is making it possible for people from underrepresented communities to pursue careers in medicine, research and science, technology, engineering, and math, often referred to as STEM, through a number of programs. The Office for Education Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion has designed 24 pathway programs for students from diverse backgrounds to explore and prepare for clinical and nonclinical health care careers.

Fully immersed in the Simulation Center: Mass casualty exercise at Mayo Clinic in Florida

Fully immersed in the Simulation Center: Mass casualty exercise at Mayo Clinic in Florida

The J. Wayne and Delores Barr Weaver Simulation Center at Mayo Clinic in Florida recently hosted an aerospace mass casualty simulation event as part of the inaugural “Aerospace Medicine” elective course. Students were trained in mass casualty triage.

Trainee known as The EKG Guy reinvents EKG training materials for medical students

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Trainee known as The EKG Guy reinvents EKG training materials for medical students

During medical school, Anthony Kashou, M.D., developed EKG training materials for his fellow students. He continued that work, creating an online community with one million followers and a curriculum that has earned accreditation.

Alumni stories: M.D. graduate appointed to 2021-2022 class of White House Fellows

Alumni stories: M.D. graduate appointed to 2021-2022 class of White House Fellows

On October 18, 2021, the President’s Commission on White House Fellows announced the appointment of the 2021-2022 class of White House Fellows, the most diverse class in the history of the program. The prestigious White House Fellowship program embeds professionals from diverse backgrounds for a year of working as a full-time, paid fellow for White House staff, Cabinet Secretaries, and other senior government officials.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine student shares story; aspires to make medical education more accessible

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine student shares story; aspires to make medical education more accessible

Growing up in the Dominican Republic, third year medical student Johanny Lopez Dominguez remembers her grandfather’s health struggle. He lived in a remote part of the country, and it was challenging to get the care he needed for his diabetes and cardiovascular disease. A spot of hope was a physician who periodically traveled several miles to care for her grandfather. That’s how she became inspired to become a physician.

Mentorship in action: Shannon Coombs

Mentorship in action: Shannon Coombs

After arriving at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Arizona, Shannon Coombs wondered if she belonged. She found a connection with Alyx Porter, M.D., Neurology, who shared similar experiences and made time to mentor Coombs.

Former firefighter turned medical student keeps focus on family, career

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Former firefighter turned medical student keeps focus on family, career

The term “fourth-year medical student” feels like a misnomer for Nicolas Rubel, who finished his final year at the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Florida. The reason? The former firefighter and paramedic has two other roles that he says are even more important than medicine. Nick is a husband and father of two. He recognizes that he’s considered a nontraditional student, and the 36-year-old has ambitious goals for his career, but it can’t come at the expense of his family.

Catching up with Allisa Song and Nanodropper

Catching up with Allisa Song and Nanodropper

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine student Allisa Song is not just any 4th year medical student. She is also the inventor, CEO, and co-founder of the medical device start-up, Nanodropper.

College of Medicine and Science recognizes outstanding educators, students, and fellows

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College of Medicine and Science recognizes outstanding educators, students, and fellows

See who won Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science’s 2021 awards for outstanding educators, students, residents, and fellows.

Mayo Clinic M.D.-Ph.D. Program graduate charts a career path blending science with patient care

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Mayo Clinic M.D.-Ph.D. Program graduate charts a career path blending science with patient care

It was a day 10 years in the making for Jacqueline Zayas. On a Sunday afternoon in late May, surrounded by classmates and a contingent of her loved ones, Dr. Zayas officially earned her medical degree as part of Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine’s class of 2021.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine student uses 3D printing to advance global medical education

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Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine student uses 3D printing to advance global medical education

3D printing, 4-H values, and 21st century technology are coming together to forge a new collaboration between Mayo Clinic and surgery residents in Vietnam.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine celebrates 2021 commencement

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine celebrates 2021 commencement

Ninety-eight students took part in commencement events on Friday, May 21, at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine ― Arizona Campus and Sunday, May 23, at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine ― Rochester Campus. This was the first multistate commencement for Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine.

Two students elected to American Medical Women

Two students elected to American Medical Women’s Association leadership positions

Congratulations to two students from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, who have been elected to national leadership positions in the Medical Student Division of the American Medical Women’s Association.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine again ranks among top medical schools in the U.S.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine again ranks among top medical schools in the U.S.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine is ranked as one of the top medical schools in the country and continues to be recognized as a transformative leader in biomedical education.

According to our students: Match Day 2021

According to our students: Match Day 2021

Our students are the ones who truly know what it means to work and sacrifice through four years of medical school and to see that culminate on Match Day. These are their words and reflections on their past medical education at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, the present day, and their future plans.

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A Memorable, If Vastly Different, Match Day for Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine

A Memorable, If Vastly Different, Match Day for Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine

Match Day pairs medical students and graduate medical education programs, and is administered by the National Resident Matching Program. All graduating medical students across the U.S. participate in Match Day and open their envelopes at the same time. This year, Match Day looked a bit different for Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine.

Planning underway for new Integrated Education and Research Building in Phoenix

Planning underway for new Integrated Education and Research Building in Phoenix

The Integrated Education and Research Building will be constructed between the Mayo Clinic Building and Arizona State University’s Health Futures building in Phoenix. Construction is expected to be completed in 2024.

Students from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine share their learning experiences during Medical Grand Rounds

Students from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine share their learning experiences during Medical Grand Rounds

The Department of Medicine Medical Grand Rounds (MGR) is a weekly conference intended to educate health care providers on best practices. These weekly conferences address current topics in clinical medicine, research, health care policy, medical education, and satisfy criteria for Continuing Medical Education (CME).

Third-year medical student

Third-year medical student’s start-up receives $500k contract with U.S. Air Force

Allisa Song, a third-year medical student at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, is the CEO and co-founder of a medical device start-up that recently landed an estimated $500k contract with the U.S. Air Force.

Mayo medical students keep momentum going for COVID-19 volunteer efforts

Mayo medical students keep momentum going for COVID-19 volunteer efforts

Answering a need for help as COVID-19 began to spread in the U.S. earlier in the year, Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine students in Arizona and Minnesota began volunteering to conduct digital health surveys, provide dependent care, answer phones, organize blood donations, and pitch in wherever extra hands were needed.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine celebrates Match Day. virtually

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine celebrates Match Day. virtually

Match Day 2020 looked a little different from previous Match Day celebrations, but this year’s fourth-year medical students still celebrated their accomplishments and where they’re headed next for their residency training.

Medical students step up to fill in gaps during COVID-19 response

Medical students step up to fill in gaps during COVID-19 response

As COVID-19 continues to spread across the U.S., students at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine are stepping up to volunteer their skills and talent wherever they may be needed.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine again among top 10 in national rankings

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine again among top 10 in national rankings

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine tied for No. 6 in the 2021 Best Medical Schools rankings from U.S. News & World Report.

Mayo medical student jump-starts curriculum to identify human trafficking

Mayo medical student jump-starts curriculum to identify human trafficking

Working with the medical school faculty, Jennifer Talbott, a third-year medical student at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, helped develop coursework to train fellow students to identify and provide resources to potential victims of human trafficking.

Five tips for filling out the FAFSA successfully

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Five tips for filling out the FAFSA successfully

Worried about the FAFSA? Here are a few tips to help you keep your cool!

Trio of medical students use selective week to make trek to Europe’s tallest summit

Trio of medical students use selective week to make trek to Europe’s tallest summit

Three medical students who attend Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine took advantage of the school’s selective curriculum to make their journey to Mount Elbrus possible.

2-year branch campus project for Florida is complete

After three years of hard work, preparation for Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine’s two-year branch campus in Florida is officially complete.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine Is Reaccredited Through 2027

Liaison Committee on Medical Education accreditation — “an essential stamp of approval for high-quality M.D. education in the U.S. and Canada” — has been extended via a process that began in April.

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine student a finalist in Collegiate Inventors Competition

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine student a finalist in Collegiate Inventors Competition

Allisa Song, a second-year medical student at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, and her teammates will head to Virginia this month as graduate finalists in the 2019 Collegiate Inventors Competition.

Bounce Day allows local professionals to apply their emergency response skills

It was a zombie apocalypse! Well, not really.

Brainwaves: Getting elementary kids psyched for science

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Brainwaves: Getting elementary kids psyched for science

You may expect to see Ph.D. and M.D. students working in the lab, studying from behemoth-sized textbooks, or working with patients, and not in local elementary schools, but that’s where several Ph.D. and M.D. students have been spending their time as part of the neuroscience education outreach program, Brainwaves.

U.S. News ranks Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in top 10 medical schools

U.S. News ranks Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in top 10 medical schools

In keeping with results from 2018, the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine was again ranked among the top 10 research medical schools in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.

Match Day 2019: Celebrating a day of destiny

Match Day 2019: Celebrating a day of destiny

Students and staff at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, and Rochester, Minnesota, celebrated the highly anticipated Match Day together through a virtual connection on March 15, 2019.

Learning mindfulness helps medical students — and their future patients

Medical students from Mayo Clinic in Arizona attended a four-day course outside of their usual curriculum that was created to help them cope with the challenges of being a student and a care provider.

Finding balance in art and medicine

Finding balance in art and medicine

Gohar Manzar, M.D., has always had a love for learning. The 24-year-old, who graduated from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in May 2019, has had what one might consider an “accelerated” education path.

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Medical Schools in Minnesota: How to Get In (2023)

Which are the best medical schools in Minnesota? Learn how hard it is to get into Minnesota medical schools, plus admissions strategies to make it happen

Medical Schools In Minnesota

Part 1: Introduction

Part 2: List of medical schools in Minnesota: 2023 rankings and admissions statistics

Part 3: Minnesota medical school profiles

Part 4: Minnesota medical school admissions strategies

Appendix A: Minnesota medical schools by degree type

Appendix B: Minnesota medical schools by institution type

Appendix C: Minnesota medical schools by region

Part 1: Introduction

Located in the heart of the Upper Midwest, Minnesota is known for its 10,000+ lakes (most notably Lake Superior), the bustling Minneapolis–Saint Paul “Twin Cities” metropolis (home to 50% of Minnesotans), and its two internationally recognized medical schools: the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and the University of Minnesota Medical School.

Whichever Minnesota medical school you choose to study and rotate through, you will graduate from a top institution known for its breadth and depth of clinical cases, research excellence, and commitment to medical education.

The goals of this guide are to provide you with an overview of the strengths of both Minnesota medical schools and to highlight unique qualities of each program’s curriculum and other offerings so you can decide if either would be a great fit for you. We’ll also offer admissions strategies to help you optimize your chances of receiving an acceptance from the Minnesota medical school of your choice.

Part 2: List of medical schools in Minnesota: 2023 rankings and admissions statistics

Below you will find the latest statistics on Minnesota medical schools, such as rankings and average GPAs and MCAT scores, so you can easily compare the two schools side-by-side. While compiling this information, we noticed the following:

  • Both Minnesota medical schools are allopathic.
  • Minnesota medical schools are highly competitive. Both appear in the top 50 on the 2023 U.S. News Best Medical Schools (Research) ranking, and one appears in the top 15.
  • While Minnesota residents enjoy higher interview rates at both Minnesota medical schools, Minnesota’s public medical school (the University of Minnesota Medical School) also matriculates an extremely high percentage of in-state residents.

In the ranking column below, numbers in parentheses show each medical school’s national ranking, whereas numbers outside parentheses reflect each Minnesota medical school’s relative rank. Relative rankings allow us to more easily answer the question, “Which are the ‘best’ medicals school in Minnesota?”

(Note: We strongly recommend that you sign up for MSAR for the most up-to-date information on MD programs and that you sign up for Choose DO for DO program data.)

Minnesota Medical Schools U.S. News Ranking Location Degree Year Est. Annual Tuition & Fees Avg. GPA Avg. MCAT Interview Rate First-Year Class Size
Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine 1 (14) Rochester MD 1972 $60,700 IS
$60,700 OOS
3.93 520 36.4% IS
13.9% OOS
106 (10.4% IS)
University of Minnesota Medical School* 2 (43) Minneapolis;
Duluth
MD 1888 $39,611 IS
$57,018 OOS
3.8 512 42.2% IS
5.6% OOS
239 (78.2% IS)

*Public medical schools in Minnesota | UR: Unranked | IS: In-state | OOS: Out-of-state | NA: Not available

Maddie Otto
Maddie Otto

Maddie is a second-year medical student at the University of Notre Dame in Sydney and one of Level Medicine’s workshop project managers. Prior to studying medicine, she worked and studied as a musician in Melbourne. She has a background in community arts, which combined her love for both the arts and disability support. She is an advocate for intersectional gender equity, and is passionate about accessibility and inclusive practice within the healthcare system.

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