With the mission of serving as “America’s medical school for uniformed physicians,” the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) was established. USU, which is based in Bethesda, Maryland, seeks prospective medical students with a desire to serve others and who thrive in a team environment.
All USU students are active-duty service members, so the government pays for their education. S. they are employed by the government and are given a military salary and benefits, such as a housing allowance. Both civilian and military applicants are accepted by the USU for commissioning into the Army, Navy, Air Force, and U S. Public Health Service.
Acceptance Rate 2,152 Applied 379 Accepted 239 Enrolled 18%
| Type | Domestic | International | Priority date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall deadline | December 1st | December 1st | Yes |
| Exam | Details |
|---|---|
| Masters Degree Exam | GRE General Test |
| Exam | Details |
|---|---|
| TOEFL: Required |
Tuition & Fees
Financial Support
| Types of financial support available | Fellowships Research Assistantships Health Care Benefits Scholarship and/or loans Tuition waivers for student who do not receive fellowships or assistantships Career or field-related internships |
|---|
Student Body
824 Total Graduate Students 1% International Breakout (representing other countries)
Race/Ethnicity
| Hispanic/Latino | 4.49% |
|---|---|
| Black or African American | 2.18% |
| White or Caucasian | 71% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 1.21% |
| Asian | 12.86% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 0% |
| Two or more races | 0% |
| Unknown | 5.58% |
Gender
Male (66%) Female (33%)
Faculty
4,416 Total faculty Full-time – 372 Part-time – 4,044 Male (3,389) Female (1,027)
Location & Contact
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FAQ
Is it hard to get into Uniformed Services University?
How hard is it to get into USUHS? Over 3,000 applicants apply each year for around 170 spots, and the USUHS acceptance rate is around 9%
Is it easier to get into military medical school?
No, the requirements are not lowered if you apply through the military; it is not simpler to get into medical school. It’s actually more difficult. When you are accepted to a US medical school, work your hardest to get there. Then, when that happens, approach the recruiter.
Do you have to be in the military to go to Uniformed Services University?
No prior service is required for admission to USU. In exchange for a seven-year active duty service commitment, students pay no tuition or fees and receive the full salary and benefits of a uniformed officer throughout their four years at the university.