Dr. Satoru Izutsu, Associate Dean Chair, Admissions Commitee

Application Requirements for the JABSOM MD Program:
JABSOM subscribes to the philosophy that a physician should be broadly educated, able not only to understand and manage the physical part of the human body but also the social, cultural, and psychological components.

Therefore, applicants are encouraged to obtain a broad education in the humanities and in the social and behavior sciences, in addition to satisfying the more specific basic science requirements set forth below.

• Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) must be taken within three years of the anticipated year of matriculation to medical school. The latest MCAT scores screened or re-screened in the application process are September of the year of application (May for Early Decision). MCAT test scores from 2006 to September 2008 will only be considered for the 2009 entering class application cycle.
• 90 college-level semester credit hours completed coursework to include:

Each course should be acceptable for students majoring in these disciplines.

Additional enrichment in the biological and social sciences is encouraged.

Financial Aid:
Financial Aid is handled by the UHM's Financial Aid Services Office, and all correspondence should be directed to that office (2600 Campus Road, Room 112, Honolulu, HI 96822; phone: (808) 956-7251). Information can also be accessed through the internet at: www.hawaii.edu/fas.

Tuition and Fees:
All tuition and fee charges are set by the University of Hawai‘i Board of Regents and are subject to change in accordance with requirements of State Law and/or the Board or Administration. Current and approved tuition and fees are as follows: