Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine–New York (TouroCOM-NY)
Setting: New York City, NY—Harlem; Urban • The OMM lab on the second floor has hydrau-
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine– lic tables. There are Striker Cameras located
throughout the lab.
New York Date Founded: 2006; Private
• There are breakout rooms adjacent to the
Office of Admissions amphitheatres for student study.
2090 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard, Accreditation
• The cadaver lab has 33 tables. The lab is
• TouroCOM holds provisional accreditation
Suite 519 from the Commission on Osteopathic College
temperature controlled, with frequent air
exchange.
New York, NY 10027 Accreditation (COCA)
• The beautiful glass library houses computers
• TouroCOM is accredited by the Middle States with extensive electronic offerings.
Phone: (212) 851-1199, ext. 2589 Commission on Higher Education.
• There is a wellness center and student lounge.
Fax: (212) 851-1183
• State-of-the-art research facilities
E-mail: obedf@touro.edu Institutional Affiliation • Clinical sites are located throughout the NYC
Website: www.touro.edu/med Touro College
metropolitan area.
2010-2011 Enrollment
Total medical school enrollment: 509 Residence
Total male: 255 Housing is not provided, but rental housing is
Total female: 254 available in the Harlem and NYC area, with easy
First-year enrollment: 135 access by train and subway.
First-year male: 60
First-year female: 75 Application Information
Total enrollment affiliate institutions: 17,800 Primary application service: AACOMAS
Earliest filing date: Opening date of AACOMAS
Curricular Offerings Latest filing date:* 4-1-2012
TouroCOM’s pre-clinical curriculum uses an *For best consideration, applicants should
integrated, system-based format that incorpo- submit their AACOMAS application at least four
rates multiple learning strategies such as lecture weeks prior to this school’s latest filing date.
format, interactive labs and small learning Academic year/orientation for first-year students
groups. Early clinical exposures and Health start date: August 2012
Description Policy lectures are used to enhance the class- International students (non-U.S. citizens or tempo-
The Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine room curriculum to address emerging issues in rary residents) considered: Yes
(TouroCOM) is committed to increasing the health care. Asylum applicants will provide documenta-
number of underrepresented minorities in medi- tion from their attorney. This documentation
cine and to training physicians who are commit-
ted to practicing in underserved communities.
Combined Degree Programs is provided to our Registrar department, which
DO/MS – Masters of Science in Interdisciplinary handles international student affairs. Other
Studies. This is a full-time, one-year program international students are required to provide
Mission Statement offered at the TouroCOM of Harlem. The cur- proof of their I-20 status or begin application to
TouroCOM is committed to preparing students to riculum is a lecture-based format which focuses obtain the I-20.
become outstanding osteopathic physicians who on core basic medical sciences. Courses include
uphold the values, philosophy and practice of Physiology, Histology, Biochemistry, Anatomy Supplemental Application
osteopathic medicine. TouroCOM places special and Microbiology as well as lectures on clini- Supplemental application required: Yes
emphasis on teaching and learning in the areas cal medicine. Students finishing this Masters Sent to: Screened Applicants
of primary care and the holistic approach to the Program with a 3.5 average or above, and passing Supplemental Application Fee: $200
patient. TouroCOM is committed to indentifying administered shelf exams, will be granted admis- Fee waiver available: Yes
and recruiting students who have specific interest sion into Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine. Waiver conditions, if offered: AACOMAS waiver
in practicing in underserved communities, such e-mail: masters.tourcom@touro.edu Supplemental app. earliest filing date: 7-1-2011
as Harlem. The college advances the osteopathic Supplemental app. latest filing date: 4-21-2012
profession and serves students and society by
providing an integrated educational foundation,
Special Programs
encouraging research and scholarly activity, and
• International Medicine Programs: No Supplemental Application Requirements
participating in community service. • Supplemental applications are sent to
Preparatory Programs students after they have been pre-screened
TouroCOM functions as an integral part of the by Admissions.
New York City/Harlem community and works Post baccalaureate program: Yes
See Master of Science in Interdisciplinary studies • Letter of recommendation from premedi-
with the community, local schools and other cal advisory committee or from two science
colleges and universities to promote the study of above.
professors.
medicine, encourage continuing development,
• Letter of recommendation from a physician
increase educational opportunities and deliver Facilities (either DO or MD).
osteopathic medical services in a variety of com- • The medical school buildings in central
munity settings. • Signed Technical Standards Certificate form.
Harlem are across the street from the famous
Students learn the latest strategies for the man- Apollo Theatre.
agement and treatment of patients in a broad • Lecture halls and classrooms are equipped to MCAT
accommodate laptop computers, with wireless Oldest MCAT considered: 4-15-2009
range of social and economic settings. In addi-
Internet access available throughout the build- Accept September 2011 MCAT scores: Yes
tion to focusing on primary care, the school em-
ing. Professors present at “smart podiums” Accept January 2012 MCAT scores: Yes
phasizes the promotion of wellness from prenatal
through geriatric care. accommodating any electronic format.
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of recommendation from two science faculty. interview offer. The interview response is within
Send Letters of Recommendation by: TouroCOM also requires a non-academic six weeks via e-mail. TouroCOM does not dis-
Virtual Evals: Yes
letter of recommendation from a DO or MD. It criminate on the basis of race, religion, national
Interfolio: Yes
is strongly advised that the student obtain the origin, sex, age or disability.
Paper: Yes
recommendation from a DO.
Regular Acceptance Notice TouroCOM is looking for candidates who are First-Year Class Matriculants’
Applicants will be requested to submit necessary interested in becoming outstanding osteopathic Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity:
matriculation documents, including a deposit, physicians. We are seeking students who are Percentages are based on self-reported data and
according to the following schedule: interested in working in urban settings and also therefore may not equal 100%.
Earliest acceptance date: 10-1-2011 in primary care. The student must be able to
American Indian or Alaska Native: 0%
Latest acceptance date: 8-2-2012 or until class is present an understanding of osteopathic medi-
cine and display a passion to become a doctor in Asian: 44%
filled.
such an environment. The primary applications Black or African American: 8%
Maximum time for applicant to accept offer:
Applicants are to respond within two weeks of are pre-screened by the committee, and only Hispanic/Latino: 5%
the date on the letter of acceptance. students who meet the admissions standards are White: 43%
Requests for deferred entrance considered: Yes offered a supplemental application and then an
Pacific Islander: 0%
Other/No Answer: 0%
Early Decision Program (EDP)
TouroCOM has rolling admissions. First-Year Class Matriculants with:
Science Majors: 81%
COM Interview Format Non-Science Majors: 19%
TouroCOM interview days have the following
agenda: Review and presentation, Interview Graduate degree(s): 38%
(open file, two science faculty, 30 min.),
Financial Aid and Admission/Tour of Facility.
Light breakfast and lunch are provided. Premedical Coursework
Science
First-Year Class Matriculants’ Course Req. Rec. Lab Sem. Hrs
Selection Factors
Biology/Zoology X X 8
The applicant applying to TouroCOM must have
earned a bachelor’s degree by no later than Biochemistry X*
August 2012, which is the year of matriculation. Molecular
In addition, the student should have at least a Biology
B average in the sciences and overall, and an
Genetics
MCAT score of at least 24. Applicants must be
U.S. citizens or hold a permanent resident visa. Inorganic
The applicant also is required to have taken Chemistry X X 8
the MCAT examination within three years of Organic
the date of the AACOMAS application. The Chemistry X X 8
student must also submit a pre-professional Physics X X 8
committee evaluation or provide two letters
Non-Science
Course Req. Rec. Lab Sem. Hrs
College
Financial Information English X 6
Behavioral
Tuition and Fees Deposit Sciences X 6
Source: 2010-2011 tuition. Data subject to change. Applicants who are notified of admissions offer are
asked to respond within two weeks of receiving their Humanities
Resident tuition: $36,910 letter of acceptance. Math/Statistics X 4
Non-Resident tuition: N/A Amount of deposit to hold place in class: $2,000 Other
Supplemental Application fee: $200 Deposit due: Within two weeks of receiving * highly recommended
Resident fees: N/A acceptance letter
Non-Resident fees: N/A
Health Insurance: $1,430 Additional Deposit: $1,000 (tuition deposit)
Applied to tuition: Yes
Fees Include: Deposit refundable: Yes; tuition deposit only.
Refundable by:
Student Services r Technology r The tuition deposit is refundable with written
Lab r Microscope Rental r notice prior to the first day of class.
Computer Health Service
Financial Aid
Student Activities r Enrolled students with federal financial aid: 90%
Scholarships: No
Est. Room, Board, Books & Living Costs: Average scholarship/grant: N/A
$20,086-$31,487/year
Average 2010 graduate indebtedness: N/A
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