MD · Johnson City, TN · public · applies through AMCAS
East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
Known as ETSU (Quillen)
Prerequisite coursework
Verify with the school| Course | Status | Hours | Lab | Pass/fail | AP credit | Online | Community college | Notes from the school |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biochemistry CHEM | Recommended | — | Yes | Case-by-case Accepted for 19-20 and 20- 21 academic years. | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Biology BIOL | Recommended | — | Yes | Case-by-case Accepted for 19-20 and 20- 21 academic years. | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Chemistry CHEM | Recommended | — | Yes | Case-by-case Accepted for 19-20 and 20- 21 academic years. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Organic & Inorganic |
| Composition & Rhetoric ENGL | Recommended | — | No | Case-by-case Accepted for 19-20 and 20- 21 academic years. | Yes | Yes | Yes | College English |
| Genetics BIOL | Recommended | — | Yes | Case-by-case Accepted for 19-20 and 20- 21 academic years. | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Mathematics MATH | Recommended | — | No | Case-by-case Accepted for 19-20 and 20- 21 academic years. | Yes | Yes | Yes | College Mathematics; Calculus |
| Physics PHYS | Recommended | — | Yes | Case-by-case Accepted for 19-20 and 20- 21 academic years. | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Psychology BESS | Recommended | — | No | Case-by-case Accepted for 19-20 and 20- 21 academic years. | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Sociology BESS | Recommended | — | Yes | Case-by-case Accepted for 19-20 and 20- 21 academic years. | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Zoology BIOL | Recommended | — | Yes | Case-by-case Accepted for 19-20 and 20- 21 academic years. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Community-college pathways
Completion of a minimum of 90 semester hours of coursework from regionally accredited U.S. institution(s) is required for admission. This includes work completed at community colleges.
Source: MSAR Report for Applicants and Advisors: Premed Course Requirements 2027 (AAMC, retrieved 2026-10-13). Verify with the school.
Admission policies, in the school's words
Quillen College of Medicine’s Admission Protocols policy: All applicants holding acceptance to Quillen are expected to comply fully and professionally with all AAMC Admissions Protocols and are required to formally indicate their intention of enrolling at Quillen by selecting the “Commit to Enroll” selection through the AMCAS “Chose Your Medical School Tool” at a date no later than 38 days prior to the first day of orientation or other required attendance at Quillen. All will additionally be required to formally notify Quillen that they are in compliance with this protocol and that they have withdrawn all other applications, no matter what the status of that application, from all other allopathic, osteopathic and Texas medical schools for the current year. Those not in timely compliance with this policy may have their acceptance to Quillen immediately withdrawn and that class position offered to another applicant. https://www.etsu.edu/com/admissions/requirements/admissions-protocols.php
Source: MSAR Report for Applicants and Advisors: Admission Policies and Information 2027 (AAMC, retrieved 2026-10-13). Verify with the school.
Who can apply
- Out-of-state applicants
- Yes https://www.etsu.edu/com/admissions/requirements/selectionfactors.php
- Canadian applicants
- No https://www.etsu.edu/com/admissions/requirements/selectionfactors.php
- International applicants
- No https://www.etsu.edu/com/admissions/requirements/selectionfactors.php
- DACA applicants
- No
- Residency preference (school's page)
- The application information page states that preference for admission is afforded to qualified residents of Tennessee who are US citizens (in its transfer-applicant section); 2026 statistics show 78 of 96 accepted students in-state.
Source: (AAMC, retrieved 2026-10-13). Verify with the school.
Interview
- Format
- Two one-on-one, semistructured interviews with admissions committee members.
- Invitations sent
- Earliest invitations sent mid-late August.
- Typical interview day
- For the 2026-2027 application year, all interviews and informational sessions will be conducted virtually. Information and instructions regarding interviews will be provided to selected applicants. Applicants will first attend a virtual information session with admissions and financial services staff on a afternoon prior to the interview day. The interview day consists of two semi-structured interviews with members of the admissions committee.
- Regional interviews
- Regional interviews are not available.
- Video interviews
- All interviews for the 2026-2027 application year will be virtual.
- School's admissions page says
- All interviews virtual; personal interview with Admissions Committee members
Tags are derived from the text above by keyword; read the text before relying on a tag.
Source: MSAR Report for Applicants and Advisors: Interview Procedures 2027 (AAMC, retrieved 2026-10-13). Verify with the school.
Situational-judgment tests and MCAT dates
- Casper
- Required source · secondary lists: MSI required, IMA required
- AAMC PREview
- Exploring (not used in decisions) "Exploring PREview for Future use – will not be used in this cycle’s admissions decisions" source
- Latest MCAT considered
- September 12, 2026
- Oldest MCAT considered
- January 2023
Casper status comes from the school's own admissions page where it states one, otherwise from published requirement lists; PREview from the school's page or the AAMC PREview policies report. Both change between cycles. Verify with the school.
Secondary application
- Required
- Yes
- Fee
- $50
- Fee waiver available
- Yes
- Deadline
- Jan 15, 2027 Application/fee must be submitted within seven days. Recommendations and Casper scores to be submitted asap. All evaluations and scores must be in by January 15, 2027 latest to be considered.
- Who receives it
- Following an initial review, selected applicants may be requested to submit a secondary application. Notification will be sent by email.
Source: (AAMC, retrieved 2026-10-13). Verify with the school.
Letters of evaluation
- Committee letter
- Accepted
- Letter packet
- Accepted
- Individual letters
- Accepted
Source: (AAMC, retrieved 2026-10-13). Verify with the school.
Waitlist and deposit
- Typical waitlist positions
- Varies from cycle to cycle
- Offers made from the waitlist
- —
- Procedure
- Applicants not immediately accepted or rejected will be placed on active hold/waitlist until further action is taken. Prompt notification is provided of any changes.
- Deposit required
- No
Cost of attendance and debt
| In state | Out of state | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees | $38,810 | $49,754 |
| Health insurance | $4,048 | $4,048 |
| Total cost of attendance, year 1 | $74,449 | $85,393 |
89% of students receive aid. Average indebtedness of indebted graduates: $231,104.
Official AAMC counts, 2025-2026
- Applications
- 4,009 (15.5% in-state)
- Matriculants
- 78 (82.1% in-state, 17.9% out-of-state; 55.1% women)
- Applications per seat
- 51
Source: AAMC FACTS Table A-1: Applications and Matriculants by School, State of Legal Residence, and Gender, 2025-2026 (AAMC, retrieved 2026-10-13).
Entering class 2026
- Applicants
- 2,929
- Interviewed
- 440
- Accepted
- 143
- Matriculated
- 96
- MCAT (mean)
- 512
- GPA (mean)
- 3.82 · science 3.76
- In-state
- 81%
Source: the school's published class profile (page), retrieved 2026-10-13. Statistics describe one entering class and are not cutoffs.
Transfer applications
No
Mission statement
The primary mission of the Quillen College of Medicine is to educate and train future physicians, particularly those interested in primary care, to serve in underserved rural communities. The College is also dedicated to advancing biomedical research and improving healthcare in Northeast Tennessee and the broader Appalachian region. As a leading healthcare provider in East Tennessee, Quillen strives to meet community and regional health needs by identifying, creating, and implementing programs that leverage its resources. In alignment with this responsibility, the College emphasizes primary care as the core focus of its medical practice and training programs. The selection process prioritizes candidates with a demonstrated interest in rural and primary care, ensuring that the college’s mission remains at the forefront. Quillen fosters its mission by engaging with schools across the state through ongoing campus visits and outreach programs. The College offers programs like the Extending Quillen to the Underserved through an Integrated Program (EQUIP) for high school and college students, as well as the Tri-Trails Program, which accelerates training for those interested in family medicine, internal medicine, or pediatrics. The College boasts an experienced and dedicated faculty in the biological, behavioral, and clinical sciences, complemented by practicing physicians who serve as part-time and volunteer faculty members. In addition to rigorous academic training, Quillen provides learning communities and extensive counseling services to support student well-being and development. These communities foster smaller group environments that promote health, wellness, and engagement in community service projects. Quillen students also actively participate in local health fairs and outreach activities, particularly in rural areas, further enhancing their commitment to serving underserved populations. As a result of these initiatives, over 50% of Quillen graduates pursue primary care residencies, with many choosing to practice in rural and underserved areas. The majority of Quillen graduates remain in Tennessee to practice, with many returning to the communities they were trained to serve, continuing the College’s mission of improving healthcare across the region.
Notes
Statistics page 'Entering Class Statistics - as of April 27, 2026' (class entering fall 2026): applicants 2,929 (613 in-state / 2,316 out-of-state), interviewed 440 (290 / 150), acceptances offered 143 (113 / 30), current accepted students 96 (78 / 18; pct_in_state computed, shown on page as '81%'), average total GPA 3.82, BCPM 3.76, all-other 3.89, average MCAT 512. MCAT below 497 not deemed competitive. Casper (Acuity Insights) required at the secondary stage. $50 supplementary fee waived for FAP recipients, active-duty military and veterans.
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- AAMC FACTS Table A-1: Applications and Matriculants by School, State of Legal Residence, and Gender, 2025-2026 · AAMC, retrieved 2026-10-13
- https://www.etsu.edu/com/admissions/ · school website, retrieved 2026-10-13
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