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Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
College of Osteopathic Medicine

111 University Parkway, Suite 202
Yakima, WA 98901
Toll free: (866) 329-0521
Phone: (509) 452-5100
Fax: (509) 452-5101
E-mail: admission@pnwu.org

Description
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine (PNWU-COM) received provisional accreditation in August 2007, accepting its inaugural class in August 2008. PNWU-COM, the 25th college of osteo-pathic medicine, is dedicated to attracting men and women from communities of the Pacific Northwest region (i.e., WA, OR, ID, MT and AK), and underserved areas throughout the United States, offering an excellent osteopathic medical education at affordable tuition rates. PNWU-COM will utilize community-based hospitals and physician preceptor clinics for an integral part of the clinical education in regional campus sites diffusely throughout the Pacific Northwest.
The college focuses on “high-tech, high-touch” medical education utilizing the osteopathic prin-ciples, practices and philosophy in the training of a new generation of physicians who will be en-couraged to live, work and serve in the commu-nities in which they have received their medical education experiences.

Mission
Statement
The mission of Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences is to train, educate and encour-age scientific research for health professionals who will provide quality care to all communities of the Pacific Northwest, particularly under-served populations.
Setting: Yakima, Washington; Mid-Sized Urban Date Founded: 2005; Private non-profit

Accreditation
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine (PNWU-COM) holds provisional accreditation from the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA).

Institutional Affiliation

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences

2009 – 2010 Enrollment

Total medical school enrollment: 150 Total male: 81
Total female: 69 First-year enrollment: 75 First-year male: 43 First-year female: 32
Total enrollment affiliate institutions: 150

Curricular Offerings

The PNWU-COM curriculum is carefully con-structed to thoroughly prepare graduates for practice in any setting or specialty. However, the PNWU-COM educational program is tailored to meet the unique needs of patients in rural, medically underserved areas. Years I and II will be on the Yakima campus and will feature an integrative basic science curriculum with early clinical exposure. Years III and IV will be spent in regional campuses throughout the Pacific Northwest five-state region.

Combined Degree Programs

Baccalaureate/DO: No DO/MA: No
DO/MS: No
DO/MPH: Yes, an online MPH degree program is offered by Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine to qualified PNWU
osteopathic medical students.
DO/MBA: No
DO/JD: No
DO/PhD: No

Special Programs

•    International Medicine Programs: Office of Global Health Education and Research
Preparatory Programs
Post baccalaureate program: No
Summer program(s): No
Facilities
PNWU-COM has a 46,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility on a 42-acre campus in the Terrace Heights area of Yakima. This facility has numer-ous classrooms for large- and small-group interaction, a spacious gross anatomy laboratory for pro-section and dissection, a large teaching lab for osteopathic manipulative medicine, and a large clinical skills area for patient simulation and standardized patient interaction. The cam-pus is designed with state-of-the-art technology
that enhances the student learning environment, including smartboard technology.

Residence
Students must secure their own housing. PNWU-COM will assist students in their search for ap-propriate, affordable housing.

Application Information

Primary application service: AACOMAS
Earliest filing date: Opening date of AACOMAS
Latest filing date:* 3-4-2011
*For best consideration, applicants should submit their AACOMAS application at least four weeks prior to this school’s latest filing date.

Academic year/orientation for first-year students start date:
8-1-2011
International students (non-US citizens or temporary residents) eligible: No
Supplemental Application
Supplemental application required: Yes
Sent to: Screened Applicants
URL: www.pnwu.org
Supplemental Application Fee: $175 Fee waiver available: Yes
Waiver conditions, if offered: Fee waiver requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The ap-plicant must have received an AACOMAS fee waiver, and must submit a copy of their federal financial aid SAR along with a letter explaining
their extenuating circumstances.
Supplemental app. earliest filing date: 6-1-2010 Supplemental app. latest filing date: 4-1-2011
Supplemental Application Requirements
The PNWU-COM Admissions Committee will re-view files only after all of the following materials have been received:
•    A complete ACCOMAS application, including official MCAT scores and a complete PNWU-COM supplemental application.
 
•    A nonrefundable supplemental application fee of $175, made payable to PNWU-COM.
 
•    A letter of recommendation from each of the following:
o     A physician (preferably a DO who is a member of the AOA);
o     A science faculty member who is familiar with the applicant’s academic work; and
o     A pre-medical source (a pre-med advisor or committee). If a pre-medical source is not available, a second physician or science faculty may be substituted.
 
•    Recommendations must be written within the two years prior to making application.
 
•    A criminal background check, completion of a physical and immunization records will be required for acceptance to the university.
MCAT
Oldest MCAT considered: 6-1-2007 Accept September 2010 MCAT Scores: Yes Accept January 2011 MCAT scores: Yes
Additional Comments: PNWU-COM looks at the highest combined score for an MCAT taken.

Send Letters of Recommendation by:
Virtual Evals: Yes Interfolio: Yes Paper: Yes
Other: E-mail or fax from recommender.
Regular Acceptance Notice
Applicants will be requested to submit necessary
matriculation documents, including a deposit, according to the following AACOMAS traffic guideline schedule:
•    Those accepted prior to November 15 will have until December 14
 
•    Those accepted between November 15 and January 14 will have 30 days
 
•    Those accepted between January 15 and May 14 will have 14 days
 
•    Those accepted after May 15 may be asked for an immediate deposit
 
•    Earliest acceptance date: 10-1-2010
 
•    Latest acceptance date: Until class is filled
 
•    Maximum time for applicant to accept offer: 60 days
 
•    Requests for deferred entrance considered: Yes

Early Decision Program (EDP)
PNWU-COM does not have EDP for notifying candidates on early admissions.
COM Interview Format
PNWU-COM has 30-35 minute individual inter-views by a panel of 2-3 faculty/staff members. Questions are standardized with optional stan-dard questions if time allows.
First-Year Class Matriculants’ Selection Factors
PNWU-COM requires applicants to have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university and the MCAT; scores must be within three years of the original test date, and no later than January 2011. Any undergradu-ate major is acceptable as long as prerequisites are passed and taken for credit at an accredited college or university. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or hold a permanent resident visa.
The College considers all applicants for admis-sion without respect to age, gender, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, handicap or national origin. Applicants are considered on their intellectual ability, scholastic achievement, commitment and suitability to succeed in the study of osteopathic medicine. Applicants from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and rural or medically underserved areas of the United States will be given preference in order to meet the mission of PNWU-COM.

First-Year Class Matriculants’

Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity:
Percentages are based on self-reported data and
therefore may not equal 100%.
American Indian or Alaska Native: 4% Asian: 8%
Black or African American: 1.3% Hispanic/Latino: 4%
White: 84%
Pacific Islander: 0%
First-Year Class Matriculants with:
Science Majors: 85% Non-Science Majors: 15% Baccalaureate degree: 100% Graduate degree(s): 10.6%
Financial Information

Tuition and Fees                                          Deposit

Premedical Coursework

Science

Course

Req.

Rec.

Lab

Sem. Hrs

Biology/Zoology

X

12

Biochemistry

X

Molecular

Biology

X

Genetics

X

Inorganic

Chemistry

X

8

Organic

Chemistry

X

8

Physics

X

8

Non-Science

Course

Req.

Rec.

Lab

Sem. Hrs

College


Source: 2009-2010 tuition. Data subject to change.

Resident tuition:

$40,000

Non-Resident tuition:

N/A

Supplemental Application fee:

$175

Resident fees:

$2,650

Non-Resident fees:

N/A

Health Insurance:

N/A

Fees Include:

Student Services

r

Technology

r

Lab

r

Microscope Rental

r

Computer

r

Health Service

Student Activities


Estimated Room, Board, Books & Living Costs: $22,002 Average 2009 graduate indebtedness: N/A

Applicants should submit necessary matriculation documents, including a deposit, according to the AACOMAS traffic guideline schedule above.
Amount of deposit to hold place in class: $1,000
If deposit dependent on residency status:
Deposit (resident): N/A Deposit (non-resident): N/A
Deposit due: AACOMAS traffic guidelines
Additional Deposit: N/A Applied to tuition: Yes Deposit refundable: No
Financial Aid
Enrolled students with federal financial aid: 86.67% Scholarships: Yes
Average scholarship/grant: N/A


English

X

6

Behavioral

Sciences

X

Humanities

X

Math/Statistics

Other

Additional Coursework: 4 credits of Organic Chemistry may be substituted with Biochemistry.
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