The Application
Process ... AMCAS
and Secondary
N.B. --> Be sure to see other deadlines on the Timeline for the admissions cycle.
AMCAS
Can I get an application by writing to the LSU School of
Medicine in Shreveport or visiting the Admissions Office? -
No.
The only way to apply is online through
AMCAS (the
American Medical College Application Service)
EDP -- Does the School of Medicine in Shreveport have an Early
Decision Program? -
Yes.
The deadline for submission of all application and supporting materials is
August 1, and a decision is rendered by October 1. More information about the EDP can be found in FAQ's.
When is
the deadline for applying through AMCAS to the School of Medicine
in Shreveport?
November 1 is the deadline for submitting your AMCAS-application to AMCAS.
Can I get
a deadline extension? -
No.
Deadline extensions are not granted.
Should I
send a printed copy of my AMCAS application directly to the Office of
Admissions to speed up the process? -
No.
We will begin the application process and make decisions only on
electronically-transmitted, verified files sent to us from AMCAS. So the best
thing you can do is to stay in touch with AMCAS and make sure your file is
verified in a timely fashion.
Secondary Application (or Stage-2)
When/How will I get access to your
online Secondary Application?
Once AMCAS notifies us that they have received your application, you will be sent an e-mail with
instructions about how to access our Secondary web site. At any time, however, you can download a
PDF worksheet for the Secondary
if you like, but we will NOT accept mailed Secondary Applications.
You must complete and submit online by December 15.
How much is the application fee?
- $50.
Our $50 is a little below the national average. It is nonrefundable and is
charged to all applicants who complete a Secondary Application except those
granted a fee-waiver by AMCAS.
Do all applicants get to complete a Secondary Application?
- No.
Only Louisiana residents are sent access to the secondary.
Photographs.
Can I send one? Should I send one? - Yes, please.
You are encouraged to snail-mail us a current, wallet-sized photo of yourself for
identification purposes. Print your name and AMCAS ID on the back. Now think ... Right or wrong your photo introduces you to strangers and makes a
lasting impression, so consider investing in a little quality. Your call. Still not convinced? ... Vote in our Photo Contest in the FAQ section.
Is my application complete when I submit my Secondary? And, will I receive the weekly status reports by e-mail after that?
In most cases, you will get Secondary access before your AMCAS is verified. Until verified, your AMCAS application is incomplete. Only applicants with verified AMCAS applications receive our weekly status reports by e-mail. Only applicants with verified AMCAS application, complete Secondary application, the required Letters of Recommendation and the $50 fee are considered for interviews.
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effort will be made to update the information contained on these pages as
necessary. However, it is the responsibility of the user to determine that he
or she is relying on the most current version of any particular information.
Any questions about the material should be directed to the Office of Student
Admissions at shvadm@lsuhsc.edu
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