About Augusta University Medical School
The reach of Georgia’s only public medical school stretches from its establishment almost 200 years ago in 1828 as one of the first medical schools in the nation to its current role in improving health and health care in and outside Georgia through research, discovery, and service. The Georgia Medical College educational experience is anchored in conjunction with the University of Georgia by the main campus in Augusta, regional clinical centers for third and fourth-year students across the state and a second four-year campus in Athens. MCG’s growing relationships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently offer about 350 places for students to experiment total spectrum of care, from large hospitals to small-town practices in solo. More than 500 tenants in 51 separate programs, MCG and its teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education. Researchers and clinicians concentrate on what most affects the health of children and adults in Georgia and America, including cardiovascular biology and disease, obesity, psychiatry and behavioral sciences, public and preventive health, regenerative and remedial medicine, personalized medicine and genomics. The faculty of physicists also share their skills with doctors and patients at about 100 clinics and hospitals across the state.Mission
MCG can lead to better health in Georgia and the country through innovation in biomedical education, research, patient care, and support.Vision
MCG will provide patient-centered and technologically advanced medical education, innovative science, and outstanding clinical and preventive care, contributing to safer communities.Values
- COLLEGIALITY: teamwork, cooperation, sense of community and working together.
- COMPASSION: care, empathy, and social responsibility.
- EXCELLENCE: differentiation, efficacy, performance, excitement, passion, and consistency.
- INCLUSIVITY: diversity, equity, justice, impartiality, and respect.
- INTEGRITY: responsibility, ethical conduct, integrity, and reliability.
- LEADERSHIP: bravery, dignity, discipline, openness, and vision.
- LOYALTY: embodied in a shared engagement between workers and institutions
Augusta University Medical School Departments
- Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine
- Surgery
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Cellular Biology and Anatomy
- Dermatology
- Emergency Medicine
- Family Medicine
- Medicine
- Neurology
- Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine
- Neurosurgery
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Ophthalmology
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Otolaryngology
- Pathology
- Pediatrics
- Pharmacology & Toxicology
- Physiology
- Population Health Sciences
- Psychiatry & Health Behavior
- Radiology & Imaging
- Radiation Oncology
- Surgery
Augusta University Medical School Admissions
Primary and Secondary Applications
Upon receipt from AMCAS of the student’s submission, MCG will forward an application supplement (secondary document) for further review to the applicants accepted. In addition to the AMCAS fee, MCG does not charge a further application fee. All letters of recommendation are downloaded from AMCAS by MCG. AMCAS admission applications can be found on the AAMC web site. The website gives guidance for applications and more detail about the application process.Prerequisite Courses
BIOLOGY: A General Biology or Zoology academic year with laboratory (2 semesters). (If a student positions an AP credit out of general biology and wants to use the AP credit and does not take a general biology course in college, the student must substitute one academic year of advanced biology courses. CHEMISTRY: Two academic years in Chemistry during college, with a total of 2 laboratory semesters. One semester of the two years must be Organic Chemistry, and a semester must be Biochemistry. (If a student takes an AP credit out of general chemistry and wants to use the AP credit and does not take a general chemistry course in college, advanced chemistry classes must be replaced. Students must fulfill a college laboratory requirement.) PHYSICS: One academic year of Physics with 2 experimental semesters. ENGLISH: English One academic year. (Reading, English grammar, writing, reading or communication is acceptable; humanities courses may be used to meet this requirement for one semester.) (AP credit may be used to fulfill this requirement.) STATISTICS: Probability, Estimates, Biostatistics or equivalent for one semester. (Statistics, Probability or Biostatistics courses with a STAT or MATH course number must also fulfill this criterion. Any courses with a different prefix must be accepted as equivalent by the undergraduate college where the course has been taken by the Pre-Med orPre-Health advisor. If such an advisor is not available, any math or science chair at the institution can approve. (AP credit may be used to take this requirement out.)Notes Regarding Prerequisites
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- One academic year is 2 semesters, 3 quarters, or 1 semester and 2 quarters.
- Where possible, all appropriate courses should be taken on a grading scale (e.g. A, B, C, D, F). Don’t have to use a pass / fail scheme.
- Where allowed above, Advanced Placement (AP) credits may be used when approved by the applicant’s college/university, and the credits appear on the official transcript.
- Online credit available for non-science coursework (English & Statistics) based on the completion of the course work at a nationally accredited institution and on the official transcript the course work appears.
- Students must have completed all prerequisite classes, or be enrolled in them, by January of the expected matriculation year. The Admissions Office may give special permission, on a case-by-case basis, to complete the courses in a spring or summer semester ending no later than July of the expected matriculation year.
Letter of Recommendation
All applicants must request a total of three, current letters of recommendation via AMCAS. The Admissions Committee will not review a claimant’s file without having the three latest recommendation letters. These may include letters from science professors or (if applicable) a Pre-Health Advisory Committee and/or personal references. This is highly advised that one of the professional suggestions comes from a doctor who can talk about the clinical exposure/experience of the student. Letters need to be current.Required Exams
MCAT
To be admitted the MCAT exam is required. The MCAT must not have been taken earlier than January or later than September from the date of matriculation. Candidates for the early decision must have accepted the MCAT by June of that year. Candidates for the regular decision must have taken the MCAT by the end of September of that year.CASPer
The CASPer test is a computer-based assessment used to evaluate personality traits. For information on registration/fees, sample videos, and virtual practice tests please visit their website. The exam cost is $10, and an additional $10 per course. Results will take up to three weeks to get to the Admissions Office. The final test date for applicants for Early Decision is, therefore, June and the last test date for applicants for Regular Decision is September.Research
Augusta University’s clinical and translational research programs concentrate on three key areas that disproportionately affect Georgians ‘ health: cancer, cardiometabolic disease and neurological disease like stroke. Three new research strength areas are also being developed: regenerative & reparative medicine, personalized medicine & genomics, and public and preventive health. Regenerative and reparative medicine can broaden studies of disorders or accidents involving muscles and bones, central nervous system, orofacial, orthopedic, and stroke & neurotrauma. Our research into cardiovascular disease, obesity, and diabetes battles the biggest threats to the Western Language. Studies in cancer and genomic medicine reduce the burden of cancer by offering superior clinical care, creativity in discovery, translational research and education. The complexities of dementia, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis are solved by the medical study. The Dental College is developing the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of orofacial complex disease while the Vision Center is engaged in high-impact visual function and disease-related research and exploration, the result of which is projected to have far-reaching clinical implications for patients with blindness and visual disabilities. Women’s Health’s multidisciplinary area is at the cutting edge of science relating to women’s treatment. Our newest research area will be the very exciting launch of Augusta University’s Cyber Institute.Research Institute
The Augusta University Research Institute (AURI) Inc. was established in 1981 as a separately incorporated501(c) 3 to support AU by improving its research, teaching, and service mission of excellence. For most funded proposals produced by AU’s faculty, AURI acts as the applicant and awarding agency. AURI is sponsored by the Sponsored Program Administration Division’s pre-Award and post-award staff. When each project is funded, AURI enters into a work output subcontract with AU. Payments from sponsors are collected by AURI and payable to AU. AURI maintains a portion of the sponsors ‘ services and administrative costs to support its activities and finance reinvestment programs.Augusta University Medical School Student Services
Campus Recreation
Augusta University Campus Recreation provides opportunities for students, faculty and staff at Augusta University to engage in physical activities including Intramural and Club Sports, the Wellness Center, Outdoor Fitness and Jags Choose Wellness.Residence Life
Housing & Residence Life manages housing for over 800 residents on campus. We offer a range of living environments in single and double occupancy rooms, studio, and living apartments for the resident who lives on campus.Student Health Services
The aim is to provide Augusta University students with quality basic health and preventive services. Through these programs, AU aims to help each student preserve their optimum physical and emotional wellbeing so that each student can understand the educational opportunities provided by Augusta U to their fullest.Augusta University Jagstore
Delivering students’ books and course materials in the most affordable manner possible. New and used textbooks are available for rent or purchase. The JagStore also offers a vast selection of clothing and gifts from the University of Augusta and Jaguar.Student Theatre
The Maxwell Theatre, part of the Enrollment and Student Affairs Department, is the spiritual hub of the campus of Augusta University, with the students taking center stage. The Music Ensembles Department and the AUG Theatre, from the Communications Department, provide students with ample performance opportunities. Students, faculty, staff, and members of the community attend a wide array of events. The Lyceum Series presents companies in national and international music, dance, and theatre. The Harry Jacobs Chamber Music Society is bringing to campus a diverse collection of world-class musicians.Campus Sexual Assault Support
Augusta University prohibits sexual misconduct in any way including sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination. If you’ve been the victim of sexual assault or abuse, there’s an association at the university to help. You should know your choices and take steps to get the help you need. If you have been sexually assaulted, we encourage you to make a Title IX Coordinator University study. The University website provides information on the efforts to prevent and educate sexual misconduct at the university, as well as on-campus services for those who have been the subject of or experience sexual misconduct including sexual assault.Student Clubs and Organizations
Student organizations operate in support of Augusta University’s general goals. They offer an opportunity to improve the academic environment for individual students. Competencies and expertise gained by membership in student organizations serve as a valuable addition to the structured curriculum. Studies confirm students benefit greatly from being involved in a campus organization; a good student is a committed, engaged student. By participating in activities and clubs, students can supplement the curriculum with out-of-classes related experiences, establish relationships with other students with similar interests, develop mentoring relationships with the faculty and staff, and make use of life skills like decision-making, planning, critical thinking and more. Student organizations, on campus, help to create a sense of community and spirit. Expand your horizons in ways you never could imagine-get interested!Student Government Associations
The Student Government Associations (SGA), acting as the voice of all students enrolled at Augusta University, shall actively work together with the university and community as a whole to improve the quality of life for the Student Body. SGA of Augusta University is composed of two bodies: the Association of Undergraduate Student Government (USGA) and the Association of Graduate Student Government (GSGA).Fraternity and Sorority Life
The University of Augusta is home to 12 fraternities and sororities. While each chapter has its rituals, traditions, and philanthropies, the fraternities and sisterhoods together strive to live by the fraternal core values of scholarship, leadership, service, and friendship of Augusta University.Jaguar Production Crew
The Jaguar Production Crew, better known as The Team, is the Augusta University’s principal student body programming team. We aim to give fun activities and events to enrich the quality of your campus experience! All activities are sponsored by the student fees, so we can schedule free events for you!Sports
Men’s Sports
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- Cross Country
- Basketball
- Baseball
- Tennis
- Golf
- Outdoor Track & Field
- Cheerleading
Women’s Sports
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- Volleyball
- Cross Country
- Basketball
- Softball
- Tennis
- Golf
- Outdoor Track & Field
- Track & Field
- Cheerleading
