University of North Texas Health Science Center-Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine - UNTHSC-TCOM
Fort Worth, Texas
Main Campus
General Information
Mission Statement
Closest City Fort Worth, Texas (population: 909,505); Suburban
Campus Setting
SuburbanFacilities
The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth campus is located on 33 acres outside downtown Fort Worth in the city’s cultural district. The campus is surrounded by some of the nation’s more prestigious art galleries and museums, as well as a number of residential areas.
The Medical Education and Training (MET) Building is home to most class sessions during the pre-clinical portion of the curriculum; the building contains two 250-seat lecture halls, OMM training space, small classrooms, and meeting rooms. In addition to the MET Building, students have 24-hour access to the gross anatomy lab located on campus.
The Gibson D. Lewis Library offers a variety of group and quiet study spaces across three floors of a free-standing building with all floors available 24 hours per day, seven days a week. The library collection includes over 25,000 electronic journals, 28,000 print and electronic books, and 162 searchable databases. All electronic resources are available at anytime from anywhere in the world via the library website.
In 2022, a new 15,000 state-of-the-art simulation center with artificial intelligence and virtual reality resources opened. The center has virtual reality rooms, a procedural skills training space, exam rooms, and learning lounges.
Student Residence Options
Student organizations represent a wide range of social, professional, and service interests. A number of student groups promote interprofessional collaboration with students from other academic programs.
In addition to activities on campus, TCOM students engage in a number of community service opportunities both in the area and in underserved areas of the state.
- Students actively engage in the local community through Homeless Outreach through Medical Education (HOME) which is a student-run clinic for the homeless community in Fort Worth.
- The Rural Scholars program facilitates two service mission trips.
- Our Street Medicine Team partners with JPS Health Network to bring aid and awareness to the unhoused of Tarrant County
COM Accreditation Status UNTHSC/TCOM is accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) and by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
University Affiliation(s) University of North Texas System
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2024-2025
Academic Year Enrollment
Total Medical School Enrollment
944
Total Male
405
Total Female
539
Total Other
0
First-Year Matriculants
241
First-Year Male Matriculants
101
First-Year Female Matriculants
140
First-Year Other Matriculants
0
Matriculants In-State
TBA
Matriculants Out-of-State
TBA
Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity
American Indian/Alaska Native
TBA%
Asian
TBA%
Black/African American
TBA%
Hispanic/Latino
TBA%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
TBA%
White
TBA%
Multiple Races
TBA%
Undisclosed
TBA%
Majors of First-Year Matriculants
Science Majors
TBA%
Non-Science Majors
TBA%
Graduate Degrees
TBA%
Overview
Public Institution
Non-Profit
University of North Texas System
Institutional Affiliation
1970
Year Founded
Suburban
Campus Setting
Campus Contact
University of North Texas Health Science Center-Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine - UNTHSC-TCOM
Address
(817) 735-2000
Phone
Website
Admissions Office
Curricular Offerings
The pre-clinical curriculum (Years 1 and 2) includes systems-based courses along with parallel delivery of medical practice as well as professional identity and health system practice courses. The systems-based courses are delivered via a “two-pass” approach where the first pass focuses on normal structure and function of various body systems and the second pass addresses diseases organized by patient presentation.
The Medical Practice courses allow students to learn and apply essential skills including communication, interviewing, physical exam, osteopathic manipulative medicine, documentation of clinical encounters, oral presentations, point-of-care ultrasound, and other procedural skills.
The Professional Identity and Health Systems Practice courses develop learner’s competencies in innovation, ethics, policy, professionalism, practice-based learning and improvement, and systems-based practice to help TCOM graduates change the way healthcare is delivered.
After successful completion of the pre-clinical curriculum, students continue with the clinical phase (years 3 and 4). During the clinical phase students complete multiple core rotations, required rotations, electives, a patient safety course, and professional identity and health system practice courses. Students are provided with an opportunity to further develop and demonstrate competency in medical knowledge, patient care, communication, professionalism, practice-based learning, systems-based practice, and osteopathic principles and practice/osteopathic manipulative treatment in a wide variety of clinical specialties and environments.
Preparatory/Postbaccalaureate Programs Offered
College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences Master of Medical Sciences Program
A Master of Science Degree program offered by the School of Biomedical Sciences. The program features basic science courses in biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, histology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology. The program also has a MCAT prep course.
Special Programs
Rural Osteopathic Medical Education (ROME) Curriculum
TCOM offers a specific rural medicine curriculum for those who have an interest in pursuing a medical career in a rural community. The rural program requires additional course work and clinical skills that will be beneficial for rural physicians.
Summer Research Fellowship
TCOM students have the opportunity to conduct research during the summer after year one of the curriculum. Students are work with a member of the faculty to develop their research project.
Honors Research Course
A select number of TCOM students are invited to enroll in a research honors course during their second year of study. The course provides enhanced training in research at the UNT Health Science Center.
Advisory College Program
TCOM students are assigned into one of six advisory colleges on campus. The advisory colleges provide a student and faculty mentoring network promoting wellness and professional development. The advisory colleges participate in a number of curricular and co-curricular activities throughout the year.
Patient Safety Training
As part of the Professional Identity and Health Systems Practice Course, students complete training on patient safety. This course is a part of the third year and focuses on patient safety competencies, expertise in safety science, human factors engineering, and the practice of safe care. During the course students sit for the Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) certification exam.
Hazelden Betty Ford Program
Each year, a select number of second year TCOM students are given the opportunity to complete a week long training program at the Hazelden Betty Ford Center in California. The Center is one of the leading treatment centers for alcoholism and substance abuse in the world.
Dual Degrees/Concurrent Programs Offered
BA/DO 3+4 Program
UNTHSC-TCOM offers a combined Bachelor of Arts in Biology/DO seven-year combined program with the University of North Texas in Denton.
BS/DO 3+4 Programs
UNTHSC-TCOM offers two 3+4 seven-year combined program options with the University of North Texas at Dallas: a combined Bachelor of Science in Biology/DO Degree and a Bachelor of Science in Public Health/DO Degree.
BS/DO Biomedical Engineering 4+4 Program
UNTHSC-TCOM offers an early admission program with the University of Texas at Arlington in biomedical engineering(BS/DO). This program is a 4+4 track.
DO/MHA
A dual DO/Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree program is offered in conjunction with the University of North Texas Health Science Center School of Public Health. The MHA portion of the program is completed on a part-time basis over a period of five years. Courses are online and taken concurrently with the DO degree.
DO/MPH
A dual DO/MPH is offered in conjunction with the University of North Texas Health Science Center School of Public Health. Public Health courses may be completed online while students are enrolled in the osteopathic medical school.
DO/MS
A dual DO/MS is offered in conjunction with the University of North Texas Health Science Center Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Students have the ability to complete their research in a number of different areas of interest.
DO/PhD
A dual DO/PhD is offered in conjunction with the University of North Texas Health Science Center Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. This combined program typically takes six or more years to complete. Students have the ability to complete their research in a number of different areas of interest.
Primary Care Pathway Program
UNTHSC-TCOM offers early admission through a 2+1+4 program offered through Midland College and the University of North Texas.
Premedical Coursework
Courses below are shown as either Recommended or Required and, when applicable, include the number of semester hours needed.
Anatomy
RecommendedBiochemistry
RecommendedBiology/Zoology
Required14 semester hours
Chemistry (Inorganic)
Required8 semester hours
Chemistry (Organic)
Required8 semester hours
Genetics
RecommendedPhysics
Required8 semester hours
Physiology
RecommendedCollege English
Required6 semester hours
Math/Statistics
Required3 semester hours
Admissions
TCOM only accepts applications from the Texas Medical and Dental Schools Application Service (TMDSAS) in Austin, Texas. Both a completed primary and secondary are required prior to any review of an application. Applicants are also required to have either a health professions advisory committee packet or three letters of recommendation submitted to TMDSAS on their behalf. A MCAT score is also required.
Each year, TCOM invites between 650-750 applicants to interview for a class size of approximately 230 seats. Notification of acceptance is done through a timeline established by the medical schools in the TMDSAS system.
Interview Options: Virtual interviews only
Physician letter required? N/A; no physician letter required
Virtual Shadowing Options? Will accept EITHER virtual or in-person shadowing
Accepts online coursework to fulfill prerequisite requirements? Yes
Accepts prerequisite coursework pass/fail grades? Yes, but only in certain circumstances
UNTHSC-TCOM will only accept pass/fail grading (or institutional equivalent) for prerequisite courses taken during the Spring 2020, Summer 2020, Fall 2020 and Spring 2021 semesters.
Will your institution waive MCAT exam requirements? No
Accepts online lab coursework? Yes
Primary Application Service: Other
Texas Medical and Dental Schools Application Service (TMDSAS) at www.tmdsas.comEarliest Application Submission Date: May 15, 2025
Primary Application Deadline: October 1, 2025
Submission Timing for Best Consideration
First Year Class Matriculant's Selection Factors
Applicants must either be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents at the time of application. A minimum of three years of college (90 semester hours or the equivalent number of quarter hours) from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university (or Canadian equivalent) is required. Strong preference will be given to applicants who earn a bachelor’s degree before matriculation. In addition, applicants must complete prerequisite courses in English, statistics, biology, chemistry, organic chemistry and physics. A score of the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is required.
TCOM uses a holistic review process to recruit and enroll a class of highly qualified applicants for the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree. Applicants are evaluated on their academic qualifications, personal development, pre-professional activities, and life experiences and how it relates to a career in osteopathic medicine.
As a matter of policy, TCOM does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age or disabilities, and religion in its application and admission processes. As a state-supported medical school, TCOM is required to fill 90 percent of each entering class with Texas residents. The remaining 10 percent may be filled by non-residents with outstanding credentials.
International Students Accepted? Does Not Accept International Students
Are Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) students considered for admissions? No
Application Interview Format: Multi-Mini Interviews (MMI)
Early Decision Program (EDP)
EDP Offered? Yes
Admissions EDP Available For
Both In-state and Out-of-State
EDP Application Due Date
August 1, 2025
EDP Supplemental Materials Due
August 15, 2025
EDP Applicants Notified
September 15, 2025
EDP Applications Submitted To Other
Supplemental Application
Supplemental Application Required? Yes
The secondary application is available online on the UNT Health Science Center web site.Earliest Supplemental Application Submission Date: May 1, 2025
Supplemental Application Deadline: October 15, 2025
Supplemental Application Sent To: All Applicants
The secondary application is available online on the UNT Health Science Center web site.Supplemental Application Fee: $50
Supplemental Application Fee Refundable? No
Supplemental Application Fee Waiver Available? Yes
A limited number of fee waivers are available. Applicants must provide evidence of economic need. Applicants who wish to be considered for a fee waiver must contact the admissions office.Orientation/Start Date for First Year Students
July 6, 2026
Deferred Entrance Requests Considered? Yes
TCOM will consider one-year deferment requests if made on or before June 1. A $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required to hold a seat in the next class.Applicants are offered admission in accordance to the schedule outlined among the participating medical schools in the Texas Medical and Dental Schools Application Service.
Oldest MCAT Considered: January 1, 2021
Latest MCAT Score Accepted: September 13, 2025
Accepted Sources for Letters of Recommendation
- Interfolio
- Paper
- TMDSAS
Main Admissions Contact
(817) 735-2003
Phone
Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid
2025-2025 Academic Year
In-State Tuition
$13,078
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,766
Annual Fees
In-State Resident Fees
$6,690
Out-of-State Resident Fees
$6,690
Health Insurance Fee
$2,868
Tuition Fees Include
Estimates, Deposits, and More
Estimated Annual Room Board, Books, and Living Costs
$TBA
Average Graduate Indebtedness
$109,994
Acceptance Deposit
$0
Additional Deposit
$0
Deposit Applied to Tuition? No
There is no deposit fee at UNTHSC-TCOM.Deposit Refundable? No
Financial Aid Website http://www.unthsc.edu/financial-aid/
Percent of Enrolled Students with Financial Aid 87%
Scholarships Offered? Yes
Annual Scholarship/Grant Per Student: $4,567
