Cal Northstate

Beautiful weather, sunny beaches, great food, vibrant culture - who wouldn’t want to spend 4+ years living and training in California? Whether you’re an in-state applicant who’s desperate to say close to home or an out-of-state applicant looking for a new adventure during medical school, the 16 California medical schools draw a lot of attention and receive a bevy of applicants every year. So, how exactly do you get into a California medical school? Well, it’s not that simple of an answer, mainly because the 16 schools are so different. But we’re here to offer a general breakdown of what it takes to get into a California medical school, with relevant data and key information about each institution!

On Game of Thrones, “Winter is coming” is a catchphrase used to warn characters of impending doom. But in the case of medical school admissions, “Summer is coming” would be far more apt. Summer means you'll be getting secondaries soon, and you better not underestimate them!