Admissions
Assistant Dean of MD Admissions | Dr. Remo Panaccione
Welcome Future Students
Welcome to MD Admissions at the University of Calgary’s Cumming School of Medicine. We are delighted that you are considering a career in medicine and exploring the possibility of joining our learning community. Choosing medicine is a significant and deeply personal decision; one that reflects a commitment to service, lifelong learning, collaboration, and improving the health and well-being of individuals and communities.
A career in medicine offers the privilege of making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Physicians are entrusted not only with the care of patients, but also with advancing knowledge, supporting health-system improvement, advocating for communities, and contributing to a more equitable and compassionate society. We seek applicants who bring a broad range of experiences, perspectives, strengths, and aspirations, and who share a genuine commitment to serving others.
We recognize that the admissions process can feel both exciting and challenging. The Office of MD Admissions is here to support you by providing clear, accurate, and timely information throughout each stage of your application journey. Our goal is to ensure that all applicants understand the process, feel welcomed, and have access to the guidance and resources needed to submit a thoughtful and complete application.
We encourage you to explore the information available on this website and to become familiar with our admissions requirements, policies, pathways, and timelines. Whether you are beginning to consider medicine or preparing to submit your application, we hope you will find the process informative and supportive.
On behalf of the Office of MD Admissions, we warmly welcome you and wish you every success as you take this important next step.
The Office of MD Admissions
Important MCAT information:
- Those applicants intending to apply to the Cumming School of Medicine MD Program in 2025 or later should be aware that only the “new” MCAT will be accepted.
- The last MCAT exam sitting we will accept for the 2026 application cycle will be August 28, 2026.
Information for the Class of 2029
- The MD Program will commence with mandatory Orientation on July 2, 2026.
- Application deadline for the 2026-2027 cycle is October 1, 2026.
MD Admissions Assistant Dean’s Overview
Dr. Johnson’s online information session for the 2026 – 2027 cycle is scheduled for September 9, 2026 – 5:00PM – 7:00PM MDT.
Participation in Rural Rotations
In the Faculty’s response to rural social accountability, the program provides teaching at several regional centres such as Medicine Hat, Lethbridge, Red Deer, Yellowknife and rural sites such as Brooks, High Level and Pincher Creek. All students should expect to do from 8-16 weeks of their clinical experience (pre-clerkship and clerkship) outside the city of Calgary except in unusual circumstances. The UCLIC provides a further option for a longer rural training experience.
Southern Alberta Medical Program
The Southern Alberta Medical Program (SAMP) will train undergraduate medical students at the University of Lethbridge and in rural communities across southern Alberta. It is one of two Rural Medical Education Program Training Centres in Alberta. Learners will train alongside other health-care professionals, gaining practical medical experience. The program will enrol learners who are identified as being likely to practice in rural areas upon graduation. Training these future doctors in southern Alberta will improve the availability of physicians in rural Alberta in the future.
Pathways to Medicine
The Pathways to Medicine Scholarship program is designed for graduating high school students with an explicit interest in pursuing a career in medicine. The program will provide financial support to assist with tuition and fees (four years, undergraduate program), a relocation allowance and a paid summer internship after the third year, along with support and mentorship from faculty, students and the community.
Black Applicant Admissions Process
On June 15, 2020, the Calgary Black Medical Students’ Association (BMSA) released its Calls to Action to address institutionalized racism in medical education and health care. In response to one of the Calls to Action — increase diversity in student body and admissions committee — the Cumming School of Medicine, in collaboration with the Calgary BMSA, has established an optional Black Applicant Admissions Process for those who apply to our Undergraduate Medical Education program.
Indigenous Health Program
The Indigenous Health Program is committed to supporting Indigenous learners and confronting issues faced by Indigenous people in the healthcare system. The program’s services and initiatives seek to address the under-representation of Indigenous people within the profession of medicine and promote health service quality improvements for all Indigenous people through professional education.
Contact Information
Office of MD Admissions
Room G212 - Health Sciences Centre
University of Calgary
Cumming School of Medicine
3330 Hospital Drive NW
Calgary AB T2N 4N1
Office Hours: Monday to Friday
8:30 - 4:30 pm
Email: ucmedapp@ucalgary.ca
Tel: 403-220-4262
Fax: 403-210-8148