Are you a local or international student looking for a medical school in the United States? If studying for a career in medicine is your ultimate dream, Arizona has several options for students pursuing an M.D. or D.O. degree. The list below highlights four medical schools and training options in the state; it is not exhaustive. Arizona also has other medical education options, including Creighton University’s Phoenix M.D. campus and Midwestern University’s Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in Glendale. You can also explore our guide to the best medical schools in the U.S.
If you live in Arizona or plan to move there, the following schools may be worth considering.
Top Medical Schools in Arizona
1. University of Arizona – Tucson
The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson offers an M.D. program. It also sponsors 67 ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship programs.
In addition to its standard M.D. program, the college offers a three-year Primary Care Accelerated Medical Pathway (PCAMP). Its dual-degree options include M.D./Ph.D. and M.D./M.P.H. programs.
Admissions are competitive. Applicants who are not yet permanent residents may be considered during the application process, but accepted students must obtain permanent residency before medical school begins. Applicants with degrees from outside the United States or Canada must satisfy the college’s U.S. or Canadian coursework requirements.
Applicants apply through AMCAS, submit recommendation letters, provide an MCAT score, and complete an interview process. Financial aid information is available on the college’s website.
2. University of Arizona – Phoenix
Another medical college of the University of Arizona is located in Phoenix. The College of Medicine – Phoenix offers the traditional four-year M.D. program and a three-year Primary Care Accelerated Program (PCAP). It also lists M.D./M.P.H., M.D./Ph.D., and M.D./M.B.A. dual-degree options.
In the traditional M.D. curriculum, Years 1 and 2 comprise the pre-clerkship curriculum. Year 3 includes 44 weeks of core clerkships, followed by the Year 4 curriculum and electives.
Admissions are competitive. According to the college’s admissions summary, updated on March 6, 2026, it received 6,628 applications, offered 535 interviews, and made 148 admission offers.
The college uses a holistic admissions process. Applicants apply through AMCAS, submit at least three recommendation letters, complete a supplemental application, and may be invited to a Multiple Mini-Interview. Financial aid and scholarship information is available on the college’s website.
3. Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine (MCASOM) is a national medical school with campus locations in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona; Rochester, Minnesota; and Jacksonville, Florida.
In April 2026, Mayo Clinic reported that U.S. News & World Report placed MCASOM in Tier 1, the highest tier, in its latest Best Medical Schools: Research ratings. For 2025, MCASOM reported a 3.4% acceptance rate, with 5,921 applications and 204 acceptances across its M.D. and M.D.-Ph.D. programs.
For the class of 2025, Mayo Clinic reported that 96% of students received scholarships and 49% graduated with less than $100,000 in student loan debt. The school also offers nearly 200 academic enrichment opportunities, including advanced degrees, clinical electives, global health experiences, and research experiences.
Applicants should review the current eligibility criteria carefully. These include an eligible citizenship or immigration category, or qualifying financial-aid eligibility for certain foreign nationals; a bachelor’s or Pharm.D. degree from an accredited U.S. or Canadian institution; and an MCAT score of at least 510 from the permitted testing window. Financial aid and scholarship information is available on the school’s website.
4. A.T. Still University – Arizona
A.T. Still University’s School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA) grants the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree and is based in Mesa.
During Years 1 and 2, students complete small-group, case-based learning and specialized workshops on the Mesa campus. During Years 3 and 4, students complete clinical rotations in hospitals and clinics affiliated with ATSU-SOMA’s community partner sites.
ATSU-SOMA also offers a dual D.O./M.P.H. program. Students in the dual-degree program complete online Master of Public Health courses while progressing through the D.O. program.
The admissions committee considers academic achievement, clinical involvement, interpersonal skills, leadership, service, perseverance, maturity, motivation, and knowledge of the osteopathic profession. ATSU-SOMA also provides information about scholarships and financial aid on its website.
Arizona offers several pathways to an M.D. or D.O. degree. Because eligibility rules differ by school, international applicants should carefully review each institution’s admissions requirements before applying.
We hope this article on medical schools in Arizona was helpful. Make sure also to check out our Study in the USA Page and the Available Courses for International Students!
