Dates and Events
Review important admissions dates, application deadlines, and upcoming events for applicants to the Foster School of Medicine. Applicants are responsible for submitting all required materials by the published deadlines.
Dates may vary by application cycle. Applicants should also review current TMDSAS instructions and official communications from the Office of Admissions.
Application Dates and Deadlines
The dates below reflect the typical Foster School of Medicine admissions cycle pattern. Exact dates shift slightly from year to year — review TMDSAS's official deadlines page to confirm current-cycle dates before you apply.
| Typical Date | Application Item | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| May 1 | TMDSAS filing period and secondary application open | Applicants may begin submitting the primary TMDSAS application; the Foster School of Medicine secondary application also opens. |
| July 1 | Interview period begins | Selected applicants may be invited to interview beginning this date. |
| October 1 | TMDSAS application deadline | Deadline to file the primary TMDSAS application. |
| October 15 | Pre-match offer period begins | Pre-match offer period opens for Texas and non-Texas residents. |
| December 1 | Secondary application deadline | Deadline to file the Foster School of Medicine secondary application (5 p.m. MST). |
| Late January | TMDSAS match preference deadline | Deadline for applicants to submit ranked TMDSAS school preferences. Confirm the exact date on TMDSAS's deadlines page — it moves by about a day each year. |
| January 31 | Pre-match offer period ends (Texas residents) | Pre-match offer period closes for Texas residents. |
| Mid-February | TMDSAS match results announced | Applicant match results are announced; a rolling admissions process fills remaining positions. Confirm the exact date on TMDSAS's deadlines page. |
| May 15 | Seat deposit deadline | Deadline to submit a deposit to hold a seat in the incoming class. |
Upcoming Admissions Events
No admissions events are currently scheduled. The Office of Admissions typically holds an Application Workshop for first-time applicants and a Re-application Workshop for returning applicants each spring, along with the Medventure for Your Future outreach event each January. Event dates, registration, and virtual options are announced closer to each event.
Event Accessibility
Applicants who need an accommodation to participate in an admissions event should contact the Office of Admissions before the event date.
Next Steps
Use these resources to prepare for application deadlines and upcoming admissions events.
How to Apply
Review application steps, required materials, and submission instructions.
Admission Requirements
Review required coursework, testing expectations, and applicant eligibility.
Admissions Process
Learn how applications are reviewed, how interviews work, and how admissions decisions are made.
Contact Admissions
Contact the Office of Admissions with questions about deadlines, events, or accommodations.