Welcome to the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV — the first allopathic medical school in the Las Vegas Valley offering an educational program that includes clinical training experiences and community service throughout all four years of the curriculum. The national accrediting body, Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), cited the Kerkorian School of Medicine as creating a thoughtful and innovative curriculum that is well integrated with the school’s mission.
Applications are accepted annually through the AMCAS primary application service. Please visit the AAMC Pre-Med Live calendar for details. UNLV’s deadline for application each year is October 1st.
Applicant Requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Many of our frequently asked questions can be found on our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) webpage. Future applicants are also encouraged to attend a virtual information session to get comprehensive information about the process and participate in our question-and-answer time at the end of the presentation with our recruitment and admissions staff.
Pre-enrollment Interactions
All interactions with the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine, from inquiry to enrollment, should demonstrate communications and behaviors that align with the Nevada System of Higher Education and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas codes of conduct. Individuals with reported or discovered concerns by the school or actions that fall below expectations and courtesies may lose the privilege of engaging with the school, attending pre-applicant/applicant events, and submitting an application.
Alternate List
The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV Admissions Committee wraps up its season each year by building an alternate list of 70-100 applicants who interviewed during the admissions season. The alternate list is ranked by the admissions committee, however individual rankings are not shared with applicants. As seats open in the cohort, the office of admissions will contact alternate list members to offer them admission.
The alternate list period is typically April to June each cycle. For more information, please visit the Admission Selection Process and Timeline webpage.
Application Policy - Maximum Attempts
The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV Admissions Committee will not review applications from candidates who have interviewed three times (i.e. applied and interviewed in three previous cycles).
This policy is in effect beginning with the 2026-2027 application cycle. If you apply and interview in this cycle, it will count as the first attempt.
Admissions Contact Information
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Students interested in attending the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV are encouraged to fill out the Student Inquiry Form to receive timely updates.
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Interested in attending Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV?
Attend one of our informational sessions. See complete list of events.
Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV Students
Kerkorian School of Medicine will recruit academically talented students from Nevada and surrounding states who represent the diverse population of the region and who demonstrate these core values and characteristics:
- Commitment to service
- Compassion and empathy
- Desire to learn
- Dedication to helping patients and their families
- Resilience and persistence
- Strong communication, social, and leadership
“We want students with the desire to live and work in Nevada once they complete their undergraduate and graduate training.”
Dr. Barbara Atkinson, Founding Dean
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