{"id":2493,"date":"2008-03-17T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2008-03-17T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/med.sites.unc.edu\/mdphd\/nuts-and-bolts\/faqs\/"},"modified":"2025-02-13T17:24:32","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T22:24:32","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/mdphd\/nuts-and-bolts\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>General Information<\/h2>\n<div role=\"tablist\" class=\"panel-group yourcustomclass oscitas-bootstrap-container\" id=\"unc-accordion-0\">\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-0\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-0\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-0\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-0\">\n                How can I get more information about the UNC School of Medicine?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nThe <a href=\"\/mdphd\/\">UNC School of Medicine website<\/a> provides a comprehensive overview of the outstanding educational, clinical service, scholarly, and extracurricular activities available to students. If you still have questions after reviewing the website, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/mdphd\/nuts-and-bolts\/contact\">contact us<\/a>.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-1\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-1\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-1\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-1\">\n                How can I get more information about the UNC Graduate School?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nThe UNC Graduate School website provides a comprehensive overview of the programs and activities available to students. If you still have questions after reviewing the website, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/mdphd\/nuts-and-bolts\/contact\">contact us<\/a>.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-2\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-2\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-2\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-2\">\n                How do I get to the UNC School of Medicine?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/mdphd\/nuts-and-bolts\/contact\">Check out our directions page.<\/a> If you are using a GPS, try using these addresses instead of our mailing address:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Our Building: 101 Manning Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27599<\/li>\n<li>Our Parking Deck: Search: \u201cCorner of East Dr. and Manning Dr.\u201d or \u201cEast Dr. + Manning Dr.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-3\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-3\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-3\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-3\">\n                Does the MD-PhD Program offer tours?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-3\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nDuring the interview season, as part of our Second Look Visit, current MD\/PhD students give accepted applicants a tour of the medical school. Otherwise, we invite you to tour our campus any time on your own. You are also welcome to request a personal tour by sending an email to <a href=\"mailto:uncsomrecruitment@gmail.com?subject=Prospective Medical Student Tour Request\">uncsomrecruitment@gmail.com<\/a>, and a UNC medical student will contact you.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Prerequisites and Requirements<\/h2>\n<div role=\"tablist\" class=\"panel-group yourcustomclass oscitas-bootstrap-container\" id=\"unc-accordion-1\">\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-1-0\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-1-0\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-1\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-1-0\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-1-0\">\n                What are your prerequisites for admission?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-1-0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nThe MD-PhD Program has the same prerequisites as the Medical School. They are described on the Medical School Admissions Website.<\/p>\n<p>For more information about our prerequisites and requirements for admission, click here or <a class=\"external-link\" title=\"Admissions Policies\" href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/admit\/requirements\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">view our full Admissions Policies document here<\/a>.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-1-1\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-1-1\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-1\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-1-1\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-1-1\">\n                What are the mean MCAT score and GPA for accepted students?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-1-1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nOur mean MCAT score is 517, and our mean GPA is 3.8.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-1-2\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-1-2\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-1\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-1-2\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-1-2\">\n                Do I need to submit MCAT or GRE scores?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-1-2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nWe only require MCAT scores for admission. If you have taken the GRE you may provide those scores as well. If you are a student interested in pursuing a non-traditional PhD discipline, you may need to take the GRE for admission to that program. We strongly encourage non-traditional applicants to contact those PhD departments directly in order to fully understand their admissions process and applicant pool.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Applying<\/h2>\n<div role=\"tablist\" class=\"panel-group yourcustomclass oscitas-bootstrap-container\" id=\"unc-accordion-2\">\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-0\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-0\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-0\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-0\">\n                How can I get an application?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nApplications are available online through the <a class=\"external-link\" title=\"AMCAS\" href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/applying-medical-school\/applying-medical-school-process\/applying-medical-school-amcas\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS)<\/a>. If you are interested in applying to the UNC School of Medicine MD-PhD Program, you must submit your application to AMCAS by October 1st. All applicants who submit an AMCAS application will be sent a supplemental application in a subsequent email, which will provide a link for filling it out.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-1\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-1\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-1\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-1\">\n                When is your application deadline?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nIf you are interested in applying to the UNC MD-PhD Program, your AMCAS application must be submitted by October 1st.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-2\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-2\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-2\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-2\">\n                Do you consider reapplicants?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nYes, we do. Reapplicants are limited to an initial application plus three reapplications, for a total of four applications.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-3\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-3\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-3\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-3\">\n                Do you consider students who are not North Carolina residents?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-3\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nYes, we consider all applicants who are citizens of the United States or permanent residents.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-4\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-4\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-4\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-4\">\n                I have already begun a PhD program. May I apply to the MD-PhD Program at UNC?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-4\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nWe consider students who are in their first year of PhD training.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-5\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-5\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-5\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-5\">\n                I have already begun an MD program. May I apply to the MD-PhD Program at UNC?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-5\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nWe consider MD students enrolled at the University of North Carolina for admission. Students must be in the Foundational Phase of the curriculum to be eligible. Please <a class=\"internal-link\" title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/mdphd\/nuts-and-bolts\/contact\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">contact us<\/a> for more information.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-6\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-6\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-6\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-6\">\n                When and how will I hear from UNC?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-6\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nOur staff corresponds primarily through email. If it has been more than six weeks since your application was verified by AMCAS and you still have not heard from us, please email the office at <a class=\"email-link\" title=\"Email us\" href=\"mailto:mdphd@med.unc.edu?subject=Website Inquiry\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mdphd@med.unc.edu<\/a>.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-7\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-7\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-7\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-7\">\n                Am I able to submit updates to my application?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-7\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nWe are unable to accept updates to your application once it has been verified by AMCAS.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-8\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-8\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-8\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-8\">\n                Do I have to select a PhD department when I begin the program?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-8\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nIt is not necessary for applicants to designate a specific program within the Graduate School at the time the application is made to the MD-PhD Program. Students who are interested in departments that participate in the Biological and Biomedical Sciences Program (BBSP) do not need to select their departments until the summer before their first semester of graduate school. Individuals who are interested in departments that do not participate in the BBSP must make their department selection by the end of the first semester of their second year. See our <a class=\"internal-link\" title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/mdphd\/about\/phd-departments\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">section on PhD Departments<\/a> for a detailed list.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-9\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-9\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-9\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-9\">\n                What is the financial package for MD-PhD students at the University of North Carolina?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-9\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nIndividuals accepted into our program receive a yearly stipend of $37,000, tuition, tuition-related fees, and health insurance. Students are responsible for all other charges, including computers, books, and parking.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-10\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-10\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-10\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-10\">\n                What if I am interested in applying to the MD-PhD Program and also to PhD-only programs at UNC?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nIf you wish to apply to both the MD-PhD Program and programs for PhD-only, you must apply to the MD-PhD Program through AMCAS and then to each UNC PhD program separately by submitting applications through the Graduate School. Information on applying to PhD programs at UNC can be found on the <a class=\"external-link\" title=\"Graduate School Website\" href=\"http:\/\/gradschool.unc.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">UNC Graduate School website<\/a>.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-11\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-11\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-11\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-11\">\n                I am also interested in applying to the MD Program at UNC. May I do that?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-11\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nNo. You can only apply to one program or the other.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-2-12\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-2-12\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-2\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-2-12\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-2-12\">\n                What do I do if I have decided to withdraw my application from consideration?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-2-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nIf you decide to withdraw your application from consideration before you have interviewed, please notify us by emailing mdphd@med.unc.edu.<\/p>\n<p>If you have already interviewed and decide to withdraw your application from consideration, please contact the MD-PhD Program office directly at mdphd@med.unc.edu. The deadline for notifying medical schools that you do not intend to matriculate is April 30th.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Interviews<\/h2>\n<div role=\"tablist\" class=\"panel-group yourcustomclass oscitas-bootstrap-container\" id=\"unc-accordion-3\">\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-3-0\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-3-0\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-3\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-3-0\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-3-0\">\n                When do you conduct interviews?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h4>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-3-0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nApplicants interview for our program virtually during one of three interview weekends:\u00a0 one in December and two in January.<\/p>\n<p>Interview weekends begin with a welcome session with program directors and students on Sunday afternoon.\u00a0 On Monday and Tuesday, applicants will participate in formal research faculty interviews, have additional sessions interacting with current students and MD\/PhD program directors, and will also complete formal medical school interviews.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>International Applicants<\/h2>\n<div role=\"tablist\" class=\"panel-group yourcustomclass oscitas-bootstrap-container\" id=\"unc-accordion-4\">\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-4-0\" class=\"panel-heading 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