Overview
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine was founded in 2016 in Las Cruces, New Mexico, as a private, non-profit medical school established through a partnership with New Mexico State University to address physician shortages in the Southwest. In 2023, the college opened a second campus in Melbourne, Florida, in partnership with Florida Institute of Technology, extending its mission of training osteopathic physicians to serve rural and underserved communities. The school emphasizes a holistic, patient-centered approach to medicine, combining rigorous biomedical training with early clinical exposure.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Melbourne, Florida |
| Founded | 2023 |
| Total students | 160 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 8:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 5% |
| Graduation rate | N/A |
| Average starting salary | N/A |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $63,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $63,000 |
| Room & board | $15,000 |
| Average financial aid | $40,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 90% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.55 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Primary Care Training
- Rural Medicine Pathway
- Clinical Research
- Biomedical Sciences
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.