Overview
Founded in 1963 as Mount Sinai School of Medicine, the institution was renamed the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 2012 following a landmark $200 million gift from financier Carl Icahn. Built on the foundation of Mount Sinai Hospital, established in 1852, the school has grown into one of the nation's leading centers for medical education, biomedical research, and clinical care, consistently ranking among the top medical schools for NIH funding. It is best known for its research strengths in genomics, immunology, neuroscience, and precision medicine, as well as its integration with the Mount Sinai Health System, one of the largest healthcare systems in the United States.
At a Glance
| Type | Private Research |
| Location | New York, New York |
| Founded | 1963 |
| Total students | 1,400 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 1:5 |
| Acceptance rate | 4% |
| Graduation rate | 97% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $59,600 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $59,600 |
| Room & board | $18,000 |
| Average financial aid | $45,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 75% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.80 |
| Regular deadline | October 15 |
Top Programs
- Medicine (MD)
- Biomedical Sciences PhD
- Genetics and Genomic Sciences
- Neuroscience
- Immunology
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.