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Summary
US medical school admissions saw a slight decrease in first-year enrollment for 1986-1987. Despite this, overall enrollment remained high, with women comprising 33.4% of students and underrepresented groups showing increased participation.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education Statistics
- Health Workforce Analysis
Background:
- Data reflects the 1986-1987 academic year for US medical schools.
- Provides statistics on applicants, enrollees, graduates, and faculty.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a comprehensive statistical overview of US medical schools for the 1986-1987 academic year.
- To highlight trends in student enrollment, demographics, and faculty composition.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of application and enrollment data from US medical schools.
- Compilation of statistics on student demographics, including gender and ethnicity.
- Inclusion of data on faculty numbers and program lengths.
Main Results:
- 31,323 applicants, 17,092 accepted, 16,779 first-year enrollees (16,206 first-time).
- 66,142 total students enrolled (33.4% women); 15,872 estimated graduates.
- 10.1% of total enrollment from underrepresented groups (5.8% Black, non-Hispanic); 10.4% of new students (6.1% Black).
Conclusions:
- Medical school enrollment experienced a minor decrease in first-time students.
- Representation of women and underrepresented ethnic/racial groups in medical education is significant.
- Medical school faculty numbers are substantial, supporting education, research, and patient care.
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