Virginia Commonwealth University MMI: format, dates and how to prepare for 2027

The interview

For 2027 entry, Virginia Commonwealth University interviews applicants with a multiple mini interview (MMI), held virtually.¹

Tests and requirements

• Requires Casper.²
• Doesn’t list as required the AAMC PREview exam.²
• Requires the MCAT.²

Key dates

Aug 1, 2026

AMCAS Early Decision deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Early Decision offer date

Oct 15, 2026

AMCAS primary deadline

Oct 16, 2026

Regular offer dates

Jan 30, 2027

Supplemental application deadline

Dates from official admissions sources.²

How to prepare

An MMI is a series of short, timed stations, each with its own interviewer and scenario. The AAMC describes typical MMIs as 6 to 10 stations of about five minutes each, though timing varies by school.³ Practice reading a prompt, deciding your position quickly, and talking through the issue, the people involved, what you’d do and why.

For a virtual interview, the AAMC recommends a computer or tablet over a phone, with the camera at eye level.⁴

Expect to be asked why Virginia Commonwealth University. Its mission is a good place to start: “The VCU School of Medicine's mission is to improve health through exceptional and innovative discovery, training and patient care.”⁵ Connect it to something specific you’ve done.

For requirements, statistics, deadlines and tuition, see the full Virginia Commonwealth University profile in Sandbox Atlas.