Letter of Recommendation Requirements
Geisel prefers a committee letter. Applicants without committee access should submit at least three individual letters including two science faculty letters and one from a clinical or service supervisor. Up to six letters are accepted through AMCAS.
Who Should Write Your Letters
Given Geisel's community and collaboration emphasis, letters from people who can speak to the applicant's ability to work in teams, mentor peers, or contribute to group settings are particularly valuable. Faculty letters provide academic credibility, while service and clinical letters demonstrate patient-centered values.
How to Submit Letters to Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine
Letters are submitted through AMCAS. Review Geisel's secondary application each cycle for updates.
Tips for a Strong Letter Package
Geisel's location in rural New Hampshire and its community health programs attract applicants with rural health or primary care interests. If you have experience in rural health, community health centers, or similar settings, a letter from a supervisor in those contexts can be effective.
Verify current requirements: Medical school admission requirements change by cycle. Always confirm letter requirements directly on Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine's official admissions website and through the current AMCAS instructions before submitting your application.