Admission Requirements

Requirements for admission to the MD-PhD Program include a strong academic record, as assessed by the GPA, letters of recommendation (including at least one from a research mentor), evidence of ability to succeed in a research environment, as indicated by previous laboratory experience. MCAT scores constitute part of the requirements. No GRE scores are required.

Required course work: General Biology with lab (2 semesters), General Chemistry with lab (2 semesters), General Physics with lab (2 semesters), Organic Chemistry 1&2 with lab (2 semesters), Biochemistry (1 semester), English (2 semesters; college level intensive writing courses may be substituted for English).

Recommended Coursework: Calculus (1 semester), Genetics (1 semester), Statistics (1 semester), Anatomy (1 semester), Physiology (1 semester), Sociology and/or Psychology (1 semester).

Specific requirements may be waived or imposed at the discretion of the Admissions Committee on an individual basis. All applicants are also encouraged to complete courses in social or cultural fields and those that generally broaden their academic background. Non-science applicants are given equal consideration if they have demonstrated academic excellence.