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All BS/MD Programs: The Complete Guide for Applicants (2026–2027)

A comprehensive guide to every BS/MD and BA/MD combined medical program in the United States — how they work, how competitive they are, what they require, and how to build a winning application. Includes a master program list and school spotlights.

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Dr. Mario Tomei, MD, MBA, MHA, CHSE
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Last updated: August 12, 2026
All BS/MD Programs: The Complete Guide for Applicants (2026–2027)

If you're searching for all BS/MD programs, this guide is your complete starting point. It explains how combined medical programs work, how long they take, how competitive they are, and what separates accepted students from the rest. It is written for high school students, parents, and pre-baccalaureate applicants who want to understand whether a direct or accelerated path to medical school fits their goals — before investing years of preparation in the wrong direction.

Because BS/MD admissions are highly selective and each program has its own structure, requirements, and expectations, knowing the full landscape early can help you build a smarter school list and avoid costly mistakes.


What Is a BS/MD Program?

A BS/MD program — also called a BA/MD, combined medical program, or direct medical program — is a pathway in which students earn both an undergraduate degree and a medical degree through a single, coordinated application. The defining feature is conditional acceptance to medical school built into the undergraduate offer: a student is admitted with a clear route from college into medical school, provided they meet the program's academic and professional benchmarks throughout their undergraduate years.

This is fundamentally different from the traditional path, where a student applies to college, completes a pre-med curriculum, takes the MCAT, and then applies to medical school as a separate, highly competitive process. In a BS/MD program, the medical school seat is reserved — contingent, but reserved.

Across the United States, there are roughly 80 to 120 active combined medical programs, ranging from ultra-selective six-year accelerated tracks to eight-year programs that closely mirror the traditional timeline but eliminate the uncertainty of a separate medical school application.


Program Structures: 6-Year, 7-Year, and 8-Year Options

6-Year Programs

Six-year programs are the fastest options and among the most selective in the country. They compress the undergraduate phase to two years before transitioning directly into medical school. Students in these programs have very little room for a traditional undergraduate experience — broad academic exploration, gap semesters, or pivoting majors are generally not options. The tradeoff is speed: a student can be a practicing physician two years earlier than the standard timeline.

These programs are best suited for students who are absolutely certain about medicine, have already demonstrated significant clinical exposure and academic excellence, and are prepared to move at an accelerated pace from day one.

7-Year Programs

Seven-year programs shorten the path by one year compared with the traditional route. The undergraduate phase is typically three years, followed by four years of medical school. Some schools structure this as an accelerated undergraduate curriculum; others allow students to complete a full bachelor's degree in three years through advanced coursework and AP/IB credit.

Seven-year programs offer a meaningful balance: students still experience a genuine undergraduate education, have time to develop clinically and personally, and save a year compared with the traditional path. Many of the most well-known combined programs — including several Ivy-adjacent and research-intensive options — operate on this timeline.

8-Year Programs

Eight-year programs are closest to the standard college-plus-medical-school timeline but still offer the critical advantage of a reserved seat. Students complete a full four-year undergraduate degree before transitioning to four years of medical school. The primary benefit is not speed — it's certainty. Students can pursue a broad undergraduate education, change majors, take research detours, and develop at a normal pace, all while knowing their medical school seat is secured as long as they meet the program's benchmarks.

For students who want the traditional college experience without the anxiety of reapplying to medical school, eight-year programs are often the right fit.


Conditional vs. Guaranteed Acceptance

A critical distinction that many applicants miss: most BS/MD programs offer conditional acceptance, not fully guaranteed admission. Students must meet specific progression requirements during the undergraduate phase to maintain their medical school seat. Common conditions include:

  • Minimum GPA: Most programs require students to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 to 3.8 throughout their undergraduate years. Falling below this threshold can result in losing the medical school seat.
  • MCAT requirements: Policies vary significantly. Some programs waive the MCAT entirely — a major advantage for students who perform poorly on standardized tests. Others require students to sit for the exam and meet a minimum score (often 510–515) to progress. A handful require the MCAT but do not use it as a cutoff, treating it as a formality.
  • Clinical and professional benchmarks: Many programs require students to complete clinical shadowing, volunteer work, or research during their undergraduate years. Failing to meet these expectations can jeopardize progression.
  • Conduct and professionalism standards: Medical schools take professionalism seriously. Academic dishonesty, disciplinary issues, or conduct violations during the undergraduate phase can result in rescission of the medical school offer.

The bottom line: a BS/MD acceptance is a conditional promise, not a blank check. Students who treat it as a guaranteed outcome and coast through their undergraduate years sometimes lose their seat. The students who thrive are those who continue to perform at a high level and remain genuinely engaged with medicine throughout their undergraduate experience.


Same-School vs. Partnered-School Programs

Same-School Programs

In a same-school model, the undergraduate college and the medical school are part of the same university. A student admitted to, say, Case Western Reserve University's PPSP program attends Case Western for both their undergraduate degree and their medical education. The advantages are significant:

  • Seamless integration: Faculty, advisors, and administrators know the combined program students and can provide targeted support.
  • Consistent culture: Students don't have to adapt to a new institution's culture, expectations, or geography mid-program.
  • Stronger relationships: Building relationships with faculty and clinical mentors over six to eight years — rather than four — creates deeper professional networks.
  • Reduced transition risk: There is no application to a separate institution, no new city to navigate, and no risk of a culture mismatch between the undergraduate and medical school environments.

Partnered-School Programs

In a partnered model, the undergraduate college and the medical school are separate institutions with a formal agreement. A student might complete their undergraduate degree at a liberal arts college and then transition to an affiliated medical school. Examples include the Penn State/Jefferson (Sidney Kimmel) pathway and several programs that partner smaller undergraduate colleges with regional medical schools.

The advantages here are different:

  • Undergraduate experience: Students get the full experience of a dedicated undergraduate institution — often a smaller, more intimate environment — before transitioning to a larger medical school.
  • Geographic flexibility: Students may prefer the undergraduate campus's location, culture, or academic offerings even if the medical school is in a different city.
  • Specialized strengths: Some partnered programs pair a strong research undergraduate institution with a clinically focused medical school, giving students the best of both environments.

Common transition pitfalls in partnered programs: The transition between institutions is the highest-risk moment in a partnered BS/MD program. Students should be aware of: differences in academic culture and expectations between the two schools; logistical challenges of relocating; the psychological adjustment of leaving a familiar environment; and the possibility that the medical school's culture or curriculum doesn't match what the student expected. Visiting both campuses before committing — and speaking with current students in the program — is essential.


How Competitive Are BS/MD Programs?

Combined medical programs are among the most selective pathways in American higher education. Acceptance rates typically range from 1% to 5%, though some published ranges extend to 10% depending on the program and the applicant pool in a given year. For context, AAMC data suggest that only about 3.3% of medical students matriculate through combined BS/MD pathways — meaning the vast majority of physicians took the traditional route.

What Admissions Committees Look For Beyond GPA

Academic performance is the baseline, not the differentiator. Virtually every applicant to a competitive BS/MD program has grades near a 4.0 and strong standardized test scores. What separates accepted students:

  • Authentic clinical exposure: Not just shadowing hours, but evidence that the student has genuinely engaged with patients and can articulate what they observed. Admissions committees are skilled at identifying students who checked a box versus those who were genuinely moved by clinical experience.
  • Maturity and self-awareness: BS/MD programs are committing to a student for six to eight years and then handing them a medical school seat. They want students who demonstrate the emotional maturity to handle the demands of medical training — not just the academic ability.
  • Clear, specific motivation for medicine: "I want to help people" is not sufficient. Committees want to hear specific experiences, specific patients, specific moments that crystallized the decision.
  • Research and intellectual curiosity: Especially at research-intensive programs, evidence that the student can think independently and sustain curiosity over time.
  • Interview performance: Most programs conduct semi-finalist interviews before final decisions. The interview is often the deciding factor among academically equivalent candidates.

Realistic Self-Assessment

Be honest about your profile before applying widely. Many successful BS/MD applicants present unweighted GPAs of 3.8 to 4.0, SAT scores of 1500+ or ACT scores of 34+, and meaningful clinical and research experience accumulated over multiple years. If your profile is significantly below these benchmarks, the traditional pre-med path — with the opportunity to strengthen your application over four undergraduate years — may ultimately give you a better chance of reaching medical school.


School Spotlights

George Washington University — Seven-Year Integrated BS/MD Program

George Washington University's combined program pairs the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences with the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences. The program is structured as a seven-year pathway, with three years of undergraduate study followed by four years of medical school.

Eligibility and competitiveness: GW's program is highly selective, admitting a small cohort each year. Competitive applicants typically present unweighted GPAs near 4.0, SAT scores of 1500+ or ACT scores of 34+, and demonstrated clinical experience. The program looks for students with a clear commitment to medicine and the academic profile to succeed in an accelerated curriculum.

Application tips: GW places significant weight on the personal statement and interview. Applicants should be prepared to speak specifically about their clinical experiences and articulate why the seven-year timeline — rather than the traditional path — is the right fit for their goals. Generic answers about wanting to help people will not distinguish you in this pool.


Sidney Kimmel Medical College — Penn State Accelerated Pre-Medical/Medical Program (PMed)

The Penn State/Sidney Kimmel Medical College pathway is one of the most well-known partnered BS/MD programs in the country. Students complete their undergraduate degree at Penn State University Park before transitioning to Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia.

Major flexibility: Penn State's program is notable for allowing students to pursue a wide range of undergraduate majors — not just biology or chemistry. Students who enter with interests in engineering, economics, or the humanities can maintain those interests while fulfilling pre-med requirements.

MCAT and GPA thresholds: Students must meet minimum MCAT and GPA benchmarks to progress to Sidney Kimmel. The MCAT minimum is typically around 510, and students are expected to maintain a cumulative GPA of approximately 3.5 or higher. These thresholds are firm — students who fall below them risk losing their medical school seat.

Strategic consideration: The transition from State College, Pennsylvania to Philadelphia is a significant geographic and cultural shift. Students should visit both campuses and speak with current program participants before committing.


Baylor University — Baylor2Baylor Program

Baylor University's Baylor2Baylor program is one of the most selective BS/MD pathways in the country, admitting only six students per year. The program pairs Baylor University's undergraduate college with Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.

Admissions profile: With only six seats available annually, the program is extraordinarily competitive. Successful applicants typically present near-perfect academic records, strong standardized test scores, and a compelling personal narrative. The program places particular emphasis on community service and a commitment to underserved populations — applicants who can demonstrate sustained, authentic service work have a meaningful advantage.

Interview preparation: Baylor's interview process is rigorous and designed to assess character, motivation, and maturity as much as academic ability. Applicants should prepare to discuss specific clinical experiences in depth, articulate a clear vision for their medical career, and demonstrate genuine engagement with Baylor's mission of service. Rehearsed, generic answers are easy to identify and will not serve you well in this process.


University of Colorado — Combined BS/MD Program

The University of Colorado's combined pathway is a notable option for students interested in a research-intensive environment in the Mountain West. The program is structured as an eight-year pathway, allowing students to complete a full undergraduate degree before transitioning to the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

Timeline and expectations: The eight-year structure gives students more room to develop academically and clinically than accelerated programs. However, the program still expects students to maintain strong academic performance and complete meaningful clinical and research experiences during their undergraduate years. Some program tracks include summer research or clinical residency expectations that students should factor into their planning.

Competitiveness: As a comparison point, other highly selective guaranteed-entry pathways — including programs modeled on the Pittsburgh school approach — may expect SAT scores of 1500 or higher. Colorado's program is competitive but somewhat more accessible than the most ultra-selective six-student cohort programs.


University of Connecticut — BA/BS and MD Program

UConn's combined program is one of the strongest public university BS/MD options in the Northeast, offering in-state students a path to the UConn School of Medicine at a fraction of the cost of private alternatives.

Special program features: UConn's program is structured as an eight-year pathway and is notable for its flexibility. Students in the honors track have access to a rich undergraduate experience with strong research infrastructure and clinical connections through UConn Health.

Major flexibility: Unlike some programs that restrict students to biology or pre-med tracks, UConn's program allows students to pursue majors outside the traditional science path — including computer science, biomedical engineering, and other STEM fields — depending on the specific program track. Some pathways are more restrictive and favor science or engineering majors, so applicants should review the specific requirements carefully.

Cost advantage: As a public institution, UConn offers dramatically lower in-state tuition than private BS/MD programs. For Connecticut residents, this is a significant financial consideration.


How to Build a Smart BS/MD College List

Recommended List Size

Most BS/MD applicants should apply to 8 to 15 combined programs, supplemented by traditional pre-med colleges as backups. Applying to fewer than eight programs significantly limits your options in a highly selective pool. Applying to more than 15 requires careful management of deadlines, essays, and supplemental materials — and the marginal benefit diminishes quickly.

Structuring Your List

Reach programs (3–5): The most selective programs — Brown's PLME, Baylor2Baylor, Rochester's REMS, programs admitting fewer than 15 students per year. Apply if your profile is genuinely competitive, but don't build your strategy around these.

Target programs (5–8): Programs where your academic profile is at or near the median for admitted students and where you have a genuine connection to the school's mission or structure. These are your most likely acceptances.

Safety programs (2–3): Programs where your stats are above the median and where you would genuinely be happy to attend. Every applicant needs real safeties — schools you'd be proud to attend, not just schools you're using as insurance.

Traditional pre-med colleges (3–5): In the broader college admissions process, most students apply to a mix of direct medical programs and traditional colleges. If you don't receive a BS/MD offer, a strong traditional pre-med program at a well-regarded university gives you the best possible platform for the standard medical school application process. Most future doctors still take this route — and many of them are better physicians for the broader undergraduate experience it provides.

Factors Beyond Rankings

  • Program structure: Does the 6-, 7-, or 8-year timeline fit your goals and readiness?
  • Campus culture: Will you thrive in this undergraduate environment for three to four years?
  • MCAT policy: Does the program waive the MCAT, or will you need to sit for it?
  • Geographic preference: Location affects cost, support systems, and where you'll build your early professional network.
  • Match outcomes: Where do graduates of the affiliated medical school match for residency?

How to Get Into a BS/MD Program

Application Timeline and Milestones

Most applicants begin building their BS/MD profile well before senior year of high school. For students targeting the most selective programs, the process can effectively begin in sophomore or junior year with clinical volunteering, research involvement, and academic acceleration.

The typical senior-year timeline:

  • Summer before senior year: Finalize school list, begin drafting essays, request letters of recommendation
  • August–September: Submit applications (most programs use the Common App with supplemental essays)
  • October–December: Early screening; some programs notify semi-finalists
  • January–March: Semi-finalist interviews at most programs
  • March–April: Final decisions

Competitive applicants typically pair an unweighted GPA of 3.8 to 4.0 with strong SAT (1500+) or ACT (34+) scores. In many programs, most semi-finalist candidates are invited to interview before final decisions are made. The interview is designed to assess dedication to medicine and maturity — not just résumé strength — and accepted students often stand out because they show both clear motivation and genuine readiness for the long training path ahead.

Prioritize Authenticity in Your Narrative

Your application story should feel specific, consistent, and grounded in real experiences — not built around what you think an admissions committee wants to hear. Focus on how your academic interests, clinical exposure, service, and reflections connect to your long-term goals, and make sure that same voice carries through your essays, activities list, and interviews.

Authenticity also means avoiding exaggerated claims or forced "medical" branding in every part of the application. A strong narrative is usually simple: it shows what you did, what you learned, and why those experiences genuinely moved you toward medicine. Admissions committees read thousands of applications. They can identify a manufactured story immediately.


Academic Profile

Target an unweighted GPA of 3.8 to 4.0 as an applicant. Once enrolled, most programs expect students to maintain a GPA of approximately 3.5 to 3.8 to keep their medical school seat. Take the most rigorous coursework available — AP, IB, or dual enrollment courses signal that you can handle an accelerated curriculum. If a program requires standardized testing, strong SAT or ACT scores remain meaningful during the undergraduate admissions process even as their role in medical school admissions has evolved.


Clinical Experience

Meaningful clinical shadowing is essential. Some BS/MD programs offer early clinical exposure during the undergraduate years — a significant advantage for students who want to confirm their commitment before entering medical school. Seek out shadowing opportunities across multiple specialties, not just the one you think you want to pursue.

Hospital volunteering demonstrates sustained commitment and gives you direct patient contact that shadowing alone doesn't provide. Emergency departments, free clinics, and hospice programs are particularly valuable.

Early research involvement strengthens a BS/MD application when it shows genuine curiosity and follow-through. You don't need a publication — but you do need to be able to speak intelligently about what you studied, what you found, and what it taught you about scientific inquiry. Strong research opportunities, including medical research at university labs or through summer programs, can meaningfully differentiate your application.


Extracurricular Strategy

Depth over breadth is the single most important principle for BS/MD extracurriculars. Sustained involvement in two or three meaningful activities — with clear evidence of growth, leadership, or impact — is far more persuasive than a long, shallow list of clubs you joined but never led.

Avoid building an activities list designed to look impressive rather than reflect genuine interest. Admissions committees are experienced at identifying students who accumulated activities strategically versus those who pursued them authentically.

Well-chosen commitments can include service in underserved communities when the work reflects authentic concern about health disparities — not just a line item. A focused record of this kind signals lifelong learning and a real commitment to practicing medicine, not just gaining admission to medical school.


Essays That Stand Out

Your "why medicine" narrative is the most important essay you'll write. It should be specific, grounded in real experience, and honest about the moments that shaped your decision. Avoid abstract statements about wanting to help people or being inspired by a family member's illness without going deeper — those are starting points, not complete answers.

The strongest essays link specific experiences to specific motivations. If a clinical encounter changed how you think about medicine, describe it precisely: what you observed, what you felt, what question it left you with. If a research project shifted your understanding of disease, explain the shift. Committees want to see a mind at work, not a résumé in prose form.


Letters of Recommendation

Choose teachers and mentors who know you well — not the most prominent faculty member you've encountered, but the person who can write specifically and enthusiastically about your character, your intellectual engagement, and your potential as a future physician.

A letter from a science teacher who watched you struggle with a difficult concept and persist through it is worth more than a generic letter from a well-known professor who barely remembers your name.

If possible, include a letter from a healthcare professional — a physician you shadowed, a clinical supervisor, or a research mentor with clinical experience. This letter should speak to your conduct in a clinical environment, your curiosity, and your readiness for the demands of medical training.


Costs, Scholarships, and ROI

Public vs. Private Tuition

BS/MD tuition generally follows the pricing of the undergraduate institution, which means public programs can cost dramatically less than private ones. As a benchmark:

  • University of Rochester (REMS): Listed at approximately $65,870 for 2024–2025
  • Stony Brook University (in-state): Approximately $7,070 per year for in-state students
  • Wayne State University Med-Direct Program: Offers free tuition for 8 students — one of the most financially compelling options in the country for eligible applicants

For families weighing the cost of a BS/MD program against the traditional path, the calculus is complex. A six- or seven-year program saves one to two years of tuition and living expenses. An eight-year program at a public institution may cost less in total than a four-year private undergraduate degree followed by four years of private medical school. Run the full numbers — including opportunity cost — before making a decision based on program prestige alone.

Scholarship Strategies

Many BS/MD programs offer merit scholarships to admitted students. Research each program's financial aid policies carefully, as some programs provide substantial support that significantly reduces the net cost. State-based scholarship programs may also apply to public university BS/MD tracks.

ROI Framing

The return on investment for a BS/MD program is not just financial — it's also psychological. Eliminating the uncertainty of a separate medical school application has real value. Students who know their medical school seat is secured can invest their undergraduate years in genuine intellectual development, clinical growth, and personal exploration rather than optimizing every decision for a future application. That freedom often produces better physicians.


Complete List: All BS/MD Programs

The following is a representative master list of direct-entry and guaranteed-interview combined medical programs in the United States. Programs are organized by structure. This list is not exhaustive — new programs are added and existing programs change their structures periodically. Always verify current program details directly with each institution.

Ultra-Selective Programs (Fewer Than 15 Seats Annually)

ProgramStructureMCAT PolicyNotes
Brown University PLME8-yearWaived~3% acceptance rate; Warren Alpert Medical School
Baylor University Baylor2Baylor8-yearRequired6 students/year; strong service emphasis
University of Rochester REMS8-yearWaived10 students/year; highly selective
Rice University / Baylor College of Medicine8-yearRequiredJoint program; research-intensive

Highly Selective Programs (15–40 Seats Annually)

ProgramStructureMCAT PolicyNotes
Northwestern University HPME7-yearWaivedFeinberg School of Medicine
Case Western Reserve PPSP8-yearRequiredStrong research environment
Boston University MMEDIC7-yearRequiredMinimum score required
George Washington University7-yearRequiredUrban clinical environment
University of Pittsburgh Guaranteed Admit8-yearRequired~1500 SAT benchmark

Competitive Programs (40–80 Seats Annually)

ProgramStructureMCAT PolicyNotes
Penn State / Sidney Kimmel (PMed)8-yearRequired (min ~510)Major flexibility; partnered model
Rutgers NJMS Accelerated Program7-yearRequiredStrong NJ in-state option
University of Connecticut BA/BS-MD8-yearRequiredStrong public option; major flexibility
SUNY Downstate BA/MD7-yearRequiredNYC clinical environment
Stony Brook Scholars for Medicine8-yearRequiredAffordable in-state option
Wayne State Med-Direct8-yearRequiredFree tuition for 8 students
University of Missouri-Kansas City6-yearWaivedOne of the few true 6-year programs
Albany Medical College7-yearRequiredPartnered with Union College
Drexel University BS/MD7-yearRequiredPhiladelphia; clinical access
Temple University Medical Scholars8-yearRequiredStrong urban clinical training
George Mason / Inova8-yearRequiredNorthern Virginia; newer program
Virginia Commonwealth University8-yearRequiredStrong research and clinical access
University of Alabama8-yearRequiredIn-state focus; strong value
University of South Alabama8-yearRequiredGulf Coast; smaller cohort
University of Nevada Las Vegas8-yearRequiredGrowing program; Western option
University of Colorado8-yearRequiredResearch-intensive; Mountain West
University of New Mexico8-yearRequiredStrong rural medicine focus

Note: Program structures, MCAT policies, and seat counts change. Verify all details directly with each institution before applying.


Final Verdict: Is a BS/MD Program Right for You?

Use this checklist to assess fit before committing to a BS/MD application strategy:

Apply to BS/MD programs if:

  • You are certain about medicine and have been for several years — not as a recent decision
  • You have meaningful clinical experience that confirms your commitment
  • Your academic profile (GPA near 4.0, SAT 1500+ or ACT 34+) is genuinely competitive
  • You are comfortable with the constraints of a conditional acceptance
  • The financial or psychological benefit of a reserved seat is meaningful to your situation

Reconsider if:

  • You are still exploring whether medicine is the right path — the traditional route gives you more time to confirm
  • Your academic profile is significantly below the competitive benchmarks
  • You want the full flexibility of a traditional undergraduate experience
  • You are primarily attracted to the idea of skipping the MCAT rather than the program itself

Remember: Most future physicians still take the traditional route — applying to college, completing a pre-med curriculum, and applying to medical school separately. Many of them are better physicians for the broader undergraduate experience that path provides. A BS/MD program is not the only road to medicine, and it is not the right road for everyone.

Reflect carefully on the long-term commitment before you decide. Six to eight years is a long time to be locked into a path you chose at seventeen.


How MedTrack Mentors Can Help With BS/MD Programs

Navigating the BS/MD application process is genuinely complex. The programs are diverse, the timelines are compressed, and the stakes are high. Most applicants — and most families — are doing this for the first time, without a clear sense of what separates accepted students from the rest.

Dr. Mario Tomei, MD, MBA, MHA, CHSE has guided students through BS/MD applications, traditional medical school admissions, and every stage of the pre-med journey. His approach is direct, evidence-based, and grounded in real admissions experience — not generic advice.

What we offer:

  • Free consultation: A no-obligation conversation to assess your profile, identify your gaps, and determine whether a BS/MD strategy makes sense for your goals
  • Essay coaching: Developing a specific, authentic "why medicine" narrative and refining every essay in your application — from the Common App personal statement to program-specific supplements
  • Interview preparation: Rigorous mock interviews designed to simulate the semi-finalist process, with direct feedback on how to present your experiences clearly and compellingly
  • School list strategy: Building a tiered list calibrated to your academic profile, geographic preferences, and program structure preferences — including traditional pre-med backups
  • Full-cycle mentorship: Physician-led guidance through every stage of the BS/MD and medical school application process, with personalized attention to your specific situation

Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Tomei to build a strategy tailored to your profile.


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