Application Requirements

Prerequisite Courses

The courses below are required for admission. You may apply while coursework is in progress:

• Prerequisite course grades must be “C” or better.
• The Admissions Committee recommends but does not require human anatomy, physiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and statistics.
• Advanced Placement credits may fulfill prerequisite requirements as long as an upper-level course in that discipline is completed.
• We accept coursework that is graded on a Pass/Fail or Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory basis to fulfill a prerequisite course requirement for courses taken during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• We will accept online coursework including labs recognized and verified by a centralized application service, for courses taken during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Overall GPA and an Overall Science GPA (as calculated by the RFUMS application) of 2.75 or higher in order to be considered for admission

Bachelor’s Degree

To be considered for admission, you must have a BA or BS, or complete the requirements for a bachelor’s degree before enrollment. The degree must be from an accredited institution.

Test Scores

A competitive score on the MCAT exam of 497 or higher is required.

Letters of Recommendation

Either one committee letter or three individual letters of recommendation from persons involved in the applicant’s previous education, healthcare, or service experience.

Transcripts

Official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended, even if a degree was not awarded or expected. They must be sent directly from the institution to grad.admissions@rosalindfranklin.edu. Electronic transcript services (such as Parchment or the National Student Clearinghouse) are preferred. If an electronic option is not available, unopened official transcripts can be sent via mail to:

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Office of Admissions and Enrollment
3333 Green Bay Road
North Chicago, IL 60064

If you have studied outside the U.S., you will need to have your transcripts evaluated for U.S. equivalency using a service like wes.org or www.ece.org.

Experience, Leadership and Volunteerism

Applicants must demonstrate interest in and understanding of the healthcare field and its various components. Applicants should also be able to convey their motivation and commitment to health care as demonstrated by previous employment, volunteer work or other experiences. The Admissions Committee also seeks leadership characteristics through academic or community service activities as well as a commitment to public service through a variety of humanitarian activities.

Communication

The PMP program is designed for students who seek to increase their competitiveness before applying to a professional program. Applicants should demonstrate strong oral and communication skills throughout their application.