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Application Requirements
Prerequisite Courses
The courses below are required for admission. You may apply while coursework is in progress:
| Prerequisite Courses | Semester | Quarter Hours |
| Biology or Zoology with Lab | 1 year / 2 semesters | 12 |
| General/Inorganic Chemistry with Lab | 1 year / 2 semesters | 12 |
| Organic Chemistry with Lab | 1 semester | 6 |
| Physics with Lab | 1 year / 2 semesters | 12 |
| Behavioral/Social Sciences (first-year Psychology and Sociology recommended) | 1 course | 4 |
- 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 RFUCAS) 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
Applicants must submit official transcripts submitted from each college, university and community college previously attended.
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.