Bachelor's/M.D. Dual Degree Programs

The Schmidt College of Medicine offers programs which allow outstanding students the opportunity to achieve their B.S. and M.D. degrees in 7-8 years. Students admitted into these highly selective programs will be offered conditional admission*  to the Schmidt College of Medicine provided they maintain the required program standards. Each student will work closely with the programs’ faculty and staff to develop an individual education plan and to ensure a smooth transition if accepted into the College of Medicine.

*Upon completion of program requirements (please see below for more details).

Programs

Med Direct

7-8 year B.S./M.D. program is a collaborative effort between the College of Science and College of Medicine, offered on the Boca Raton Campus.

Wilkes Medical Scholars

7-8 year B.S./M.D. program is a collaborative effort between the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College and College of Medicine, offered on the Jupiter Campus.

Program Highlights

  1. During the spring of their senior year, select high school finalists are offered an interview at the College of Medicine.
  2. Students enrolled in the B.S./M.D. programs will receive mentoring from medical students and faculty from the College of Medicine.
  3. Students will participate in meaningful research, volunteer, and medical experiences.
  4. Students will have the opportunity to interact with the College of Medicine and its affiliate hospitals.
  5. Students will be provided individualized pre-medical advising throughout the entire undergraduate program.

Download Program Expectations and Requirements

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  1. Minimum scores: 1490 SAT or 33 ACT
  2. Weighted High School GPA: 4.30
  3. Student must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
  4. Student must be a high school senior.

Application Requirements

  1. To be considered for the B.S./M.D. Program, you must submit your FAU application no later than 11:59 PM, EST on Monday, November 25, 2024 to FAU Undergraduate Admissions as a Freshmen/First Year Student.
    *Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for admission first. Then complete the SSAR and submit test scores. From there you will be directed to the applicant portal with a link to the BSMD application.
  2. A Curriculum Vitae (CV) from applicant must be emailed to faubsmdprograms@fau.edu. In the subject line type: CV-BS/MD Program (Insert Applicant Name).
  3. One Letter of Recommendation (LOR) uploaded as a pdf file, from a counselor or high school teacher, must be sent by the letter writer to faubsmdprograms@fau.edu. In the subject line type: LOR-BS/MD Program (Insert Applicant Name).
  4. CV and LOR must be received no later than 11:59PM EST on Monday, December 2, 2024.

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Timeline for AY 2024-2025*
Timeline Date Timeline Description
September 9, 2024 Application Opens
November 25, 2024 FAU and B.S./M.D. Application due
December 2, 2024 CV and LOR due by 11:59PM EST
December 3, 2024 - January 13, 2025 Program Committee reviews applications
January 16, 2025 - January 27, 2025 Invitations to interview will be sent to applicants
February 2025 Interviews will be conducted virtually
March 2025 Decisions released to applicants

*Timeline subject to change

Contact BS/MD Program

Please contact faubsmdprograms@fau.edu to receive more information about the Bachelor's/M.D. Programs.

Additional Information
The Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine offers students a variety of educational programs and degrees.
Address
Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine
Florida Atlantic University
777 Glades Road, BC-71
Boca Raton, FL 33431