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
- During the spring of their senior year, select high school finalists are offered an interview at the College of Medicine.
- Students enrolled in the B.S./M.D. programs will receive mentoring from medical students and faculty from the College of Medicine.
- Students will participate in meaningful research, volunteer, and medical experiences.
- Students will have the opportunity to interact with the College of Medicine and its affiliate hospitals.
- Students will be provided individualized pre-medical advising throughout the entire undergraduate program.
Download Program Expectations and Requirements
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum scores: 1490 SAT or 33 ACT
- Weighted High School GPA: 4.30
- Student must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
- Student must be a high school senior.
Application Requirements
- 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. - 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).
- 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).
- CV and LOR must be received no later than 11:59PM EST on Monday, December 2, 2024.
Timeline Date | Timeline Description |
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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.