Pre-med takes more than grades. BS/MD programs want clear, demonstrated interest
Why It Matters
What is a BS/MD program?
In short, a Bachelor of Science/Master of Science program is a combined undergraduate and medical track that streamlines your path to pursuing a Doctor of Medicine. Whether you want to run your own medical practice one day, work as a primary care physician, specialize in neurosurgery, or do something in between, getting into a BS/MD program provides numerous benefits as you pursue your dream career such as:
Guaranteed medical school admission
Seamless education curriculum
Reduced timeline
Financial benefits
Less pressure during undergrad
Early clinical exposure
Cohort-based learning
Peace of mind
How competitive are BS/MD programs?
BS/MD programs are extremely competitive. Most programs accept only 5-20 students per year (the most selective programs accept less than 5% of all applicants), making them more competitive to get into than some Ivy League schools. If you’re a student looking to increase your chances of acceptance to a top program, you could juggle as many as 12-15 applications.
This process can be overwhelming and requires ample time, effort, and support.
Helping you reach your college dreams
The great news is you don’t have to navigate the BS/MD journey alone. Here at Empowerly, our experienced counselors will collaborate with you on a personalized strategy and guide you through every step of the application process.
Our Results
Empowerly students have gained acceptance to top BS/MD programs over the years
Brown Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME)
University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Baylor College of Medicine
How We Help
Your roadmap for BS/MD admissions
Empowerly Score®
Developed by former admissions officers using real acceptance data, the Empowerly Score® assesses your academics, standardized test performance, extracurriculars, and essays to provide a holistic evaluation of your competitive positioning.
Advice & planning
Whether your college journey begins in middle school or senior year of high school, our holistic approach ensures you’re right where you need to be. From summer programming to AP course selection, our research team and community of experts are ready with insights and advice when you need them.
Comprehensive counseling
Get matched with an experienced, knowledgable BS/MD counselor who will guide you on how to optimize your academic and extracurricular profile for specific requirements, including specialized essays, interviews, supplemental materials, and more that's required by the highly competitive BS/MD programs.
Essay editing
BS/MD programs typically require applicants to complete extensive essays. Beyond the Common App, there are supplemental essays, BS/MD program-specific essays and prompts, plus more for scholarships. It adds up fast.
Our expert editors return feedback within two business days to help every word highlight your strengths and the story that sets you apart.
Admissions Committee Review (AdCom)
Submit your completed application draft to our review committee before you apply. Made up of former admissions officers from top schools, they know exactly what programs look for. You’ll get detailed, constructive feedback in a mock admissions setting—giving you time to perfect your application before hitting submit. It’s one of the most powerful tools in your applicant journey with us.
Clinical & research guidance
Get expert guidance on prep to secure relevant, hands-on medical experience and external research opportunities—adding to your list of qualifying experiences.
Intensive interview prep
Participate in 2 mock interviews to strategize on how to utilize your upcoming interviews to create an edge in the application process, build confidence and polish your responses, and demonstrate a strong commitment to medicine.
Research Scholar Program (RSP)
Work 1-on-1 with a PhD mentor to produce an independently-
developed research project in your field of interest.
Passion Project
Transform your pre-med passion into an impactful project that showcases your creativity and demonstrates your unique story.
The Empowerly Effect
One student’s success story
BS/MD Student
GPA: 4.0
SAT: 1580
AP Courses: 8
Interests/activities: Clinical internship, Science Olympiad, Math team, Soccer team
Overview:
This student had excellent academics but lacked the medical experience that top BS/MD programs expect. With only a school healthcare club on their resume, they felt behind post-pandemic and were eager to build a stronger pre-med profile.
How We Helped:
- Designed a focused summer plan with clinical volunteering in Costa Rica.
- Helped the student gain admission to competitive, medicine-focused summer programs.
- Secured a research role in bioinformatics at a Harvard-affiliated lab.
- Guided the launch of a nonprofit offering free college and career counseling.
- Helped craft a strong personal essay linking faith and science.
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