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BS/MD Programs In The Southwest

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Gelyna Price

  • October 10, 2022

Do you want to enroll in BS/MD program? Are you  looking for the best opportunity in Southwest? A bachelor of Science and Doctor of medicine degree can open great horizons for your. These programs can be as long as eight years. For the first four years of the degree you will need to complete your undergraduate education and then your medical degree for the rest of the four years. This saves you from the hassle of completing both the degrees separately. 

A large number of students want to enroll in BS/MD program, and it is a very poular program in the Soutwest. 

BS/MD Programs In The Southwest 

Students must choose their BS/MD programs carefully, and many Soutwest universities offer them. Let’s take a look at some of these Southwest Schools and the B.S. MD programs they offer: 

California Northstate University/ CNU College of Medicine 

Duration: 6-7 years 

Min GPA: 2.7 

Min Test Scores: ACT 23 SAT 1130

The BS/MD program at California Northstate University and CNU College of Medicine offers an enriching program that focuses on disciplines such as Human Biology, Biopsychology, Health Science Administration, and more. The program helps students get a priority interview in some of the best medical schools for future residencies. The school works on high-impact learning. However, only a chosen group of students can make the most of this opportunity. 

University of Colorado School Of Medicine 

Duration: 8 years

Min GPA: 3.7

Min Test Scores: ACT 26 – 31 SAT 1200 -1300

This program collaborates with the University of Colorado Denver and Anschutz Medical Campus. This program is available for only ten students who reach the academic level as expected by the schools. Moreover, this program is only limited to students who reside within Colorado. 

Those who make it to the program earn the right to a reserved spot at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, but they need to meet the requirements properly. 

Interested students can attend the Pre-Application Information sessions and get an insight into the program and what they can expect from it. 

California Northstate University College of Medicine

Duration: 7 years

Min GPA: 3.75 

Min Test Scores: 1360/1400 SAT, 31 ACT 

This is a special program for undergraduate students who want to pursue their careers in the medical field. The aim of the program is to give students the opportunity to become experienced physicians and go on to have fulfilling careers. Students must have exceptional academics to be a part of this program and they must also perform well in the interview so they can get a place in the select few who qualify for the program.  

University Of New Mexico School of Medicine   

Duration: 8 years

Min GPA: 3.5 

Min Test Scores: ACT 22 SAT 510 Math, 450 Reading 

This program is designed exclusively for undergraduate students who are sure they want to continue their careers in medicine. The program curriculum consists of students first getting their bachelor’s degree from the College of Arts and Science over four years, and then they can move on to the New Mexico School of Medicine and complete the rest of their degree there. 

Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine 

Duration: 8 years

Min GPA: 3.5 

Min Test Scores: ACT 29 SAT 1330

The Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine offers an 8-year-long degree where students can complete their bachelor of science and then the Doctor of medicine degree. To apply for this program students need to be in the final year of their high school and should have the right academic achievements to make it. 
Are you struggling with choosing from different Southern universities? Don’t worry. We can help you out. We understand just how intimidating it can be to choose a school on your own, and that is why we offer our expert career advisors help so you make the decision that will help you in your future and make sure you end up on the top.

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