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Browse every active BS/MD program. Our BS/MD Programs Database lists every combined Bachelor’s/MD program in the US with acceptance rates, seats per cohort, MCAT requirements, and test-score data — all in one searchable view.
Brown PLME
Case Western PPSP
CUNY Sophie Davis
Penn State / Jefferson
Pitt GAP
Stony Brook Scholars
UMKC 6-Year
Rochester REMS
U Miami
Drexel
Nova Southeastern
Brown PLME
Case Western PPSP
CUNY Sophie Davis
Penn State / Jefferson
Pitt GAP
Stony Brook Scholars
UMKC 6-Year
Rochester REMS
U Miami
Drexel
Nova Southeastern
BS/MD Program Admissions Counseling

Direct Admission to Medical School.From High School.

BS/MD program admissions counseling is one on one guidance for high school students applying to combined bachelor's and medical degree programs. ConnectPrep builds the program list, shapes the essays and "why medicine" story, prepares students for MMI and traditional interviews, and plans the clinical, research and service record these programs expect, starting as early as 9th grade.

1-7%
Acceptance rates at top BS/MD programs. Generic advising won't get you in. Specialized strategy will.
Programs Our Students Have Been Accepted To
PLMEBrown University
PPSPCase Western Reserve
Sophie DavisCUNY School of Medicine
Penn State / JeffersonCombined MD program
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Understanding BS/MD

What Is a BS/MD Program?

BS/MD programs are guaranteed pathways to medical schoolstudents apply once, in high school, and are conditionally accepted to both an undergraduate program and a medical school in a single application cycle.

Once admitted, students complete their bachelor's degree (typically with a guaranteed GPA and MCAT minimum) and then advance directly to medical school, without re-applying, without the stress of a traditional med school application cycle, and at many programs, without the MCAT at all.

The catch: top-tier programs accept between 1% and 7% of applicants. Some receive thousands of applications for fewer than 20 seats. The strategy required to gain admission has almost nothing in common with traditional college admissions, and even less with traditional medical school admissions. It's its own discipline, and that's what we do.

Three Paths to Becoming a Doctor
BS/MD

Direct admission to both undergrad and med school in one application cycle. Many programs waive the MCAT or guarantee a seat with minimum GPA. Most competitive, 1-7% admit rates at top tier.

BS/DO

Same structure as BS/MD but for osteopathic medicine (DO instead of MD). Slightly less competitive entry, equally strong career outcomes.

Pre-Med

Traditional pathway: 4 years undergrad, MCAT, separate med school application. ~40% of applicants gain admission to any U.S. allopathic med school. Most flexibility, most uncertainty.

Programs We Specialize In

BS/MD Programs Where Our Students Have Been Admitted

Each program has its own admit profile, interview style, GPA/MCAT requirements, and "fit." These four are programs where ConnectPrep students have earned acceptance, and we know each one inside out.

PLME
Brown University
~3%
Admit Range
8 years MD No MCAT ConnectPrep Acceptance
~94 admits from ~2,650 applicants. Holistic, narrative-driven application. Self-designed open curriculum. MCAT waived if minimum GPA maintained.
PPSP
Case Western Reserve
~1-2%
Admit Range
8 years MD Research-heavy ConnectPrep Acceptance
Roughly 15-20 admits per year from 1,900+ applicants. Heavy weight on research and academic rigor. Multi-day on-campus interview process.
Sophie Davis
CUNY School of Medicine
~15-18%
Admit Range
7 years MD No MCAT NY only ConnectPrep Acceptance
~175 admits from ~980 applicants. Mission-driven (community medicine). NY State residents only. No MCAT required for advancement.
Penn State / Jefferson
Penn State + Sidney Kimmel Med
~5-7%
Admit Range
7 years MD Clinical-focused ConnectPrep Acceptance
Accelerated 7-year pathway. Pairs Penn State undergrad with one of the most clinically focused medical schools in the nation.
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Additional BS/MD Programs We Advise
We work with 20+ active combined medical programs. Highlights below, book a consult for the full target list.
REMS
University of Rochester · No MCAT
~3-5%
8 years
GAP Program
University of Pittsburgh · PA/OH favored
~5-7%
8 years
CP ACCEPT
Scholars for Medicine
Stony Brook University · NY priority
~5-7%
8 years
UMKC 6-Year
University of Missouri-KC · Accelerated
~5-8%
6 years
CP ACCEPT
U Miami HPME
University of Miami · Miller School
~10-15%
7-8 yrs
Drexel BA/BS+MD
Drexel University · Co-op model
~10-15%
7-8 yrs
Nova Southeastern
Nova SE / Patel COM · FL friendly
~10-15%
7 years
+ 13 more programs
BS/MD, BS/DO & combined pathways
Varies
6-8 yrs

Admit rates are publicly reported ranges that vary year to year. Book a consult for a target list tailored to your candidacy.

Why Specialized Advising Matters

Generic College Advising Won't Get You In.

BS/MD admissions doesn't reward strong students. It rewards strong students who know how to position themselves for these specific programs.

What We EvaluateGeneric AdvisorConnectPrep BS/MD
Program knowledgeTop 20 colleges onlyEvery BS/MD by name
Healthcare extracurriculars"Just volunteer somewhere"Strategic clinical & research planning
BS/MD essay strategyReuse college essaysProgram-specific narrative for each
Interview prepGeneric mock interviewFormat-specific (MMI, panel, traditional)
Test prep integrationSeparate, disconnectedSAT/ACT + MCAT planning aligned
Backup application strategy"Apply broadly"Layered: BS/MD + pre-med strong list
Track recordMaybe a few BS/MD acceptancesPLME, PPSP, Sophie Davis & more
ColumbiaBrownCase WesternJohns HopkinsPennSAT 1590
"I was scoring in the low to mid 1400s but ended up with a 1590. ConnectPrep took college advising and test prep to a new level. I was accepted to Columbia, Rice, Brown, Case Western, Johns Hopkins, Pittsburgh, and Penn."
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Sanika S.: ConnectPrep Student
Case Western PPSPRPI / Albany
"Sophia was able to secure her place in Case Western Reserve University's PPSP and the accelerated medical program at RPI and Albany Medical College. The expertise in understanding the nuanced requirements of these specific programs allowed Sophia to tailor her application effectively."
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Vee G.: Parent of Sophia
NYIT BS/DOSophie Davis Interview
"Jeremy played an instrumental part in helping my son get into the BS/DO direct med program at NYIT. He was also invited to interview at the Sophie Davis direct med program."
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Raj M.: Parent
What We Do

Every Service Your Student Needs to Get In

Program Selection

The wrong target list ends a BS/MD candidacy before the application is submitted. We build a program list that fits your student's academic profile, geographic flexibility, and career goals, and we tell you honestly which programs are realistic.

Honest assessment of candidacy across each program tier
State residency strategy (some programs heavily favor in-state)
BS/MD plus strong pre-med backup list
Timeline and deadline management for every target program
How We Build Your List
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Profile DiagnosticHonest read on GPA, scores, ECs, and how each compares to admit averages at top programs.
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Program MappingMatch your profile to programs where you'd be a real candidate, not just dream picks.
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Backup ListStrong pre-med colleges where you'd thrive even without BS/MD acceptance.
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Final StrategyApplication count, deadlines, and which to prioritize for ED/EA when applicable.

Application Strategy

BS/MD applications require everything a strong college application has, plus a layer of healthcare-specific narrative, clinical exposure, and research positioning that admissions committees specifically look for.

Common App + program-specific supplemental coordination
Clinical hours, shadowing, and research positioning
Activity list curation focused on healthcare commitment
Recommendation letter strategy from medical professionals
Application Components
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Healthcare NarrativeThe "why medicine" story committee members read first and remember last.
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Activity ArchitectureClinical, research, and service experiences positioned as a coherent story.
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Letter StrategyIdentifying and prepping recommenders who can speak to clinical qualities.
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Submission SequencingWhich applications go first, which wait, and why timing matters.

Essay Development

Every BS/MD program has different essay prompts that test different things. PLME wants narrative depth. PPSP wants research thinking. Sophie Davis wants community commitment. We craft essays specific to each.

Personal statement that opens the entire application
Program-specific supplementals, tailored to each school's prompts
"Why medicine" essay variants for different program cultures
Unlimited revisions until each essay is submission-ready
Our Essay Process
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Story MiningSessions to surface the authentic experiences that become compelling essays.
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Narrative ArchitectureStructure the story for maximum impact, what to include, what to cut.
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Draft & ReviseUnlimited rounds until each essay is authentic, specific, and submission-ready.
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Cross-Program StrategyEach essay reinforces, never repeats, the larger application story.

Interview Preparation

Most BS/MD denials happen at the interview stage. The interview is the differentiator, and the format varies wildly across programs (MMI, traditional panel, single interviewer, faculty plus med student). We prepare you for each.

Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) practice: 8-10 stations
Traditional panel interview rehearsal with written feedback
Ethics scenarios and "why medicine" stress tests
Program-specific cultural fit prep
What We Cover
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Format ResearchEach program's specific interview style, what they ask and how they evaluate.
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Story AlignmentInterview answers that reinforce, not repeat, the written application.
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Mock SessionsMultiple practice rounds with real-time feedback and written assessment.
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Final CoachingTargeted work on the 2-3 things that will make the biggest difference.

Test Prep & Profile Building

BS/MD admissions weighs scores heavily. SAT/ACT for entry. MCAT for advancement at programs that require it. We integrate test prep with admissions strategy, these aren't separate workstreams.

SAT/ACT prep with target score modeling for each program
MCAT preparation for programs that require it for advancement
Clinical exposure planning, shadowing, hospital volunteering, scribing
Research opportunity identification and pursuit
Building the Full Profile
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Score TargetsScore thresholds for each program on your list, and how to hit them.
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Clinical HoursStrategic plan for shadowing, scribing, or hospital volunteer work.
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Research PlacementIdentifying labs and PIs accepting high school researchers.
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Academic RigorCourse selection that signals premed preparedness on the transcript.
Year-by-Year Roadmap

BS/MD Doesn't Start Senior Fall.
It Starts in 9th Grade.

9th
Grade

Foundation & Exposure

Strong GPA from day one. First clinical exposure (volunteer or shadowing). Identify whether medicine is a real interest, not just a parent preference.

GPA TrajectoryFirst Hospital VolunteerHonors/AP SelectionSAT/ACT Baseline
10th
Grade

Deepen Healthcare Profile

Clinical hours accumulate. First research opportunity if possible. Sustained extracurricular themes start emerging, committees can spot what's authentic.

Clinical HoursResearch PlacementTest Prep BeginsLeadership Roles
11th
Grade

Lock In Scores & Strategy Most Critical Year

Test scores must be at target by spring. Final program list locked. Essay brainstorming begins before summer. Letters of recommendation lined up.

Final SAT/ACTProgram ListEssay BrainstormRecommender Strategy
12th
Grade

Apply & Interview

Applications submitted in fall. Interviews late fall through winter. Pre-med backup applications stay strong in case BS/MD doesn't land.

Apps SubmittedInterview RoundsBackup SubmissionsPre-Med Strategy
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Accepted

Decision & Enrollment

BS/MD acceptances, waitlists, and traditional college decisions weighed together. We help families make the right call, financial, fit, and future career.

Compare OffersAid NegotiationFinal DecisionMed School Trajectory
Related Services

BS/MD Is Just Part of the Story

Most BS/MD candidates also need test prep, college admissions counseling, and ongoing academic support. ConnectPrep delivers it all under one roof.

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1-on-1 Digital SAT prep with score-tested strategies. Top BS/MD programs require 1500+ SATs.
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1-on-1 ACT prep tutoring. Most BS/MD programs accept ACT in place of SAT, 34+ recommended for top tier.
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For BS/MD programs that require the MCAT for advancement, we provide expert preparation and score-targeted study plans.
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Beyond the classroom

We don’t just talk about impact. We build it.

BS/MD and medical programs look for proof of service, not just interest in medicine. We develop mentorships that are not open to everyone else, open doors through relationships built over 20+ years, and then work alongside each student to solve real world problems with genuine, tangible impact on their community.

Mentorships you can’t apply for

We develop mentorships for our students with people and programs that are not open to the general public, built on our relationships with schools, administrators, colleges and leaders in their fields.

Doors opened, not just pointed to

We make the introduction, prepare the student for the first conversation and stay involved, so a connection becomes a real working relationship.

Real world problems, real solutions

Students take on a problem they care about in their own community and build something that solves it: apps, prototypes, research, nonprofits and public programs.

Impact you can measure

We judge the work by what changes for the people it serves: patients reached, students tutored, families helped. Not by how it reads on an application.

How we work

Execution, not talk.

Plenty of advisors tell students to find their passion and leave the rest to them. We stay in the work with them until it is real.

  1. 01
    Find the problemStart with what the student cares about and where their community actually needs help.
  2. 02
    Build the networkConnect them with mentors, partners and resources so the work is done right.
  3. 03
    Ship itSet milestones, solve the hard parts together and launch something people use.
  4. 04
    Prove the impactTrack real results and share them through competitions, press, publications and applications.

Real problems. Real people helped.

A few of the student projects our advisors have guided from idea to impact.

60+

Rural patients connected to care

A student built a low bandwidth telehealth app that links rural Connecticut patients with volunteer physicians, now active in two counties.

Admitted to Columbia

$80

Prosthetic hand for a classmate

Designed and 3D printed a working prosthetic hand for under $80, then presented it at the state science fair.

Admitted to Johns Hopkins

60+

Seniors trained in digital skills

A weekly tech literacy program at three community centers, featured in local news and still run year round by trained student volunteers.

Admitted to Brown

120+

Middle schoolers tutored for free

A bilingual English and Spanish tutoring nonprofit with 30 volunteer tutors serving Bridgeport students.

Admitted to Georgetown

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Common Questions

BS/MD Questions, Answered

BS/MD program admissions counseling covers every step of applying to combined bachelor's and medical degree programs: choosing which BS/MD and BS/DO programs fit, planning clinical, research and service work from 9th grade on, writing the "why medicine" essays and program supplements, and preparing for MMI and traditional interviews. ConnectPrep works one on one with students in person in Fairfield County, CT and online nationwide.
Both are direct-entry medical programs from high school. BS/MD leads to an MD degree (allopathic medicine); BS/DO leads to a DO degree (osteopathic medicine). Career outcomes are essentially equivalent, both can practice as physicians, both can pursue any specialty. BS/DO programs often have slightly higher admit rates and are an excellent option.
It depends on the program. Some (Brown PLME, CUNY Sophie Davis, Rochester REMS) waive the MCAT entirely if students maintain a minimum GPA. Others still require the MCAT but with an internal score threshold. We map this for every program on your target list.
Ideally 9th or 10th grade. BS/MD applications evaluate sustained, multi-year commitment to medicine, clinical hours, research, leadership, and academic rigor that simply can't be assembled in senior fall. We do work with juniors, but the earlier the better.
Top programs (PLME, PPSP, REMS) typically expect 3.9+ unweighted GPA and 1500+ SAT or 34+ ACT for matriculants. Mid-tier programs are slightly more flexible. Beyond minimums, the application narrative and clinical experience matter enormously, strong scores alone don't get students in.
This is why backup strategy matters. Most BS/MD applicants need a strong pre-med college list as well, schools known for strong med school placement (Johns Hopkins, Penn, Duke, Vanderbilt, top LACs). We build both lists in parallel so families don't end up with no good option in April.
Yes, most of our BS/MD students work with us entirely online via live sessions. Geography doesn't matter. What matters is starting with enough runway to build a real candidacy.
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What BS/MD families say

Verified reviews from real students.

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Google

“She brought her MCAT score up from 501 to 519. She was admitted to the University of Illinois College of Medicine, Loyola Stritch, Rush Medical College, University of Michigan Medical School, and Ohio State University College of Medicine. We could not be prouder.”

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★★★★★
Google

“They helped me raise my SAT to a 1580 and gain acceptance to Washington University in St. Louis, BU, Northwestern HPME, and UIC Honors. The team at ConnectPrep is at another level!”

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Google

“Jeremy played an instrumental part in helping my son get into the BS/DO direct med program at NYIT and was also invited to interview at the Sophie Davis direct med program. He helped with college essays, prep for college interviews, and also cared how my son was doing during this tough period. Jeremy truly loves what he is doing and that is what makes him stand out.”

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BS/MD Program Questions

Direct Medical Programs, Demystified.

What BS/MD actually is, when to start, what scores and activities you need, how MMI interviews work, and what happens if BS/MD doesn't land.

What is a BS/MD program?

A BS/MD program is a guaranteed-admission pathway from high school directly into both an undergraduate degree and medical school.

Also known as Direct Medical, BA/MD, or combined-degree medical programs, BS/MD pathways allow students to:

  • Bypass the traditional medical school application cycle
  • Skip the MCAT requirement in many programs
  • Complete both undergraduate and medical degrees in 6, 7, or 8 years

ConnectPrep maintains the BS/MD Programs Database, a continuously-updated public reference for active US BS/MD programs.

What's the difference between BS/MD and BS/DO?

Both are direct-entry medical programs from high school. BS/MD leads to an MD degree (allopathic medicine); BS/DO leads to a DO degree (osteopathic medicine).

Career outcomes are essentially equivalent, both can practice as physicians, both can pursue any specialty. BS/DO programs often have slightly higher admit rates and are an excellent option for students whose primary goal is becoming a physician.

What is the BS/MD program acceptance rate?

As of the 2025-26 admissions cycle, BS/MD program acceptance rates range from 2% to 7%, making them among the most selective programs in US higher education.

Top programs accept fewer than 5% of applicants annually:

  • Brown University PLME
  • Rice/Baylor Medical Scholars
  • Northwestern HPME
  • Case Western Reserve PPSP

Strategic preparation beginning in 9th or 10th grade meaningfully improves admission probability.

When should a student start BS/MD admissions preparation?

ConnectPrep recommends BS/MD applicants begin building their medical-purpose profile in 9th or 10th grade.

By the start of junior year, successful applicants typically have:

  • Physician shadowing hours across specialties
  • Original research with university or hospital labs
  • Leadership in health-focused nonprofits
  • EMT certification
  • Sustained clinical volunteering

Earlier starts allow time to develop authentic, sustained medical interest signals, the pattern admissions officers prioritize.

What SAT score is needed for a BS/MD program?

Competitive BS/MD applicants typically score 1500 or higher on the SAT, with successful applicants frequently in the 1530 to 1580 range.

Some programs publish minimum thresholds (often 1450), but the practical competitive floor is meaningfully higher. ConnectPrep BS/MD students target 1550 or higher as part of their preparation plan.

What activities do BS/MD applicants need on their application?

Successful BS/MD applicants demonstrate sustained medical commitment across what ConnectPrep terms the Six-Category BS/MD Profile Model:

  1. Research. Original research at universities or hospital labs.
  2. Clinical shadowing. Direct observation with licensed physicians across specialties.
  3. Nonprofit leadership. Founding or leading health-focused initiatives.
  4. Competitive academic activities. Science Olympiad, ISEF, USABO, or comparable rigorous programs.
  5. EMT certification. Hands-on emergency medical training.
  6. Sustained volunteer work. Hospital, hospice, or community health programs.

The pattern of sustained, authentic medical interest matters more than the prestige of any single activity.

Which BS/MD programs accept applications for the 2026-27 cycle?

Active BS/MD programs accepting applications for the 2026-27 cycle include:

  • Brown University PLME
  • Rice University/Baylor College of Medicine Medical Scholars
  • Boston University Seven-Year Liberal Arts/Medical Education
  • Case Western Reserve PPSP
  • Drexel BA/BS+MD
  • George Washington Seven-Year BA/MD
  • Howard University BS/MD
  • Northwestern HPME
  • Penn State/Jefferson Premedical-Medical
  • University of Cincinnati Medical Scholars
  • University of Illinois at Chicago GPPA
  • University of Missouri-Kansas City Six-Year BA/MD
  • Virginia Commonwealth University Guaranteed Admission

ConnectPrep maintains the continuously-updated BS/MD Programs Database as a public reference for families researching the full landscape of active programs.

What is an MMI interview, and how do you prepare for it?

The Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) is a structured interview format used by many BS/MD programs and medical schools. Applicants rotate through 6 to 10 short stations (typically 7 to 8 minutes each) presenting ethical dilemmas, role-plays, and behavioral scenarios.

ConnectPrep MMI preparation centers on the Four-Principle Ethical Reasoning Framework:

  • Autonomy
  • Beneficence
  • Non-maleficence
  • Justice

Mock stations cover documented scenarios spanning medical ethics, public health policy, end-of-life care, healthcare access, and physician-patient communication, with real-time feedback on reasoning, communication, and composure under structured interview pressure.

How is BS/MD admissions different from regular pre-med?

BS/MD admissions is a single high school application that secures both undergraduate and medical school admission, eliminating the need for a separate medical school application cycle four years later.

BS/MD pathway: One application in 12th grade. Often skips the MCAT. Significantly more competitive at the high school stage with single-digit acceptance rates.

Traditional pre-med pathway: Requires strong undergraduate GPA, MCAT preparation, clinical hours during college, and a separate AMCAS application during junior year of college.

BS/MD offers certainty; pre-med offers flexibility. ConnectPrep counselors model both pathways against each student's profile and risk tolerance.

What if BS/MD doesn't work out?

Most BS/MD applicants need a strong pre-med college list alongside their BS/MD applications. ConnectPrep builds both lists in parallel so families don't end up with no good option in April.

Strong pre-med backup schools typically include:

  • Schools known for strong medical school placement. Johns Hopkins, Penn, Duke, Vanderbilt, WashU
  • Top liberal arts colleges with strong pre-med advising. Williams, Amherst, Pomona, Swarthmore
  • Flagship state universities with honors colleges

The dual-track strategy ensures every BS/MD applicant has a clear path forward whether or not they receive a BS/MD acceptance.

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Jeremy M. Fine, founder of ConnectPrep
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Jeremy M. Fine, Founder of ConnectPrep · BA, Washington University in St. Louis · MPA, University of Pittsburgh

Jeremy founded ConnectPrep in 2013 and has 20+ years in test prep, tutoring and admissions. He designs and oversees every ConnectPrep program. Last updated .

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