The Ultimate Guide to BS/MD and BA/MD Programs in the U.S. (2025 Edition)

For high school students aspiring to become doctors, the traditional path—four years of college followed by four years of medical school—can seem long and uncertain. That’s where combined BS/MD and BA/MD programs come in. These selective programs allow students to secure a spot in medical school directly from high school, often with reduced stress and clearer direction.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover every major BS/MD and BA/MD program currently offered in the United States as of 2025. This guide is organized by region and includes each program’s length, admission stats (GPA, SAT/ACT), curricular requirements, and extracurricular expectations.

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🧭 What Is a Combined BA/MD or BS/MD Program?

A BA/MD or BS/MD program combines undergraduate education with medical school. Upon admission, students secure either a conditional or guaranteed seat in a medical school. These programs typically take 6 to 8 years to complete, with some programs accelerating the undergraduate portion into just 2 or 3 years.

Benefits of these programs include:

• Reduced application stress (no need to reapply to med school later)
• Earlier clinical exposure
• Structured academic guidance
• Potential time/cost savings in accelerated options

However, these programs are extremely competitive, with many admitting fewer than 10 students per year. Admitted students usually have near-perfect grades, high test scores, and exceptional extracurricular records.

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📍Northeast & Mid-Atlantic Combined Programs

1. Brown University – Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME)

• Location: Providence, RI
• Length: 8 years
• Admission Rate: ~2% (~60 students admitted)
• Stats:
  • SAT: ~1510–1520 (ERW ~740, Math ~770)
  • ACT: ~34–35
  • GPA: Unreported, but presumed ~3.9+
  • Top 1–3% class rank
• Coursework: AP/IB rigor expected
• Extracurriculars: Research, leadership, healthcare volunteering, arts/sports honors
• MCAT: Not required

2. University of Rochester – Rochester Early Medical Scholars (REMS)

• Location: Rochester, NY
• Length: 8 years
• Admission Rate: ~2% (~10 students/year)
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.95 (top 3%)
  • SAT: 1440–1550
  • ACT: Low-to-mid 30s
• Coursework: AP/IB Bio, Chem, Calc strongly preferred
• Extracurriculars: Shadowing, hospital volunteering, research, and leadership
• MCAT: Required

3. Albany Medical College Partner Programs (with RPI, Union College, Siena College)

• Location: Albany, NY
• Length: 7 or 8 years
• Admission Requirements:
  • Minimum SAT ~1400, ACT ~30
  • GPA ~3.8+
  • Class rank: Top 10%
• Extracurriculars: Medical volunteering, clinical exposure essential

4. Hofstra University 4+4 Program (with Zucker SOM)

• Location: Hempstead, NY
• Length: 8 years
• Minimum Requirements:
  • SAT: ~1410 (competitive ~1500+)
  • ACT: ~32+
  • GPA: ~3.7+
• MCAT: Required (80th percentile or higher)
• Extracurriculars: AP/honors courses, healthcare volunteering, research

5. CUNY School of Medicine (Sophie Davis Biomedical Education Program)

• Location: City College of New York
• Length: 7 years (5 undergrad, 2 med school)
• Eligibility: New York residents
• Minimum GPA: ~3.5
• SAT: Recently optional; earlier admits had ~1400–1500
• Focus: Community health, underserved populations
• MCAT: Not required

6. Brooklyn College BA-MD Program (with SUNY Downstate)

• Location: Brooklyn, NY
• Length: 8 years
• Eligibility: NY State residents
• Stats:
  • SAT: 1350–1480
  • GPA: ≥93% (top 5%)
• MCAT: Required

7. University of Pittsburgh – Guaranteed Admissions Program (GAP)

• Location: Pittsburgh, PA
• Length: 8 years
• Stats:
  • SAT: ≥1490
  • ACT: ≥34
  • GPA: Top 5%
• Profile: Often 1550+ SAT, research/volunteer heavy
• Requirements: Maintain 3.75 GPA in undergrad

8. Temple University Health Scholar Program

• Location: Philadelphia, PA
• Length: 7 or 8 years
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.8
  • SAT: ~1400+ (test-optional)
• MCAT: Required (minimum 509)

9. Drexel University BA/BS+MD Early Assurance

• Location: Philadelphia, PA
• Length: 8 years
• Notes:
  • Program paused in 2017, later restructured
  • Typical past admits: SAT ~1450–1500, GPA ~3.8+

10. George Washington University – 7-Year BA/MD

• Location: Washington, D.C.
• Length: 7 years
• Selectivity: ~10–15 students/year
• Stats:
  • SAT: 1350+ (competitive applicants often ~1500+)
  • ACT: 29+
  • GPA: ~3.9–4.0
• MCAT: Practice MCAT required

11. Virginia Commonwealth University – Guaranteed Admission Program

• Location: Richmond, VA
• Length: 8 years
• Requirements:
  • GPA: ≥3.5
  • SAT: ≥1330 or ACT ≥29
• Undergrad: Must maintain GPA ≥3.5 and MCAT ≥508

12. Rutgers University / NJMS – 7-Year Program

• Location: Newark, NJ
• Eligibility: NJ residents
• Stats:
  • SAT: 1500+
  • ACT: 34+
  • GPA: ~3.8–4.0
• MCAT: Required

13. The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) / Rutgers NJMS – 7-Year Program

• Location: Ewing, NJ
• Stats:
  • SAT: ≥1500
  • ACT: ≥33
  • GPA: Top 5%

14. New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) / Rutgers NJMS – 7-Year Program

• Location: Newark, NJ
• Stats:
  • SAT: ≥1400
  • ACT: ≥32
  • GPA: ~3.9
• Extracurriculars: STEM research, healthcare volunteering

15. Rowan University / Cooper Medical School – 7-Year BS/MD Program

Program Type: Accelerated 3+4 Program
Degrees Earned:

• B.S. degree after 3 years at Rowan University
• M.D. from Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU)

Structure & Features:

• Students complete three years of undergraduate study in Biology or Biomedical Engineering at Rowan.
• After meeting academic and MCAT requirements, students transition to CMSRU in year 4.
• A B.S. degree is awarded after successful completion of year 1 of medical school.

Admission Requirements:

• Apply to Rowan University’s College of Science & Mathematics or College of Engineering.
• High academic performance in high school (GPA ≥ 3.8 recommended).
• MCAT required for matriculation to CMSRU.

Estimated Admission Rate: Approximately 3–5% of applicants to the accelerated track are accepted.

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16. Drew University / Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS) – 7-Year BA/MD Program

Program Type: Accelerated BA/MD
Degrees Earned:

• B.A. from Drew University after 3 years
• M.D. from NJMS after 4 years

Structure & Features:

• Students apply directly from high school to both Drew and NJMS.
• Conditional admission to NJMS is granted upon admission to Drew and fulfillment of GPA, MCAT, and pre-med requirements.

Admission Requirements:

• SAT ~1450+ or ACT ~32+ recommended
• Top 10% of high school class
• Strong science background and demonstrated interest in medicine
• Maintain GPA ≥ 3.5 and competitive MCAT score during undergrad

Estimated Admission Rate: <5%, with typically 10–15 students accepted per year.

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17. Montclair State University / Rutgers NJMS – 8-Year BS/MD Program

Program Type: Traditional 4+4 BS/MD Pathway
Degrees Earned:

• B.S. from Montclair State (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Molecular Biology)
• M.D. from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

Structure & Features:

• Students complete a full four-year undergraduate degree at Montclair.
• Conditional acceptance to NJMS is granted if program benchmarks are met.
• Intended for academically exceptional students with strong commitment to medicine.

Admission Requirements:

• Top 10% of high school class or equivalent (≥ B+ average)
• Strong SAT (~1400+) or ACT (~30+) recommended
• Competitive extracurricular profile including clinical experience
• Maintain GPA ≥ 3.5 in undergrad and complete required MCAT with strong score

Estimated Admission Rate: Approximately 2–4%, very competitive.

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18. Caldwell University / NJMS or St. George’s University – 7-Year or Accelerated Programs

a) Caldwell University / NJMS (3+4 BS/MD)

Program Type: Accelerated 3+4 Program
Structure:

• 3 years at Caldwell University
• 4 years at NJMS (conditional admission based on GPA/MCAT)
  Admission Requirements:
• Top high school GPA (~3.8+ unweighted recommended)
• SAT ~1450+ or ACT ~32+
• Strong interest in medicine and relevant experience
• Maintain strong GPA and MCAT score to continue

Estimated Admission Rate: Likely <5%; highly selective due to NJMS standards.

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b) Caldwell University / St. George’s University (2+1+4 Track)

Program Type: Collaborative program with Essex County College
Structure:

• 2 years at Essex County College
• 1 year at Caldwell University
• 4 years at St. George’s University School of Medicine (Grenada)
• B.S. degree awarded after year 1 of medical school

Eligibility:

• Primarily serves students from underserved backgrounds
• Requires strong academic and service profile
• MCAT required before entering SGU medical program

Estimated Admission Rate: Data not publicly available, but typically moderately competitive and mission-driven.

📍Southern Combined Programs (Southeast & South-Central U.S.)

19. University of Miami – Honors Program in Medicine (HPM)

• Location: Coral Gables / Miami, FL
• Length: 7 or 8 years
• Admission Rate: ~4% (10–15 students)
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.9–4.0
  • SAT: ~1500+
  • ACT: ~33+
  • Rigor: Strong AP/IB background
• Extracurriculars: Research internships, clinical volunteering, leadership
• Undergrad Requirement: GPA ≥3.7, MCAT may be required

20. University of South Florida – 7-Year B.S./M.D. Program

• Location: Tampa, FL
• Length: 7 years
• Eligibility: 4.0 weighted GPA & 1500+ SAT or 34+ ACT to apply
• Stats:
  • GPA: Near-perfect
  • MCAT: 516+ required
• Extracurriculars: Research, hospital volunteering, leadership
• Seats: <20 students/year
• Profile: Extremely selective despite strict minimum criteria

21. Florida Atlantic University – Wilkes Medical Scholars Program

• Location: Boca Raton, FL
• Length: 7 or 8 years
• Eligibility: Top 10% class rank, 1340+ SAT / 29+ ACT to apply
• Admitted Stats:
  • GPA: 3.8–4.0
  • SAT: ~1440
  • ACT: ~32+
• Extracurriculars: Healthcare volunteering, research
• Seats: ~5–6 per year (~4–5% admit rate)

22. Augusta University – Medical College of Georgia BS/MD

• Location: Augusta, GA
• Length: 7 years
• Eligibility: Primarily Georgia residents
• Stats:
  • SAT: Minimum ~1400 (realistic ~1450+)
  • ACT: ~32+
  • GPA: ~3.7+
• MCAT: Required (~510+)
• Extracurriculars: Shadowing, volunteering, community service
• Seats: ~10–15 students/year

23. Mercer University – Special Consideration Program (SCP)

• Location: Macon, GA
• Length: 8 years
• Eligibility: Georgia residents only
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.7+
  • SAT: ~1390+
  • ACT: ~30+
• Profile: Commitment to rural or underserved Georgia communities
• MCAT: Required
• Seats: Small and competitive

24. University of Alabama at Birmingham – EMSAP

• Location: Birmingham, AL
• Length: 8 years
• Eligibility: Open to in- and out-of-state
• Baseline:
  • GPA ≥3.5
  • SAT ≥1360 or ACT ≥30
• Admitted Stats:
  • Weighted GPA: ~4.5
  • ACT: ~34
• MCAT: Not required
• Extracurriculars: Research, healthcare internships, AP sciences
• Seats: Very selective (<5% admit rate)

25. University of South Alabama – Early Acceptance Program

• Location: Mobile, AL
• Length: 6–7 years (some finish undergrad in 2–3 years)
• Eligibility: Alabama residents preferred
• Stats:
  • In-state: SAT ~1260, ACT ~27
  • Out-of-state: SAT ~1360, ACT ~30
  • GPA: ~3.5+
• Extracurriculars: Shadowing, community service
• MCAT: May be required
• Seats: ~10–15 students/year

26. East Carolina University – Brody Scholars (Early Assurance)

• Location: Greenville, NC
• Length: 8 years
• Note: Not open to high school students
• Eligibility: Apply as ECU undergrad in sophomore year
• Stats for Honors Entry:
  • GPA: ~4.0
  • SAT: ~1400+
• Focus: Primary care in rural NC
• MCAT: Required; GPA ≥3.5 in college

27. Howard University – 6-Year B.S./M.D.

• Location: Washington, D.C.
• Length: 6 years
• Eligibility: High-achieving students, mission-focused on diversity
• Stats:
  • SAT: ≥1360
  • GPA: Top of class
• Focus: African-American physician training, social commitment
• MCAT: Required

28. Xavier University of Louisiana / LSU School of Medicine – Early Assurance

• Location: New Orleans, LA
• Note: College-level early assurance (not direct from high school)
• Focus: Premed pipeline for underrepresented students
• MCAT: Required

29. Meharry Medical College – HBCU Partnerships (e.g., Grambling State)

• Location: Nashville, TN / Partner campuses
• Length: 7 years
• Eligibility: HBCU undergrads only
• Stats:
  • ACT: ~20 (lower threshold)
• Focus: Training physicians for underserved communities

📍Midwest & Central Combined Programs

30. Case Western Reserve University – Pre-Professional Scholars Program (PPSP)

• Location: Cleveland, OH
• Length: 8 years
• Admission Rate: ~1% (~15–20 students admitted from ~1,900 applicants)
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~4.0 (unweighted)
  • SAT: ≥1500
  • ACT: ≥33
• Extracurriculars: Research, leadership, hospital volunteering, community service
• MCAT: Not required
• Undergrad Requirement: Maintain ≥3.63 GPA

31. University of Cincinnati – Connections Dual Admissions BS/MD Program

• Location: Cincinnati, OH
• Length: 8 years
• Eligibility: Students interested in urban health and underserved communities
• Minimum to Apply: SAT 1270 or ACT 27
• Admitted Stats:
  • SAT: Often 1400+
  • GPA: ~3.8–4.0
• MCAT: Required
• Extracurriculars: Leadership, clinical volunteering, health equity projects
• Seats: ~8–10 students/year

32. University of Illinois at Chicago – GPPA Medical Scholars Program

• Location: Chicago, IL
• Length: 8 years
• Eligibility: UIC Honors College students
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.85+
  • SAT: ~1500+
  • ACT: ~34+
• Minimum to Apply: GPA ~3.75, ACT 30
• Preference: Illinois residents
• MCAT: Required (threshold based on national average)
• Seats: ~50 students selected from thousands of applicants

33. Northwestern University – HPME (Honors Program in Medical Education)

Status: Discontinued

• Note: One of the most prestigious 7-year programs before discontinuation
• Admitted Stats (past):
  • GPA: ~3.9
  • SAT: ~1550
  • ACT: ≥34
• Currently: Only traditional pre-med or early assurance available

34. University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC) – BA/MD Program

• Location: Kansas City, MO
• Length: 6 years
• Eligibility: Direct from high school
• Minimum Stats:
  • ACT: ≥24
  • SAT: ≥1160
• Competitive Stats:
  • ACT: 30+
  • GPA: ~3.9
• Focus: Maturity, responsibility, early medical coursework
• Extracurriculars: Shadowing, healthcare experience
• Seats: ~100 students/year

35. Saint Louis University – Medical Scholars Program

• Location: St. Louis, MO
• Length: 8 years (or 7-year option)
• Eligibility: Apply during SLU undergrad application
• Stats:
  • GPA: ≥3.8
  • ACT: ≥32
  • SAT: ≥1420
• MCAT: Not required
• Undergrad Requirement: Maintain ≥3.65 GPA
• Admission Rate: ~3%

36. University of Oklahoma – BA/MD Program (Medical Humanities Scholars Program)

• Location: Norman & Oklahoma City, OK
• Length: 7 years
• Eligibility: Oklahoma residents preferred
• Stats:
  • ACT: ~30–34
  • SAT: ~1390–1440+
  • GPA: ~3.9+
• MCAT: Required (minimum 508)
• Extracurriculars: Community service, liberal arts interest, health exposure
• Seats: ~5–8 students/year

37. Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) – BS/MD Consortium

• Location: Rootstown, OH
• Length: 6 or 7 years
• Partner Schools: Kent State, Youngstown State, Akron University, etc.
• Eligibility: Ohio residents heavily favored
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.8+
  • ACT: ~28–30+
  • SAT: ~1300+
• MCAT: May be required
• Profile: Strong community service, interest in serving Ohio healthcare needs

38. University of Toledo – Baccalaureate/MD (Bacc2MD) Pathway

• Location: Toledo, OH
• Length: 7–8 years
• Eligibility: University of Toledo undergrads only
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.8+
  • SAT: ~1400+
  • ACT: ~30+
  • Minimum to Apply: SAT ~1260, ACT ~28, GPA ~3.5
• MCAT: Required (~500 minimum)
• Seats: ~5 per year
• Extracurriculars: Science Olympiad, hospital volunteering, research

39. Indiana University School of Medicine – University of Evansville

• Location: Evansville, IN
• Length: 8 years
• Eligibility: Indiana residents only
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.9
  • ACT: ~32+
• MCAT: Not required (if milestones met)
• Profile: Commitment to southwestern Indiana healthcare

40. Wayne State University – MedDirect Program

• Location: Detroit, MI
• Length: 8 years
• Eligibility: Michigan residents or Detroit high school grads preferred
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.8–4.0
  • ACT: ~30+
  • SAT: ~1400+
• MCAT: Required
• Profile: Diversity, research, leadership
• Seats: ~10 students/year
• Includes: Substantial scholarship for selected students

📍Western U.S. Combined Programs

41. Rice University / Baylor College of Medicine – Medical Scholars Program

• Location: Houston, TX
• Length: 8 years
• Seats: Only 6 students/year
• Admission Rate: ~1% or less
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.9–4.0
  • SAT: ~1550+
  • ACT: ~35+
• Extracurriculars:
  • National-level research (science fair, published papers)
  • Strong leadership, community service
• MCAT: Not required
• Note: One of the most prestigious and selective combined programs in the U.S.

42. Baylor University – Baylor² Medical Track (with Baylor College of Medicine)

• Location: Waco & Houston, TX
• Length: 8 years
• Seats: Up to 6 students/year
• Eligibility: U.S. citizens/permanent residents only
• Stats:
  • Top 5% of class
  • SAT: ~1500+
  • ACT: ~34+
• Extracurriculars: Strong service and healthcare exposure
• MCAT: Not required if GPA and enrichment milestones met

43. University of Texas San Antonio (UTSA) – FAME Program (with UT Health San Antonio)

• Location: San Antonio, TX
• Length: 7 years
• Eligibility: Texas residents
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.8+
  • SAT: ~1400+
  • ACT: ~30+
• MCAT: Required (~508 minimum)
• Seats: <10 students/year
• Profile: STEM rigor, healthcare interest, early maturity

44. Texas A&M University – Engineering to Medicine (E2M) & Science to Medicine Programs

• Location: College Station, TX
• Length: 8 years
• Note: Not direct-from-high-school (apply in college freshman year)
• Eligibility: Texas residents only
• Admitted Stats (college):
  • GPA: ~3.8+
  • Strong extracurriculars
• High School Background: Top 10%, SAT ~1400+
• Programs: JAMP also available for low-income, high-achieving Texas students

45. Texas Tech University – UMSI Early Acceptance Program

• Location: Lubbock, TX
• Length: ~8 years
• Eligibility: Texas Tech undergrads only
• Application Timing: Freshman year of college
• Stats (typical admitted students):
  • ACT: ~32+
  • GPA: Top 5% high school rank
  • College GPA: ≥3.7
• MCAT: Often not required
• Note: Admission to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

46. California Northstate University – BS/MD Pathway

• Location: Elk Grove, CA
• Length: 6, 7, or 8 years
• Eligibility: Direct-from-high-school or transfer
• Minimum Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.6
  • SAT: ≥1350
  • ACT: ≥29
• Admitted Stats:
  • SAT: ~1400+
• MCAT: Required for 6-year track (~510 minimum)
• Note: Newer, for-profit medical school with California location advantage

47. University of Colorado Denver – BA/BS-MD Program

• Location: Denver, CO
• Length: 8 years
• Eligibility: Colorado residents only
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.8–4.0
  • SAT: ~1300–1480
  • ACT: ~28+
• Focus: Diversity, community service, rural/underserved area healthcare
• MCAT: Required (minimum set by CU School of Medicine)
• Seats: ~10 students/year

48. University of New Mexico – Combined BA/MD Degree Program

• Location: Albuquerque, NM
• Length: 7 years
• Eligibility: New Mexico residents (or Navajo Nation tribes)
• Minimum Stats:
  • GPA: ≥3.5
  • ACT: ≥22 Math / 19 Verbal
  • SAT: ~1100 (540 Math / 510 Verbal)
• Admitted Stats: Often higher than minimum
• MCAT: Required
• Focus: Healthcare in rural NM communities
• Seats: ~28 students/year

49. University of Nevada, Reno – BS/MD Program

• Location: Reno, NV
• Length: 7 years
• Eligibility: Nevada residents
• Stats:
  • GPA: ~3.7–4.0
  • SAT: ~1400+
  • ACT: ~32+
• MCAT: Required
• Focus: Leadership, healthcare interest, rural service
• Seats: ~15–20 students/year

50. University of Central Florida – Burnett Medical Scholars

• Location: Orlando, FL
• Length: 8 years
• Note: Not direct-from-high-school
• Application: After 2 years as UCF Honors College undergrad
• Typical Stats (for UCF Honors admission):
  • GPA: ~4.0
  • ACT: ~34+
• Undergrad Requirement: GPA ≥3.75
• MCAT: Required

51. University of Arizona – B.S./M.D. Early Assurance Pathways

• Location: Tucson, AZ
• Length: Varies (no formal BA/MD from high school)
• Programs: Early assurance for select UA Honors students
• MCAT: Required

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📌 Summary: What All These Programs Have in Common

Regardless of the region or institution, these combined programs share several traits:

• Top-Tier Academics:
  • GPA: Usually 3.8–4.0 unweighted
  • SAT: 1400–1550+
  • ACT: 32–35
• Rigorous Coursework:
  • Multiple AP/IB courses in Biology, Chemistry, Calculus, and English
• Extensive Extracurriculars:
  • Research (often published or award-winning)
  • Hospital volunteering or shadowing
  • Leadership in science clubs, community initiatives
  • National or regional honors (e.g., Science Olympiad, National Merit)
• Mission-Focused Selection:
  • Many programs prioritize commitment to underserved communities, rural healthcare, or diverse populations

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