Applicants considering a MD-PhD program; Applicants who want to become physician-researchers/physician-scientists; Applicants must have a passion for both research and caring for patients
Requirements
Satisfy the full requirements for both the MD and the PhD degrees in an integrated curriculum typically taking seven to eight years
Application materials
AMCAS application with MD-PhD designation; Essay on interest in MD-PhD training; Essay highlighting significant research experiences
How to apply
Apply via the American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS) by designating as an MD-PhD applicant and completing the two additional essays
Important dates
AMCAS application opens: May preceding the year of expected entry; Applicants interviewed: October-March; Final decisions sent to applicants: December-March; Applicants revisit program(s) to decide where to matriculate: March-April; MD-PhD programs start: June-August
Documents
Medical School Admission Requirements profiles; Individual MD-PhD Program Information for Prospective Applicants
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