WMed’s Master of Biomedical Sciences (MBS) degree program, established in 2016, is a one-year program designed specifically for students looking to strengthen their foundational knowledge in basic science before beginning medical school. This program supports WMed’s mission to build a diverse and inclusive healthcare workforce that will serve the medical needs of our community.
Program Benefits
- MD Admission: MBS students are accepted to the MD program for the following year, contingent upon successful completion of the MBS program.
- Scholarships: Each student who is accepted and matriculates into the MBS program receives a full-tuition scholarship, in addition to a cost-of-living stipend, enabling them to remain focused solely on their learning.
- Cohort: With small cohorts of 6-8 students, the program provides ample individualized attention and support to its students.
- Courses: MBS courses are taught by medical school faculty and run alongside current medical students. Students also complete a capstone master’s thesis.
Admissions
Requirements: Students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and 497 MCAT are welcome to apply.
Priority: Priority will be given to applicants who have overcome significant adversity, are first generation college graduates, are socio-economically disadvantaged, or who reside in or have strong ties to the Southwest Michigan area.
Applications: There are two ways to apply to the MBS program:
- Direct: Apply directly to the MBS program. Direct applications for the 2024 entering class will open in January 2024 with a priority deadline of May 15.
- AMCAS: Students who have applied to WMed through AMCAS can be simultaneously considered for the MBS program. Applicants who wish to use this method should inform admissions directly at admissions@wmed.edu.
Upcoming Info Session
Join WMed admissions staff and MBS program directors for a prospective-student-focused info session on Thursday, March 14 at noon EST.
Register at the link here.
