HOWARD UNIVERSITY B.S./M.D. PROGRAM - 2+4 ACCELERATED MEDICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM - Application Process - FAQs

Sep 22, 2026

Howard University’s B.S./M.D. program is a partnership between the College of Arts & Sciences and the Howard University College of Medicine, enabling eligible students to complete both degrees in six years rather than eight. The document outlines a two-phase structure with Phase I benchmarks and Phase II admission criteria, including required coursework, clinical and volunteer experiences, seminars, and independent projects. It also specifies eligibility thresholds, a step-by-step application process, and FAQ responses on costs, scholarship availability, and admissions guarantees.

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Program Overview

Eligibility Requirements

Application Process

Step One

Step Two

Step Three

Step Four

Program Phases (Phase One and Phase Two)

Financing Your Education

B.S./M.D. FAQ's

HOWARD UNIVERSITY B.S./M.D. PROGRAM BACHELOR OF SCIENCE & DOCTOR OF MEDICINE 2+4 ACCELERATED MEDICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM Program Overview The B.S./ M. D. program Howard University is a partnership with the College of Arts & Sciences (COAS) and the Howard University College of Medicine ( HUCM), which allows the student to complete the requirements for both B.S. and M. D. degrees in six years instead of the customary eight years. Our two-phased approach recommends successful Phase I scholars to be admitted to the Howard University College of Medicine as part of the entering class of traditionally selected students. Admission is not guaranteed and is contingent upon meeting eligibility and performance criteria and other requirements. This program is designed for freshmen students who are admitted to Howard University who would matriculate into the College of Arts and Sciences ( Biology/Chemistry major) in the Fall semester immediately after graduation from high school. Transfer students are not eligible for this program. contact Center for Preprofessional Education Phone: (202) 238-2363 [preprofessional@howard.edu](preprofessional@howard.edu)[ ](preprofessional@howard.edu)[IG & Twitter: @hupreprof](IG & Twitter: @hupreprof) The information within this document does not constitute a contract. The right is reserved to modify requirements before or during matriculation. Financing Your Education Our program does not provide financial assistance for program scholars. Information concerning freshmen scholarships, loans, and work study programs can be obtained from the Office of Financial Aid located in the Mordecai Wyatt Administration Building or visit: [https://www2.howard.edu/student-financial](https://www2.howard.edu/student-financial)services Revised 9/2022 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS All prospective students must have, at the time of their application: A high school GPA of 3.5 An ACT score of 28 or higher OR SAT score of 1300 or higher ( at least 650 in each section) Have completed the following required courses: Two or more years of foreign language Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Physics Mathematics: Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus 03. STEP THREE In mid-May, the committee of the Center for Preprofessional Education will invite enrolled, qualified Biology/Chemistry accepted freshmen students to submit a secondary application for the B.S./ M. D. program to include: 1. An essay demonstrating interest in Medicine and service to people who may be less privileged than yourself (500 words); 2. A copy of your resume detailing leadership, community, clinical experience, volunteer/service, and other extracurricular activities; 3. One (1) recommendation letter from a science or math teacher; 4. Two (2) professional APPLICATION PROCESS 01. STEP ONE Apply to Howard University by the Regular Decision deadline ( February 15th) as a Biology or Chemistry major . Via the Common App, check the box to indicate your interest in being considered for the B.S./ M. D. program. 02. STEP TWO Be admitted to Howard University and the College of Arts and Sciences as a Biology or Chemistry Major (only) . 04. recommendation letters: (1) from MD/ Physician; (1) from community/volunteer supervisor, or research mentor. Note: Our program is by invitation only. Be sure to check your email regularly! STEP FOUR The committee will invite a limited number of applicants for interview in June/July. Only selected students will be notified of their advancement, due to a high volume of interest in the program. The final decision for the Phase I of the B.S./ M. D. program will be made in early August. BS/MD PAGE 2 2023 HOWARD UNIVERSITY PHASE ONE (2 YEARS) Admission to the College of Arts and Sciences ( Phase I of the B.S./ M. D. program) does not automatically secure a place for the student for Phase II. B.S./ M. D. students must fulfill the following benchmarks du

FAQs

Are additional scholarships available if accepted into the B.S./M.D. program?

No. Students receive only what the University rewards, and they remain responsible for costs of required summer courses and related expenses such as housing and meals.

Does acceptance into the B.S./M.D. program guarantee admission to medical school?

No. Admission to Phase II and medical school is not guaranteed and depends on meeting Phase I benchmarks and criteria, including academic performance and other requirements.

What does the application require for the B.S./M.D. program after students are invited?

Invited qualified freshmen must submit a secondary application including a 500-word essay on interest in medicine and service, a resume with relevant experiences, and recommendation letters from a science or math teacher plus additional professional recommendations.

Sep 22, 2026

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