The Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences will develop firsthand skills in scientific research, creative inquiry, writing and presenting, and working in medical facilities. Along with a strong foundation of knowledge in the core academic disciplines including chemistry, biology, physics, calculus, statistics, as well as the humanities, and social sciences, the students will be mentored by medical and graduate students, residents, medical researchers and faculty members of the College of Medicine and Children’s Hospital. 

This academic and mentoring foundation will serve as the platform for advanced courses in physiology, genetics, pharmacology, biochemistry, and other medical sciences courses, which uniquely define this Major. Our expectation is that each student will navigate their studies within a close cohort of peers, and develop into a skilled student able to make informed decisions to successfully enter a field that they find satisfying, rewarding, and fascinating.

We are dedicated to your success. Students who successfully complete the program are prepared to enter a medical school, or a graduate program in a health sciences or other scientific discipline. These can include traditional medicine (MD), Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Physician Assistant (PA), Anesthesia Assisting, pharmacy, dentistry, optometry, Chiropractic Medicine (DC), chemistry, biology, neuroscience, physiology, pharmacology, or a variety of other medically-related disciplines. 

This career path requires a very strong academic commitment. Not only should students maintain excellent academic performance, but also develop an intellectual curiosity. They must acquire the analytical skills and logical abilities to conduct scientific research, as well as excellent critical thinking and communication skills. Students should also possess a strong sense of social responsibility and a desire to contribute to human society.