DO/MS in Medical Sciences

The Master of Science in Medical Sciences is a 32-credit, non-thesis interdisciplinary degree. Thirty credit hours are derived from pre-clinical coursework completed within the D.O. curriculum, while the remaining two credit hours are earned through the Capstone Experience course.

Students who maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher through their second year of medical school and successfully complete the Capstone Experience may be awarded the M.S. in Medical Sciences degree following evaluation of all degree requirements.

When Completed: During Years 1-2 of the D.O. program.

Credit Sharing: 30 of 32 credit hours applied from D.O. coursework.

Application Timing: By invitation following the first year of medical school.

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