Medical Anatomy and Physiology, Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Saint Louis University School of Medicine Masters of Science (MSMS) program is a rigorous 1-year maters degree that mirrors the structure of the first year of medical school and prepares students for application to medical school as well as entry to other health professional schools such as nursing, physician assistant, and dentistry programs.
Benefits of the Master of Medical Science Program
There is a significant focus on active learning in the masters program, which prepare students to engage in the kind of active learning that is prominent in contemporary medical education.
Other benefits include:
- Guaranteed interview for admission to Saint Louis University School of Medicine
- Rigorous course study aimed at improvigin the strenght of graduates' application to medical school or other health professional schools
- Students take courses with first-year medical students
- Learn from faculty who are a diverse team of clinicians and scientists dedicated to teaching, training, and advising students
- Experience hands-on training in gross anatomy, embryology, systems neurobiology and systems physiology
- Opportunities available to engage in either service, research, or clinical shadowing opportunities that fit the student's interests and needs.
Guaranteed Interview for Admission
A candidate for a guaranteed interview into Saint Louis University School of Medicine is offered to students who meet certain metrics and submit and application to the School of Medicine.
Present criteria for a guaranteed interview include:
- Maintain a GPA of 3.25 or above per semester in the MSMS program
- MCAT score of 498 or greater
- Demonstrate clinical, service, and research activities prior to participation in the MSMS program
- Participate in at least 20 hours of local community service durning the MSMS program
- Upholds standards of professionalism