Dual Degree Programs
In This Section
- Our Pathway to Your Success
- Coursework & Duration
- Dual Degree Programs
- Application Process
- Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
- Cooper Medical School of Rowan
- Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, School of Dental Medicine
- Kornberg School of Dentistry at Temple University
- Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University
- St. George's University School of Veterinary Medicine
- Learning Opportunities
- Costs & Financial Aid
- Career Outcomes
Dual Degree Program with the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
If you’re interested in entering the osteopathic profession, USciences offers an invitation-only arrangement with the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM).
Admission to the BS/DO dual degree program is exclusive—application is by invitation only, and there are only three seats reserved each year for USciences students. If you meet specific requirements, you’ll receive a guaranteed interview with PCOM.
Program Options
Two program options feature either three or four years as USciences, followed by four years at PCOM--allowing you to earn both Bachelor of Science (BS) and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degrees.
3+4 BS/DO Dual Degree Program
In the accelerated 3+4 program, you must first complete three years at USciences as a biology or biomedical sciences major. After successful completion of your first year at PCOM, you’ll receive your BS degree from USciences. After successful completion of four years at PCOM, you’ll receive your DO degree.
4+4 BS/DO Dual Degree Program
In the 4+4 program, you must complete four years at USciences in any major to earn your BS degree. Then, after successful completion of four years at PCOM, you’ll receive your DO degree.
Eligibility Requirements
High School Applicants
Highly motivated students in their final year of high school who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply:
- Minimum test scores:
- Old SAT: 1150 (Critical Reading & Math)
- New SAT: 1220 (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing & Math)
- ACT: 25 (Composite)
- Minimum high school grade point average of 3.4 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Desire to become a primary care provider in the tradition of osteopathic medicine
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Current USciences Students
Current USciences students are eligible to apply if there are seats available. Notify your pre-med advisor and apply for either program option after completing your first or second undergraduate year at USciences.
To apply, you must meet the following criteria:
- Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
- No course grade lower than a C
- Desire to become a primary care provider in the tradition of osteopathic medicine
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Program Requirements for Guaranteed Interview
3+4 Dual Degree Program Requirements
You must satisfy the following criteria to qualify for an interview at PCOM:
- Minimum overall GPA of 3.5 upon completion of your second undergraduate year
- No course grade lower than a C
- Minimum MCAT scores in the 50th percentile of each section
- Application to PCOM through AACOMAS with the endorsement of your pre-health professions advisor
- Desire to become a primary care provider in the tradition of osteopathic medicine
4+4 Dual Degree Program Requirements
You must satisfy the following criteria to qualify for an interview at PCOM:
- Overall GPA of 3.25 upon completion of your third undergraduate year
- No course grade lower than a C
- Minimum MCAT scores in the 50th percentile of each section
- Application to PCOM through AACOMAS with the endorsement of your pre-health professions advisor
- Desire to become a primary care provider in the tradition of osteopathic medicine
Contact:
Admission Office
Phone:
215-596-8810
Email:
Contact:
Laura A. Mangano, MEd
Associate Director of Pre-Health Professions Advising
Address:
University of the Sciences
600 South 43rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104-4495
Phone:
215-596-8753
Email: