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