Linkage with Rowan-Virtua SOM
Pathway to DO Program
Outstanding students in our Biomedical Sciences program are guaranteed an interview at Rowan-Virtua SOM for the DO Program. Here is what you need to qualify for a guaranteed interview at Rowan-Virtua SOM for the DO Program:
- SPRING 2023 to present matriculated TBES Biomedical Science program students:
- Cumulative overall undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or higher.
- Have a 503 MCAT total score or higher.
- Have a 126 MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems score or higher
- Have earned a minimum of 18 credits* with a 3.60 overall GPA in the TBES Biomedical Sciences program. *18 credits must be standard letter grades (not “P” for “Pass” grade); additional credits can be P for Pass.
- FALL 2022 or prior matriculated TBES Biomedical Science program students:
- Have a 500 MCAT total score or higher.
- Have earned a minimum of 18 credits* with a 3.60 overall GPA in the TBES Biomedical Sciences program. *18 credits must be standard letter grades (not “P” for “Pass” grade); additional credits can be P for Pass.
If you qualify and would like to take advantage of this opportunity, please email the Biomedical Sciences program director Dr. Katharine Milani (milani@rowan.edu) the following after you have submitted your Rowan-Virtua SOM primary and secondary applications so that she can inform Rowan-Virtua SOM Admissions Dean Paula Watkins:
- Name:
- Rowan ID number:
- TBES Unofficial transcript from Self Service Banner (attach transcript with ≥18 Biomedical Sciences program credits earned):
- Current TBES GPA (≥3.60 earned):
- MCAT score (attach official scores):
Please remember:
- AACOMAS GPA verification is required to complete your Rowan-Virtua SOM application.
- Upload all new TBES course grades into AACOMAS.
- Send AACOMAS your official TBES transcript for verification.
- Release your MCAT score to AACOMAS.
Pathway to PA Program
Rowan University offers guaranteed interview pathways for qualified students seeking entry into the Rowan-Virtua SOM Physician Assistant (PA) Program through the following structured academic routes:
MS in Biomedical Sciences / Guaranteed PA Interview Pathway
Students enrolled in the Rowan University MS in Biomedical Sciences program who meet outlined academic and experiential requirements will receive a guaranteed interview for the PA Program.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Enrolled full-time in the MS in Biomedical Sciences program at Rowan University.
- Have earned a minimum of 15 credits* with a 3.20 overall GPA in the TBES Biomedical Sciences program before submitting the application. *15 credits must be standard letter grades (not “P” for “Pass” grade); additional credits can be P for Pass.
- No withdrawals or repeated courses allowed during the MS program.
Additional Requirements:
- Complete ≥ 350 hours of direct patient care and ≥ 40 hours of community service.
- Meet all standard PA Program prerequisites within 10 years, with no more than two grades of C or C+, all prerequisites must have a grade of “C” or higher.
- Complete all other PA program specific admission requirements within the timeframes outlined.
Application Process:
- Notify the MS program director of intention to apply via this pathway before submitting CASPA.
- Must submit complete CASPA AND supplemental applications by September 1 of the year prior to matriculation (preferred by July 15).
Matriculation Conditions:
- Final admission is contingent upon completion of the full TBES Biomedical Science MS program and maintenance of GPA and professional standards.
- Admission is not guaranteed; only the interview is guaranteed if all requirements have been met, this is not a direct acceptance or accelerated dual degree pathway.
Questions?
Students interested in either pathway are encouraged to speak with their advisor or the Rowan-Virtua SOM PA Program Admissions team.
For more information, visit the PA Program website or contact: AdmissionsPA@rowan.edu