Storrs,
CT,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Arts/MD in Storrs United States | University of Connecticut
University of Connecticut
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Storrs United States
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Qualification
Combined Bachelor's / Doctoral Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
39,000
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
96 months
UConn's Special Program in Medicine combines undergraduate studies with medical school, awarding participants both a bachelor's degree (BA/BS) and an MD from UConn. Aspiring physicians can select from over 115 undergraduate majors while engaging with the School of Medicine through specialized seminars and healthcare-focused activities. This eight-year curriculum cultivates skilled medical professionals while allowing for personal academic preferences. Admission to the Special Program automatically includes enrollment in UConn's Honors Program, which remains mandatory throughout students' undergraduate careers.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must be entering as a first-year student and demonstrate exceptional performance in academics, including advanced preparation in mathematics and laboratory sciences. In addition, extracurricular activities and commitment to the health profession are also considered. There are no state residency requirements, although Connecticut residents will receive special consideration. UConn is committed to attracting members of underrepresented populations for its programs. International students are eligible to apply.
To be considered, an applicant should have:
An overall secondary school grade point average of 3.5 (4.0 scale)
A completed application to the University, which includes all supporting documents, the responses to the program-specific essay questions, and an optional resume. All documents must be received by November 15. A secondary school profile should also be submitted along with the secondary school transcript
Two additional letters of recommendation, received by November 15
An interview with the Special Program in Medicine Committee (by invitation only)
The application process for the Special Program in Medicine follows our test-optional policy. No admission decision shall be impacted, and no student disadvantaged, if a standardized test score is not provided. Should you feel your standardized test score is an accurate reflection of your academic ability, and would like to have it considered as part of the application review, UConn requires official SAT or ACT scores to be sent directly from the appropriate test provider. SAT II subject tests are not considered in the application review.
The minimum score requirement for the TOEFL is 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), or 79 (internet-based), minimum score requirement for the IELTS exam is 6.5. Test scores must be sent directly to the University of Connecticut from the respective test provider. Meeting the minimum score requirements does not guarantee admission into the University.
To be considered, an applicant should have:
An overall secondary school grade point average of 3.5 (4.0 scale)
A completed application to the University, which includes all supporting documents, the responses to the program-specific essay questions, and an optional resume. All documents must be received by November 15. A secondary school profile should also be submitted along with the secondary school transcript
Two additional letters of recommendation, received by November 15
An interview with the Special Program in Medicine Committee (by invitation only)
The application process for the Special Program in Medicine follows our test-optional policy. No admission decision shall be impacted, and no student disadvantaged, if a standardized test score is not provided. Should you feel your standardized test score is an accurate reflection of your academic ability, and would like to have it considered as part of the application review, UConn requires official SAT or ACT scores to be sent directly from the appropriate test provider. SAT II subject tests are not considered in the application review.
The minimum score requirement for the TOEFL is 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), or 79 (internet-based), minimum score requirement for the IELTS exam is 6.5. Test scores must be sent directly to the University of Connecticut from the respective test provider. Meeting the minimum score requirements does not guarantee admission into the University.
Tuition
USD
39,000