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As a medical biology student at USD, you'll receive comprehensive training in biological sciences, preparing you for advanced studies in medicine, biotechnology, physiology, or molecular biology. Through classroom instruction and practical experiences, you'll cultivate essential research and analytical abilities in state-of-the-art labs and research centers. Collaborate with our distinguished faculty on cutting-edge medical projects or learn directly from Sanford School of Medicine professors – USD offers exceptional academic resources. Whether your aspirations lie in medicine, biotechnology, dentistry, optometry, pharmacology, podiatry, or biomedical research, our program equips you with the tools for professional achievement.
Our medical biology curriculum specifically prepares students for medical school and various healthcare programs, including dentistry, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, and podiatry. This human-focused program combines medical education with health sciences, offering valuable research opportunities that establish a strong professional foundation for future healthcare providers.
International students who have officially completed secondary school (high school) in either the United States or their home country may apply for undergraduate admission. High school (secondary school) transcript with grade point average equivalent to 2.6 on a 4.0 scale.
English Language Requirements:
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - 71 or higher (iBT), 530 or higher (paper test), IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - 6.0 or higher, Cambridge International Examinations English subject O-Level with B or higher, English subject A-Level with C or higher; International Baccalaureate (IB) - IB English A (4 or higher) or IB English B (6 or higher).