Meredith College

What you'll study

The program comprises eleven courses (31 graduate credit hours). Seven courses address scientific foundations of medicine, two courses focus on ethics and statistical foundations of evidence-based healthcare, and two are dedicated to professional development. Coursework incorporates real-world case studies, professionalism training, and preparation resources for relevant admissions exams.

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have completed prerequisite courses required for the core courses. Applicants should have placed in the 50th percentile or above on the GRE or the 40th percentile or above on the MCAT, DAT, PCAT, or OAT. Successful completion of Organic Chemistry I and II, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Statistics, and one of Human Anatomy & Physiology, Vertebrate Physiology, or Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy is required.

Career prospects

The MABMS prepares graduates for application to clinical professional programs or for employment in non-clinical healthcare sectors such as medical research or pharmaceuticals. The program cites U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projections that healthcare occupations overall are expected to grow about 13% over the next ten years, with substantial annual openings from growth and replacement. Example median wages noted in source material include $95,620 for physical therapists and $121,530 for physician assistants, illustrating variability by field.

Scholarships & funding angle

The course page does not list specific scholarships. Prospective students should consult Meredith College graduate financial aid resources and inquire with program staff about assistantships, institutional aid, or external funding opportunities; individualized advising may also help identify targeted funding aligned with healthcare career goals.