Drexel Pathway to Medical School MS
Major: Drexel Pathway to Medical School
Degree Awarded: Master of Science (MS)
Calendar Type: Semester
Minimum Required Credits: 44.0
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code: 26.9999
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code: 19-1029
About the Program
The Drexel Pathway to Medical School (DPMS) is an intensive, one-year master's degree program that, upon its successful completion with specific benchmarks, provides candidates a conditional acceptance for matriculation into Drexel University College of Medicine's MD program. Conveniently located in the state-of-the-art Health Sciences Building in the heart of University City, this program offers a unique opportunity for dedicated students to further enhance their academic backgrounds by completing rigorous coursework that builds skills for clinical problem-solving. Throughout the program, students are supported with individualized learning, strategy enhancement, peer mentors and tutors.
Additional Information
Drexel University College of Medicine
Division of Pre-medical and Pre-health Programs
Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and Professional Studies
60 N. 36th Street, Room 10W28
Health Sciences Building
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 267.359.2315
Email: CoM_MedicalSciences@drexel.edu
Visit Drexel University College of Medicine's website for more information about the Drexel Pathway to Medical School program.
Admission Requirements
The program is open to all premedical students who have successfully completed the prerequisite coursework for medical school with a grade of C or better. All applications to the DPMS program are considered by the College of Medicine which utilizes a holistic review process. While there are no specific minimum or maximum GPA or score requirements, a typical competitive applicant has a GPA above 2.9 and an MCAT above the 25th percentile. If an applicant is chosen for an interview, they will be notified by the College of Medicine.
Degree Requirements
| Required Courses | ||
| DPMS 500S | Medical Science Preparation | 1.0 |
| DPMS 501S | Critical Thinking and Scientific Communication Seminar | 2.0 |
| DPMS 502S | Accelerated Introductory Medical Biostatistics | 3.0 |
| IMSP 513S | Medical Biochemistry | 6.0 |
| MSPA 520S | Medical Terminology | 3.0 |
| IMSP 506S | Medical Professionalism and Leadership | 3.0 |
| IMSP 522S | Medical Physiology I | 3.0 |
| IMSP 523S | Medical Physiology II | 3.0 |
| IMSP 542S | Medical Microanatomy I | 4.0 |
| MSPP 513S | Advanced Human Anatomy | 4.0 |
| Electives | 12.0 | |
| Neurobiology of Mental Illness | ||
| Functional Neuroanatomy | ||
| Medical Immunology I | ||
| Medical Immunology II | ||
| Concepts in Science and Verbal Reasoning I | ||
| Concepts in Science and Verbal Reasoning II | ||
| Total Credits | 44.0 | |
Sample Plan of Study
| First Year | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credits | Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | |
| Pre-Fall* | IMSP 513S | 6.0 | IMSP 506S | 3.0 | |
| DPMS 500S | 1.0 | IMSP 522S | 3.0 | IMSP 523S | 3.0 |
| DPMS 501S | 2.0 | IMSP 542S | 4.0 | MSPP 513S | 4.0 |
| DPMS 502S | 3.0 | Electives - Select from the list below: | 6.0 | Electives - Select from the list below: | 6.0 |
| MSPA 520S | 3.0 | ||||
| 9 | 19 | 16 | |||
| Total Credits 44 | |||||
- *
Pre-Fall Term begins six weeks before the start of the first term.
Program Level Outcomes
- Demonstrate medical sciences knowledge and competencies comparable to first year medical school curriculum.
- Develop leadership skills that will enhance future training in the health professions.
- Develop the ability to be creative, critical, and analytical thinkers.
- Demonstrate knowledge base and skill set compatible with success in health professional programs and careers.
- Develop competencies with statistics, data analysis, and interpretation.
- Develop the ability to critically read and analyze scientific literature and understand its impact on medicine and society.
- Demonstrate their ability to communicate effectively.
- Build the foundations of a professional network.
- Demonstrate professionalism, ethical and technical competencies required in the broad areas of observation, motor function, behavioral and social skills as exemplified by effective medical practitioners.