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Submission Number: 246
Submission ID: 246
Submission UUID: bd49cac8-74eb-45b1-ba57-e876e4f28758
Submission URI: /publishedsurvey
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Created: Sun, 03/29/2020 - 10:52
Completed: Fri, 07/28/2023 - 11:30
Changed: Wed, 08/09/2023 - 14:59
Remote IP address: 115.202.175.130
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English
Is draft: No
Current page: Complete
Webform: PharmGrad Program Directory
Submitted to: Published Survey
Active | Yes |
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Institution Name | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - Georgia |
Program Name | Biomedical Sciences |
Degree Type | M.S. |
Short Name | PCOM-Georgia |
Banner Image: | PCOM graduate programs.jpg |
If you need to post a notification below your school name, please enter it here: | Biomedical Sciences (MS) |
Address 1 | 625 Old Peachtree Road NW |
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Address 3 | |
City | Suwanee |
State | Georgia |
Zip/Postal Code | 30024 |
Country | United States |
Program Location: | Georgia |
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I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
What is your application deadline for the upcoming academic year? | August 02, 2024 |
Does this program use rolling admissions? | Yes |
Is your program participating in PharmGrad? | No |
Link to Application | |
Application Fee: | $0 |
Application Deadline Description: | The biomedical sciences master's program operates on a rolling admissions basis. The application closes in August but an early application is highly recommended. The application generally opens in early September. |
I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
Program Description | The MS in Biomedical Sciences program represents a broad content base in the basic biomedical sciences with a strong emphasis on human medicine and clinical applications of the material. Foundation courses provide a unique interdisciplinary background in biomedical sciences that may be applied in business, management or teaching careers, or as preparation for professional school. A certificate of graduate study is awarded for successful completion of all foundation (first year) courses and laboratory objectives. The degree tracks build upon the foundation courses and can be completed in one of several concentrations. Students at our Moultrie, Georgia location have the opportunity, upon meeting academic success criteria and completing foundational coursework, to complete an accelerated master's program. |
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I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
Is your institution public or private? | Private |
Is your program accepting applications for this program? | Yes |
Program Start Term: | Fall |
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I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
Credits Required for Degree: | 53 |
Required Rotations: | Not Required |
Seminars: | Required |
College-based Qualifying/Comprehensive Exam: | Not Required |
Other Qualifying Exams or Certifications: | Not Required |
Thesis/Dissertation: | Varies |
Additional Information about Degree Requirements: | The foundation year of the Biomedical Sciences program focuses on developing biomedical sciences and professional skills base while providing the opportunity to demonstrate professional and academic potential by improving and confirming academic credentials. Students enter as MS in Biomedical Sciences degree candidates and, upon completion of the first year of study, may progress to one of the several second-year degree concentrations or elect to receive a Certificate of Graduate Studies. |
I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
Delivery Method | On Campus |
Curricular Focus or Concentration: |
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Area(s) of Study: | Biomedical Sciences |
Enter any additional degree information regarding your curricular focus or concentration and/or area(s) of study: | Upon completion of the foundation year of the Biomedical Sciences program, the student will be able to: demonstrate an advanced understanding of important fundamental concepts of the biomedical sciences (i.e., structure and function of cells and organ systems, etc.). communicate scientific information in written and oral forms. apply information skills to access, synthesize and interpret medical literature. utilize technology to acquire information and solve problems in health sciences. |
I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
Have you previously enrolled students in this program? | Yes |
Last academic year-number of accepted students for your program: | 46 |
United States | 46 |
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Last academic year-average overall GPA of the accepted students: | 3.08 |
Have you graduated your first class for this program? | Yes |
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Last 5 academic years-estimated average years of study to graduation: | |
I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
Is the GRE required? | No |
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Enter any additional information regarding the GRE: | Submit official reports of one of the following standardized test scores: GRE, PCAT, DAT, OAT, or MCAT. This requirement will be automatically waived for applicants with a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher on their bachelor's degree granting transcript. GRE institutional codes The PCOM GRE institutional code is 2662. The PCOM Georgia GRE institutional code is 4281. The PCOM South Georgia GRE institutional code is 4281. |
Are any of the following tests required for international applicants? | TOEFL |
Other tests or credentials: | GRE - 5 years from matriculation date PCAT - 5 years from matriculation date DAT - 2 years from matriculation date OAT - 2 years from matriculation date MCAT - 3 years from matriculation date |
I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
Are letters of recommendations required by your program? | Yes |
If yes, how many letters of recommendation are required? | 1 |
Enter any additional information regarding recommendations: | One letter of recommendation from individuals who know the applicant in a professional capacity and can comment on one's character, work ethic, academic history, scientific acumen, empathy, compassion, resilience, emotional intelligence and commitment. Admissions prefers letters from the following sources: A pre-health or academic advisor/committee (undergraduate, post-baccalaureate or graduate programs) Undergraduate, graduate or post-baccalaureate faculty |
I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
Minimum overall GPA considered: | 3.0 |
Recommended overall GPA considered: | 3.0 |
Enter any additional information regarding application or admission requirements: | All applicants must complete a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university either online or on a college campus. |
I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
Percentage of students receiving financial support: | 0 |
Type of financial support available: | None |
What is the minimum financial support for eligible students apart from tuition remission? | N/A |
Enter any additional information regarding financial support: | At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, we are committed to making our education affordable for students. For more information, please visit: https://www.pcom.edu/about/departments/financial-aid/ |
I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
Is your institution participating in the PharmGrad-facilitated Criminal Background Check (CBC) Service? | We are not a participating PharmGrad program |
Is your institution participating in the PharmGrad-facilitated Drug Screening Service? | We are not a participating PharmGrad program |
I would like to mark this section as done. | Yes |
Admin Status | Published |
Old ID | 2735 |
AACP Institution Number | |
SIDS | 246 |