Master of Science in Medical Science
Guaranteed Medical School Interviews at Our Partner Institutions
SCU’s MSMS graduates are eligible for guaranteed interviews and scholarships at our partner institutions. See below for requirements.
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
AUC teaches a US-modeled basic sciences curriculum in a high-tech campus. After completing basic sciences, students can do their clinical rotations in the United States, Canada, or the United Kingdom at AUC-affiliated teaching hospitals. Graduates of the MSMS program with an undergraduate GPA of 3.2 or higher are guaranteed an interview. Eligible individuals accepted into AUC will also qualify for the SCU Partner Scholarship of either $10,000 or $7,500 dependent upon the student’s undergraduate GPA. Learn about the AUC interview and scholarship.
A.T. Still University of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA)
ATSU-SOMA began as the first college of osteopathic medicine in the United States and has become a leader in the health sciences. This medical school program gives Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degrees to aspiring physicians. Five interview slots are reserved every year for our MSMS graduates. Established in 1892, ATSU focuses on whole-person health and service to underserved communities as part of its mission.
Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU)
PHSU is a US regionally accredited health sciences university with a focus on delivering bilingual (English/Spanish), culturally-competent medical education. SCU guarantees that the top 20% of the graduating class is offered an interview for the MD program at Ponce Health Sciences University. With locations in St. Louis, Ponce, Puerto Rico, and Tortola, British Virgin Islands, PHSU requires admitted students to demonstrate competency in Spanish for the Puerto Rico campus.
Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM)
Founded in 1978, RUSM has prepared students for successful careers in medicine for over 40 years. Ross students are eligible to take all United States Medical License Examinations (USMLE) by registering with the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). Ross graduates are eligible to apply for licensure in all states in the United States. Students who completed the MSMS program are guaranteed an interview if they had an undergraduate GPA of 3.2 or higher. Eligible individuals accepted into Ross will also qualify for the SCU Partner Scholarship of either $10,000 or $7,500 dependent upon the student’s undergraduate GPA. Learn about the RUSM interview and scholarship.
American University of Antigua
American University of Antigua College of Medicine (AUA) is an innovative medical school dedicated to providing a learner-centric education of the highest quality, granting opportunities to underrepresented minorities, fostering a diverse academic community, and ensuring that its graduates develop the skills and attitudes of lifelong learning, compassion, and professionalism. MSMS graduates with a cumulative undergrad GPA and a cumulative GPA in “recommended courses” of 3.0 or higher are guaranteed admission and an $80k scholarship. MSMS graduates a GPA below 3.0 are guaranteed an admissions interview and a minimum of $20k scholarship if accepted. AUA also provides dedicated informational sessions to SCU students.
Shenandoah University
Shenandoah University’s Bernard J. Dunn School of Pharmacy (BJD) prepares students to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow’s evolving health care industry, effectively serve patients in a diverse range of settings, and become a valued member of the pharmacy profession. SCU MSMS graduate students with priority status will be guaranteed an interview and admitted to BJD, unless there are no seats remaining in the class at the time the student’s application is processed by BJD. Priority status is granted to students who meet the following criteria: MSMS minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, BDJ pre-requisite coursework, successful interview, and two letters of recommendation from MSMS faculty.