Post-Baccalaureate Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the difference between Full Year Minority Program, Program A and Program B?
Full Year Minority Program
This program is geared toward underrepresented minority students. The program includes a fall and spring semester as well as summer program.
Program A – Two-year Program
For individuals who do not have the required science courses for application to medical school.
Program B – One-year Program
For individuals who desire to pursue upper division science courses to strengthen their science backgrounds.
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Q. Do I need to provide copies of all standardized tests?
A. No – you can just list your scores. If you do have a copy of your test scores please attach to the application.
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Q. Who should the letters of recommendation come from?
A. Letters of recommendation may come from advisory committee, professors and employment-related letter.
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Q. What is the GPA that is required for the program?
A. There are no set numeric standards. The committee considers the entire academic history of an applicant.
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Q. Will I be guaranteed a seat in the medical school class if I complete this program?
A. The Admissions Committee can grant a contingency admission to the school of medicine. The committee grants roughly 1/3 of the admissions offered.
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Q. What is the tuition for the year for out-of-state students? What is the charge of the per course basis for the undergraduate school?
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Number of Credits Taken |
Cost (Out-of-State Students) |
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3 |
$ 1,837 |
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6 |
$ 3,670 |
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9 |
$ 5,252 |
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12 or more |
$ 7,185 |
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Q. How do I find out more about the Bachelors of General Studies and Financial Aid?
A. You may contact the Office of Credit Programs at Storrs at 860-486-4631 or visit the Bachelors of General Studies web site for
more information.
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Q. Do I need to take a GRE test to apply to the Post Baccalaureate Program?
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