Preparing for the MCAT and Acceptance into Medical School-PBPM

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MCAT Preparation

The current MCAT exam requires students to understand a broad range of hard sciences topics, most of which will be covered during the course of the Post-Bacc Pre-Med program. Therefore, doing well in your classes at UVA will only improve your ability to perform well on the MCAT exam. Additionally, it is recommended that students consider taking courses in statistics, psychology, and/or sociology prior to enrollment at UVA as some medical schools may require or strongly recommend these classes.

Students in the PBPM program will receive comprehensive MCAT study materials produced by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) which include full-length practice exams, quiz banks, and other content materials. The PBPM program also schedules practice MCAT exams/labs and utilizes alumni feedback to further guide students on how to be fully prepared to take the MCAT exam at the end of the program.

Medical School Acceptances

Since its inception in 2006, the Post Bacc Pre-Med Program has had a 94+ percent acceptance rate to US medical schools which is twice the average national acceptance rate.

Sample of Medical Schools Where PBPM Students Have Been Accepted

Baylor University
Boston University
Brown University
Case Western Reserve University
Cornell University
Dartmouth University
Drexel University
Duke University
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Emory University
George Washington University
Georgetown University
Indiana University
Johns Hopkins University
Medical College of Wisconsin
New York University
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
St. Louis University
Temple University
Tufts University
Tulane University
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
University of California- San Diego
University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
University of Colorado
University of Connecticut
University of Florida
University of Maryland
University of Miami
University of Michigan
University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
University of North Carolina
University of Pennsylvania
University of Pittsburgh
University of Rochester
University of Southern California- Keck
University of Texas at Austin- Dell Medical School
University of Virginia
University of Washington
Vanderbilt University
Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
Wake Forest University
Washington University
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

Medical School Linkages

Immediate Matriculation

Students entering the Post Bacc Pre-Med Program with excellent undergraduate grades, a strong service background, and clinical experience, may be interested in applying to medical school through a linkage program. This option allows well-qualified Post Bacc Pre-Med students to matriculate into medical school immediately following the program.

Participating Medical Schools

We have linkage arrangements with the following medical schools:

Because there are many factors to consider when deciding whether to pursue admission through a linkage agreement, the Post Bacc Pre-Med advising team will work closely with students who are considering this option.

The Glide Year

Adding to Your Experience

The glide year is the period following the program’s completion and prior to entering medical school. During this time, students submit applications to medical schools and engage in activities that will further enhance their medical preparation. The Post Bacc Pre-Med faculty and staff help students develop a plan of action for the glide year and support students throughout this period.

Sample Glide Year Activities