The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) program at Rocky Vista University (RVU) is a Direct Pathway to RVU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine in Colorado or Utah.
Steps to a medical career
Receive bachelor's degree
Apply to MSBS
Graduate MSBS with 3.0+ Master's GPA
Admission to RVUCOM
The direct pathway from MSBS to RVUCOM grants students admissions with:
- No MCAT Retake Needed
- No Additional Letters of Recommendation
- No Additional Prerequisites
- No Interview (If 3.3+ MSBS GPA)
- No Undergraduate Overall or Science GPA Minimum
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A bachelor’s degreefrom a U.S. regionally accredited college or university
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Completion of all prerequisite courseworkwith a grade of ‘C’ or better
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An overall and science GPA of 2.6 or higher(on a 4.0 scale)
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Official standardized test scores:MCAT, GRE, PCAT, or DAT (others potentially approved upon request)
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Completed applicationvia PostBacCAS
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Two letters of recommendation
Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) Program – 2023-2024 Tuition (Located on the Colorado and Utah campuses)
- $972 Per Credit Hour (Total $30,070)
- Student Health Insurance - $4,512
- Scholarships and Financial Aid Available
2024-2025 Tuition and fees coming soon
What will MSBS prepare you for?
While not all students choose the Direct Path to RVUCOM, MSBS has been designed to prepare the student to enter professional and/or advanced degree programs in healthcare-related fields. It is intended to strengthen the student’s academic record and qualifications for candidacy at:
- Medical School
- Veterinary School
- Dental School
- Physician Assistant Programs
- Other Healthcare Professional Schools
Why get your MSBS degree at RVU?
97.5% of RVU MSBS masters graduates have progressed to a graduate health program, including DO, MD and PA.
MSBS courses are taught by medical school faculty with DOs, MDs, and PhDs.
100% of eligible graduates that applied to RVUCOM were admitted in the past 4 years.
What are the benefits?
The MSBS program provides individualized mentoring and academic advising to support successful transition to doctoral or other health-related professional training programs. MSBS graduates demonstrate a strong foundation in biomedical sciences with a specific focus on application of these sciences to health professions.
Simulation experiences each semester with medical students and standardized patients.
Case studies and service learning projects are integrated into the curriculum.
Exams are in a block testing format to prepare for board exams.
“My favorite part about the program is that I already feel like I am in medical school. I am challenged, I learn from the same professors as the medical school, I learn about actual medical topics, and I even get to interact with standardized patients.”
- Onilia Zorio
"Now, as a first-year medical student, I realize that this program changed the trajectory of my life. I developed a strong foundation for core science classes, was given time to explore study methods, and most importantly, I developed relationships with peers and professors who have supported and encouraged me to get where I am today.”
- Robert Tolson
Colorado & Utah campuses
Colorado campus
- 8401 South Chambers Rd.
Englewood, CO 80112 - 303-373-2008
For faster response, please direct inquiries to the campus email:admissions@rvu.edu
Utah campus
- 255 E. Center Street
Ivins, UT 84738 - 435-222-1290
For faster response, please direct inquiries to the campus email:admissionsUT@rvu.edu