The Medical Scholars Program offers an eight year (4+4) academic program sponsored by the University of Delaware in collaboration with the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, and the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine. It is designed for unique students who are certain that they want to become physicians and who seek a program of academic study that blends the scientific and cultural aspects of the medical humanities. This program is accomplished by providing highly qualified students with a balanced education in liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies. The commonly shared curriculum in preparation for this profession not only includes the traditional courses in the life/physical sciences, but also the opportunity to specialize in one of five areas related to medicine dealing with Bioethics, Administration and Public Policy, Translational Research, Nutrition and Health, or One Health.
To join the interest group, freshman are encouraged to attend one of our interest group meetings offered in fall and spring semester. You can learn the dates for these meetings by connecting with the Center for Health Profession Studies in the first few weeks of starting at UD. At the meeting, you will be given detailed information on the program application, requirements, and affiliated schools. After attending the interest meeting, you can join our canvas page.
For more information, contact the program director Dr. Saskia Richter srichter@udel.edu or consult the Medical Scholars Program website.