They must be able to adapt to changing environments and to learn in the face of uncertainties which are inherent in the practice of medicine. Compassion, integrity, ethical standards, concern for others, interpersonal skills, interest, and motivation are all personal qualities that will be assessed during the admissions and educational process. The students must be able to use supervision appropriately and act independently, when indicated. Two semesters of chemistry, at least one with a laboratory, acceptable for students majoring in chemistry or as prerequisites for medical school. Two semesters of biology, at least one with a laboratory, acceptable for students majoring in biology or as prerequisites for medical school.
Microbiology is acceptable as one the two biology courses.
Human anatomy and human physiology, which should cover all of the systems of the body, either combined as one course to two separate ones. A laboratory is not required. One course in statistics. All prerequisite courses must be completed with grades of B or better by the end of the summer semester preceding the December 1 application deadline. All courses, except statistics, must have been completed within the previous seven years.