A maximum of twenty-four students will be accepted each fall, with cancellations being filled from a waiting list. Due to the high number of applicants for this program selection is competitive in nature and involves review of the following criteria by the Program's Admission Committee. Compliance with all criteria does not guarantee acceptance. Meet all admission requirements of the University. Graduate from an accredited high school with ranking in the top thirty percentile.
Preference is given to students who have taken college preparatory curriculums in high school.
Requirements include four years of English or equivalent and three years of mathematics or equivalent. Preference is given to students with two or more years of life science course work. Following review of academic qualifications, personal interviews will be offered to a maximum of forty finalists as a final consideration in the selection process. Interviews will account for forty percent of final selection determination. Possess physical and mental health acceptable for performance in the occupation as documented by a licensed practicing physician.