School of Medicine

PROGRAM COMPARISON CHART

University Program

College Program

MSTP Program

Program Goal

To challenge students in the areas of research and scholarship, clinical mastery, leadership, and civic professionalism, so that they affect positive change through treating disease, promoting health, and understanding the social and behavioral context of illness.

To foster a passion for scientific inquiry and develop skills for critical thinking, coupled with broad-based clinical expertise, to optimally position students for careers as physician-investigators.

To develop physician-scientists to bridge the gap between basic science and clinical research by providing training leading to both the medical degree and doctoral degree.

Ave. Annual Entering Class Size
140
32
11
Program Duration
4 years
5 years
8 years
Additional Information
Primary learning styles: 50% small group, 50% large lecture; thesis-like requirement Primary learning styles: small group, problem-based, thesis requirement MD earned through University Program; dissertation required for PhD
Resulting Degree
MD (opportunities exist to pursue additional degrees concurrently) MD with Special Qualifications in Biomedical Research (opportunities exist to pursue additional degrees concurrently) MD and PhD in a basic science discipline.
Administration

Lina Mehta, MD
Associate Dean for Admissions

Kathy Franco, MD
Associate Dean for Admissions

Clifford Harding, MD, PhD
Program Director