Experience the advantage of learning in partnership with Rowan-Virtua SOM, ranked among the nation’s top osteopathic medical schools. Our shared campus and access to world-class research and clinical faculty give TBES students an unparalleled edge. Through our Master of Biomedical Sciences program, you’ll gain the skills and connections to pursue your dream career in health care. Plus, successful graduates can take advantage of exclusive pathways to SOM, opening doors to become a physician or physician assistant.

Outstanding students in our Biomedical Sciences program are guaranteed an interview at Rowan-Virtua SOM. Here is what you need to qualify for a guaranteed interview at Rowan-Virtua SOM.

• Matriculated TBES Biomedical Science program students:
  • Cumulative overall undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or higher.
  • Have a 503 MCAT total score or higher.
  • Have a 126 MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems score or higher
  • Have earned a minimum of 18 credits* with a 3.60 overall GPA in the TBES Biomedical Sciences program. *18 credits must be standard letter grades (not “P” for “Pass” grade); additional credits can be P for Pass.

If you qualify and would like to take advantage of this opportunity, please email the director of graduate programs Dr. Diane Worrad (worrad@rowan.edu) the following information after you have submitted your Rowan-Virtua SOM primary and secondary applications, so that she can inform Rowan-Virtua SOM Admissions Dean Paula Watkins:

1. Name:
2. Rowan ID number:
3. TBES Unofficial transcript from Self Service Banner (attach transcript with ≥18 Biomedical Sciences program credits earned):
4. Current TBES GPA (≥3.60 earned):
5. MCAT score (attach official scores):

Please remember:

• AACOMAS GPA verification is required to complete your Rowan-Virtua SOM application.
• Upload all new TBES course grades into AACOMAS.
• Send AACOMAS your official TBES transcript for verification.
• Release your MCAT score to AACOMAS.
  
  

Rowan University offers guaranteed interview pathways for qualified students seeking entry into the Rowan-Virtua SOM Physician Assistant (PA) Program through the following structured academic routes:

MS in Biomedical Sciences / Guaranteed PA Interview Pathway

Students enrolled in the Rowan University MS in Biomedical Sciences program who meet outlined academic and experiential requirements will receive a guaranteed interview for the PA Program.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Enrolled full-time in the MS in Biomedical Sciences program at Rowan University.
• Have earned a minimum of 15 credits* with a 3.20 overall GPA in the TBES Biomedical Sciences program before submitting the application. *15 credits must be standard letter grades (not “P” for “Pass” grade); additional credits can be P for Pass.
• No withdrawals or repeated courses allowed during the MS program.

Additional Requirements:

• Complete ≥ 350 hours of direct patient care and ≥ 40 hours of community service.
• Meet all standard PA Program prerequisites within 10 years, with no more than two grades of C or C+, all prerequisites must have a grade of “C” or higher.
• Complete all other PA program specific admission requirements within the timeframes outlined.

Application Process:

• Notify the MS program director of intention to apply via this pathway before submitting CASPA.
• Must submit complete CASPA AND supplemental applications by September 1 of the year prior to matriculation (preferred by July 15).

Matriculation Conditions:

• Final admission is contingent upon completion of the full TBES Biomedical Science MS program and maintenance of GPA and professional standards.
• Admission is not guaranteed; only the interview is guaranteed if all requirements have been met, this is not a direct acceptance or accelerated dual degree pathway.

Questions?

Students interested in either pathway are encouraged to speak with their advisor or the Rowan-Virtua SOM PA Program Admissions team.

For more information, visit the PA Program website or contact: AdmissionsPA@rowan.edu