Connections, the Dual Admissions Program at the University of Cincinnati
Connections is the dual admissions program sponsored by the University of Cincinnati and the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. It is sometimes referred to as a BS/MD program.
This opportunity allows highly motivated high school students to reserve a place in our medical school for the year that they graduate from UC. Students complete their bachelor's degree at UC before beginning the M.D. program at UCCOM. Students accepted into Connections will be guided through a pre-medical curriculum and encouraged to take advantage of clinical and research opportunities. Additionally, Connections students are admitted into the University Honors Program.
To transition to the College of Medicine, Connections students will earn a 3.4+ overall GPA; a 3.45+ math/science GPA; and a 27+ score on the MCAT (Medical College Admissions Test). Additionally, they will graduate from the University Honors Program.
Connections FAQ's
Who is eligible to apply?
How do I apply to Connections?
What major should I select when applying to UC?
What happens after I submit my Connections application?
If accepted to Connections, what can I expect?
I have more questions. Who should I contact?
Who is eligible to apply?
Those eligible to apply to Connections are high school seniors who have:
- earned either a minimum 29 ACT composite or 1300 SAT score (critical reading + mathematics)
- submitted all required application materials to the UC Office of Undergraduate Admissions well before the Connections application deadline of February 1, 2010. We strongly recommend that you apply to UC by December 1, 2009 to be considered for scholarship eligibility.
Please note that there is no GPA requirement; however, academics will be considered when evaluating applications.
How do I apply to Connections?
- Be sure you have met the test requirement of either 29+ ACT (composite) or 1300+ SAT (critical reading + mathematics).
- Apply to the UC Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
- Specify your interest in medicine on the undergraduate application (there is a specific prompt requesting this information).
- We strongly recommend that all required application materials be submitted by December 1, 2009.
- If the above criteria are met, you are eligible to complete the Dual Admissions application process. The Dual Admissions application will be available November 1, 2009 through February 1, 2010 at www.medonestop.uc.edu .
- Submit all required Connections Application requirements per the online instructions by February 1, 2010.
What major should I select when applying to UC?
Pre-Med is not a major, but rather a career track that compliments the academic degree program of your choice. Select a major that will be interesting and challenging to you. Advisors will assist you with incorporating pre-medical course requirements into your curriculum. Because of your interest in medicine, you will be considered "Pre-Med", meaning that you will take steps to achieve your eventual goal of attending medical school.
What happens after I submit my Connections application?
After February 1, UC faculty and staff review every eligible applicant. You may check your status at www.medonestop.uc.edu (Login My Services). Approximately 24 students will be invited to interview in March. Up to 10 applicants will be invited to participate in the program by April 1. Last year 186 applications were received.
If accepted to Connections, what can I expect?
Both the Pre-Professional Advising Center and the College of Medicine will provide you with support during your undergraduate years through advising and programming. Additionally, the University Honors Program offers medical and other enrichment opportunities. You will also be paired with a current student who can serve as a mentor to you. Your comprehensive preparation plan for medical school includes meeting five standards of commitment.
- Commitment to academic and testing standards
- Commitment to intellectual development
- Commitment to personal and professional growth
- Commitment to medicine
- Commitment to the community
To transition to the College of Medicine, Connections students will:
- earn a 3.4+ overall GPA
- earn a 3.45+ math/science GPA
- earn a 27+ score on the MCAT (Medical College Admissions Test)
- fulfill requirements of the University Honors Program
I have more questions. Who should I contact?
For questions about the program you may contact either the Pre-Professional Advising Center at
(513) 556-2166 or PreProAdv@uc.edu or the College of Medicine (see below).
For questions about the Connections application, you may contact the College of Medicine at
(513) 558-5581 or DualAdmissionsProgram@uc.edu.
After you have submitted your Connections application, you may check on your status at www.medonestop.uc.edu (Login My Services).
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