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Application Requirements
Applicants must complete the sophomore year in college and acquire college grades (Advanced Placement credit unacceptable) for the following prerequisite course work (or be in the process of completing):
8 credits biology (with lab)
8 credits freshman/general chemistry (with lab)
8 credits of either physics or organic chemistry (both with lab)
3 credits college math (college algebra or higher satisfies the math requirement)
Additionally, applicants must:
Present academic credentials and standardized test-taking skills indicative of a successful applicant to medical school
Overall grade point average (GPA) = 3.0 for a minimum of 60 credits
ACT composite score = 21 or SAT verbal plus math score = 990
Biology, chemistry, physics, and math (BCPM) GPA = 3.0 for a minimum 30 credits (27 credits if math requirement satisfied by 3 credits of calculus)
Be a legal resident of Mississippi.
Plan to complete an internship/residency program in a primary care specialty: Family medicine, combined medicine-pediatrics (med-peds), pediatrics, general internal medicine or obstetrics-gynecology.
Evidence that an applicant is likely to practice in a rural or medically underserved community in Mississippi based on residence in such an area and/or experiences (exposure to the medical profession, volunteer/community service and leadership) in rural or medically underserved areas.
A strong work ethic, determination to succeed, ability to overcome setbacks and age-appropriate professional behavior based on faculty evaluation letters, personal recommendation letters and personal circumstances (employment during school, family responsibilities).
Intent to participate in all academic enrichment programs offered by the MRPSP by signing the Integrity Agreement.