No, “doctoring skills” encompasses professional development and skills for patient/family interactions in the clinical setting.
The SJV PRIME+ BS/MD Program curriculum does not currently factor in time to study abroad. Requests to study abroad will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Students in the SJV PRIME+ BS/MD Program can pursue any medical specialty
UC Merced has a robust selection of health professions resources available to all enrolled students:
After selecting a qualifying major with “SJV PRIME+, BS/MD” on the UC application, students will receive an email with directions about how to submit their SJV PRIME+ supplemental application. Supplemental applications questions are posted on the SJV PRIME+ BS/MD Program website
Interviews will take place on Zoom and be approximately 30 minutes long. There will be 4 questions and time for you to ask questions. The theme of the interview questions will be: commitment to the Valley and motivation to pursue medicine. Please dress business casual for the interview. If you need assistance finding a quiet space with reliable internet access for your interview, we can provide one for you.
Yes, the admissions committee understands that extracurricular activities may have been limited due to the pandemic.
Yes
Students will be accepted from the waitlist until the cohort has been filled. Once the cohort has been filled, the remaining students on the waitlist will be notified.
The SJV PRIME+ BS/MD Program will consider: