Diversity

PULSE GENERAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents
Completed one year of college (by the start of program) and the following coursework:
- At least one semester of biology or chemistry
- One semester of math
- One semester of expository writing or college composition
GPA requirement (Overall and Science GPA):
- Phase I: 3.0 or higher
- Phase II: 3.2 or higher
- Phase III: 3.3 or higher

A COMPLETED APPLICATION CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING:

*If you are currently enrolled in courses, please wait to send transcripts until your Fall 2022 grades have been released

PULSE PROGRAM PHASES

PHASE I Designed for students who have just started pre-professional studies and have completed/met the general eligibility requirements
Phase I Curriculum Highlights:	- Introduction to Chemistry - Reflective writing seminar - Health professions career seminars and workshops - Learning skills workshops - Service learning or Community service activities

PHASE II Designed for students who have completed/met the general eligibility requirements and at least one semester of organic chemistry
Phase II Curriculum Highlights:	- Introduction to Biochemistry - lecture and team-based learning activities - Reflective writing seminar - Professional development workshops - Volunteering with an emphasis on patient interaction

PHASE III Designed for students who are at or near the point of applying to professional school and have completed nearly all pre-professional science requirements
Phase III Curriculum Highlights:	- Introduction to Gross Anatomy - lecture and lab - Introduction to Biostatistics and Research - Professional Development workshops - AMCAS application assistance

*Phase content subject to change; updates will be posted on the website