Syracuse University's Early Assurance Program (EAP) partnerships allow Syracuse University students to be accepted or conditionally accepted to medical, dental and pharmacy programs. Through these programs, students are not required to take the MCAT for admission to medical school and enjoy either an abbreviated undergraduate timeline or additional flexibility in their advanced undergraduate years.

Find more information about each EAP option below:

• Syracuse University / SUNY Upstate Medical University Combined Bachelor’s-M.D. Program
• Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) EAP
• Albany Medical College EAP

Syracuse University / SUNY Upstate Medical University Combined Bachelor’s-M.D. Program

Are you passionate about pursuing a career in medicine? Join the Syracuse University / SUNY Upstate Medical University Combined Bachelor’s-M.D. Program and take the first step towards your dream of becoming a doctor!

Program Highlights:

• Smooth transition from Syracuse University to Upstate’s M.D. program, with no MCAT requirement
• Detailed insights into Upstate’s College of Medicine
• Co-curricular experiences tailored to support your medical school aspirations
• Mentorship opportunities for a diverse group of aspiring medical professionals
• Early engagement with faculty members from Upstate

Preferred Candidate Criteria:

• New York State residents, particularly those from Central/Upstate New York
• Strong interest in Central New York with demonstrable ties to the region
• Backgrounds including rural, lower socioeconomic status, first-generation college, or medically underserved communities

Eligibility Requirements

• An excellent high school GPA (minimum 90% average or a 3.50 GPA). The score will not be rounded to meet this minimum.
• Extra-curricular activities that clearly document experience in a healthcare setting and a commitment to community service or volunteer work.
• SAT test scores of 1360 or better (combined critical reading & math) or ACT test score of 29 composite or better. These scores will not be rounded to meet this minimum.
• International students are eligible to apply.

Application Timeline:

To be considered for this program, simply indicate interest in the program in the "Academics" section in Syracuse University's portion of the Common Application or Coalition Application, then submit the application.

• Application due to Syracuse University: January 5

Competitive applicants will be recommended to SUNY Upstate Medical University for further review. At that time, an additional application to SUNY Upstate Medical University will become available.

• Application and application fee due to SUNY Upstate Medical University: Late January (estimated)

SUNY Upstate Medical University will select a small number of applicants to move forward in the application process with an interview. Interviews will be conducted in person, with SUNY Upstate Medical University staff.

• Interviews: First week of February (estimated)

From those interviewed, SUNY Upstate Medical University will select up to 10 candidates for admission to the Combined Bachelor’s-M.D. Program. They will notify selected students directly, and admission will also be noted in the Syracuse University admission letter.

• Committee decisions: End of March/first week of April (estimated)
• Admission to Syracuse University and the combined program: April (estimated)

Additional Pathway: 3 Plus 4 Option

• Syracuse University offers a 3 plus 4 option, allowing students to accelerate their journey to medical school with a major in biology. Syracuse University will evaluate you throughout your first year and make a recommendation to Upstate on whether you would be an excellent candidate. Students who do not wish to major in biology are still eligible for this program, but would follow a 4 plus 4 timeline.

Conditions of Acceptance after Enrollment at Syracuse University:

• Regular meetings with academic advisors
• Completion of graduation requirements and specified medical school prerequisite courses with grades of “B” or higher typically including:
  • General Biology I and II (with lab)
  • General Chemistry I and II (with lab)
  • Organic Chemistry I and II (with lab)
  • General Physics I and II (with lab)
  • Biochemistry
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Statistics
• Minimum of twelve (12) credit hours each semester
• Maintenance of a 3.50 cumulative GPA and completion of 40 hours of volunteer service during undergraduate enrollment

Once you are accepted to the Syracuse University/SUNY Upstate combined bachelor’s and medical degree program you should consider the agreement binding. Application to any other program will rescind the acceptance.

Disclaimer: The Syracuse University/SUNY Upstate Accelerated Combined Bachelor’s-MD Program is subject to change.

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) EAP

The Early Assurance Program (EAP) partnership between Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) and Syracuse University provides the opportunity for students to be accepted to medical school, dental school, or the doctor of pharmacy program prior to matriculation at Syracuse University or after the completion of the first year of study.

Degrees Offered

Bachelor’s degree at Syracuse University + DO, PharmD or DDS at LECOM

Application Process: High School Students

To apply, complete BOTH the Syracuse University Common App or Coalition App and the LECOM EAP application. For access to the LECOM EAP application, submit this inquiry form on the LECOM website.

If accepted, you will receive a provisional acceptance to LECOM indicating your intended date of entry (matriculation). You must remain enrolled at Syracuse University for at least two consecutive years prior to LECOM matriculation and matriculate at LECOM within one year from the intended matriculation date on your provisional acceptance letter.

Please note that only U.S. citizens or permanent residents will be considered for the DO and DDS programs at LECOM. International students with an F-1 Visa may apply to the PharmD program.

Application Process: Syracuse University Students

Current Syracuse University students may apply to the LECOM EAP after they have earned at least 30, but no more than 60, credit hours at Syracuse University.

To apply, contact a Pre-Health Advisor and submit this inquiry form on the LECOM website.

Application Requirements

• SAT ≥ 1240 or ACT ≥ 26
• High School un-weighted GPA ≥ 3.5 (this applies to high school applicants and college applicants)
• Must be accepted to Syracuse University (LECOM will confirm admission to Syracuse before extending an official offer of admission to high school applicants)
• Must NOT have already earned a four-year degree before applying to LECOM
• Must be a lawful, permanent U.S. resident

Requirements During College (after acceptance to EAP)

• Students must maintain specified GPA in science and non-science courses*
• Standardized testing requirement varies based on LECOM program:
  • DO Program: MCAT not required
  • PharmD Program: PCAT not required
  • Dental Program: DAT academic average ≥ 18 (scoring ≥ 17 in each section)

*Policies are detailed in the LECOM EAP Policy Manual (available in the Office of Pre-Health Advising and sent to students upon acceptance to the program)

Once you are accepted to the LECOM EAP, you should consider the agreement binding. Application to any other program will rescind the acceptance.

Albany Medical College EAP

The EAP partnership between Albany Medical College and Syracuse University provides the opportunity for students to be accepted to medical school prior to the junior year of undergraduate study. As the MCAT and typical pre-med course requirements are waived for students accepted to the Albany Medical College EAP, they are able to pursue additional majors and minors, study abroad opportunities and research endeavors.

Degrees Offered

Bachelor’s degree at Syracuse University + MD at Albany Medical College

Application Process

Students interested in the Albany Medical College EAP must participate in the Pre-Health Evaluation Committee process starting in fall semester of their sophomore year. Students apply to the EAP during the summer prior to junior year.

To apply, contact Pre-Health Advising, prehealthadvising@syr.edu by September 15th of your sophomore year.

Application Requirements

• SAT ≥ 1400 or ACT ≥ 31
• BCPM (biology, chemistry, physics, math) GPA and cumulative GPA ≥ 3.50 at the time of application; all grades must be B or better
• Complete the science coursework below; at least two of the four courses must be completed prior to the end of the sophomore year:
  • One year of general biology (with lab)
  • One year of general chemistry (with lab)
  • One year of organic chemistry (with lab)
  • One year of general physics (with lab)
• Work the Pre-Health Evaluation Committee in the to obtain a committee letter in support of the EAP application
• There are no requirements for residency or citizenship; this program is open to international applicants

Requirements After Acceptance to the EAP

• Maintain semester and overall GPA ≥ 3.50
• Participate in meaningful activities to gain experience in clinical service, community service, and/or research
• MCAT not required

Once you are accepted to the Albany Medical College EAP, you should consider the agreement binding. Application to any other program will rescind the acceptance.

Staff are available to answer your questions about any of the programs above.

Prospective Syracuse students: Contact the A&S | Maxwell Recruitment Team

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