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Michigan State University
College of Osteopathic Medicine
Prerequisite Requirements
The faculty of the college establishes prerequisite requirements for MSUCOM. They are meant to ensure that every entering student has achieved a minimum level of education in key areas. We reserve the right to alter these requirements to correspond with curricular changes.
To satisfy the requirements, students must achieve a passing grade in the required number of credit hours for each subject area. We consider 2.0 to be the minimum passing grade.
We strongly encourage all students to complete additional course work in the basic sciences. Specifically, we recommend 16 to 20 semester hours in senior level biological sciences such as anatomy, physiology, immunology, and neurobiology.
Current Requirements**:
8 Semester Hours
|
Biological Science |
| 3 Semester Hours | Genetics |
16 Semester Hours
|
Chemistry (Includes Inorganic and Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry; MUST include 3 semester hours of biochemistry) |
| 8 Semester Hours | Physics |
| 6 Semester Hours | English |
6 Semester Hours
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Behavioral Science
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| 90 Semester Hours | Minimum Total Completed Credit Hours |
MSUCOM students are expected to complete all prerequisite credit hours before they begin classes in July. There are no exceptions or waivers. Prospective students who have questions about these requirements should make an appointment to speak with an MSUCOM admissions advisor.