Study Accelerated Pre-Med Path
Major in Biology with an Emphasis in Accelerated Pre-Med Path
AMP-UP: A partnership between PSU and KCU. Save time and money on your path to becoming a doctor or dentist.
AMP-UP will provide a cohort of 35 students each year the chance to accelerate their path to earning a medical or dental degree in just seven years — one year less than the traditional path — closer to home.
Get a solid academic foundation in the sciences and healthcare-related subjects like anatomy, physiology, biology, and chemistry.
Accelerate your journey to becoming a healthcare professional by completing your undergraduate and medical/dental education in a compressed timeframe.
Curriculum topics in the Accelerated Medical Path emphasis
- Anatomy and Physiology: structure and function of the human body
- Biology: general biology, microbiology, and genetics
- Chemistry: general chemistry and organic chemistry
- Physics: understanding radiation, medical imaging, and the physical properties of fluids and gases
- Medical Terminology: the language of medicine and healthcare.
Program Overview
Year 1-3: Undergraduate studies at Pitt State
Begin your academic journey with rigorous yet enriching undergraduate coursework at Pitt State. Lay the foundation for your future medical or dental studies while enjoying a vibrant campus life.
Year 4: Early entry to KCU
Transition seamlessly to KCU in your fourth year, saving valuable time in your pursuit of a medical or dental degree. Engage in advanced coursework and clinical experiences to further hone your skills.
Year 5-7: Complete medical/dental education
Complete the remaining years of your medical or dental education at KCU. Immerse yourself in hands-on clinical training, research opportunities, and specialized coursework to prepare for your healthcare career.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the AMP-UP application academic requirements?
26 ACT (superscores are accepted) and 3.6 overall GPA (and at least a 3.5 GPA in Math, Science, and Language Arts courses; on a 4.0 scale).
Who can apply to this accelerated program?
You can apply to our program during your senior year of high school and begin AMP-UP as an incoming freshman.
Alternatively, you may apply after enrolling at Pitt State, as long as it's within your first semester of college following high school graduation.
What is the application deadline/timeline for High School Seniors?
Our program has rolling admission; we are interviewing and accepting students throughout the Spring of their senior year of high school. The priority deadline is December 1.
What is the application deadline/timeline for current Pitt State freshman college students?
Our program has rolling admission; we are interviewing and accepting students throughout the Fall of their freshman year at Pitt State. The priority deadline is November 15.
What is the interview process?
After we review the applications, Pitt State will extend interview offers to select students. The interviews will be offered multiple times per year.
How many students are accepted into this program?
This program will accept 35 students per year: 25 students for the medical track and 10 students for the dental track.
Upon admission to the program, will I be required to complete the MCAT or DAT?
Yes, all students will be required to take the MCAT or DAT prior to matriculation to KCU medical or dental school, however, the scores will not be used in the KCU admission decision.
When will I take the MCAT or DAT?
You will take the MCAT or DAT your sixth semester at Pitt State.
Can I apply to the PSU Honors College?
Can I participate in undergraduate research?
Additional information
Biology - AMP UP Degree Map download
Catalog – see catalog for the School of Science and Mathematics