Program Description

The Biology B.S. degree with a concentration in Biomedical Sciences is an ideal track for students interested in careers in medicine, dentistry and scientific research. The coursework fulfills the prerequisite requirements for most medical, dental and graduate schools in biology and prepares students for postgraduate admission exams including the MCATs, DATs, and GREs. The biology curriculum emphasizes critical thinking skills, quantitative reasoning and authentic research experiences. 

The Biomedical Sciences sets up students to apply to:

- Medical School
- Dental School
- Physician Assistant Programs
- Graduate Schools in Biological Sciences

Admission Requirements

• Official academic transcripts and/or Foreign Academic Credential Evaluation (FACE)* for all foreign transcripts. Evaluations of foreign transcripts are accepted from any NACES or AICE member such as WES, IFCS, Scholaro, or SpanTran.
• Mercy College takes a holistic approach in reviewing each student’s application. In the admission decision, we review a student’s transcript and academic record, including the courses taken and the grades attained. Other factors considered include the written essay, letters of recommendation, leadership potential, extracurricular and service-related activities.
• We do not require ACT or SAT for international undergraduate students

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6

Remarks:

• Yearly tuition fee is given
• I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $38,406.