Combined BS-MD Admissions Counseling

Direct med programs allow students to go from earning a BS or BA degree as an undergraduate directly to medical school to earn a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree. Gaining admission to these programs is extremely competitive, even for students with a high GPA, test scores, and strong extracurriculars. Some of the direct med programs accept fewer than 10 students.

Starting early, and working with one of our BS/MD counselors to create a clear strategy, will help position your student to have a strong profile that gets noticed by admissions committees. Our experienced counselors have successfully helped over 90% of qualified students get accepted to at least one BS/MD or other direct med program.

How We Work With Applicants

Support Through the Full BS/MD Process

Essay Support

Whether your essays need two drafts or ten, we work with you until they truly reflect your interests and experience — no limit on hours.

Job Shadowing & Internships

Successful applicants demonstrate sincere commitment to medicine. We advise on research, shadowing, and internships, and help with your cover letter.

Interview Prep

Whether it's one-on-one or an MMI, we help you answer questions about yourself, your interest in science, and ethics and healthcare topics.

Direct Med Advising Program

What's Included

Recommend challenging academic course selection to build a strong foundation
Develop focused extracurriculars and summer activities to strengthen the student's profile
Advise on job shadowing and internships that showcase medical interest
Advise on connecting with teachers for strong letters of recommendation
Develop a balanced list including direct medical programs and other colleges
Plan for standardized testing (PSAT, ACT, SAT)
Develop a professional resume
Select essay topics and craft essays that impress admissions committees
Interview prep for academic and professional confidence
Advise on scholarships and merit aid
Oversee timely submission of all applications and materials

Result

Programs Our Students Have Been Accepted To

SpanOne counselors have worked with students accepted to: Brown University's PLME, Rutgers BS/MD, Penn State BS/MD, Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, Brooklyn College BS/MD, Case Western University Pre-Professional Scholar in Medicine, NYIT BS/DO, California Northstate, and many more.

"As a first-generation immigrant, I had no idea how the college application process worked. Guidance from SpanOne was excellent. Definitely worth the investment. Highly recommend!"

Yinka A.