| Admissions | Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences | Why Get Your MSBS Degree at RVU? WHY GET YOUR MSBS DEGREE AT RVU? The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) program is a 9-month (31 semester hours) degree program designed to prepare students for health-related professional degree programs and/or careers in biomedical disciplines. The program aims to enhance the student’s academic record and competitiveness for advanced degree programs. The MSBS program provides individualized mentoring and academic advising to support successful transition to doctoral or other health-related professional training programs. Graduates of the program demonstrate a strong foundation in biomedical sciences with a specific focus on application of these sciences to health professions. The curriculum is designed to facilitate academic success in a variety of graduate or professional school curricula. The primary goal of the RVU program is for students to matriculate into a graduate professional health or biomedical sciences degree program, and support is also offered to students who decide to pursue other career tracks. UNIQUE FEATURES MSBS graduates who meet academic and professionalism criteria during the master’s program are directly recommended for evaluation by the RVU College of Medicine admissions committee based on a tier system The majority of courses are taught by the medical school faculty (PhDs, DOs, MDs, and PharmDs) and designed specifically for MSBS students Case studies and simulation experiences with medical students and standardized patients are widely integrated into the curriculum The program integrates service learning into each semester Exams are in block testing format to prepare students for long exams, such as the MCAT and board exams Additional Resources Why Get Your MSBS Degree at RVU? Message from the Program Director Mission, Vision and Outcomes Curriculum MSBS Faculty and Staff Current Student Spotlights Graduate Statistics and Testimonials Admissions Process Application Requirements Tuition and Fees Scholarships Upcoming Admissions Events FAQs Apply Now Request More Info Contact Us STUDENT SPOTLIGHT Samantha Williams What is the best piece of advice you have been given by a professor or student while at RVU? There are actually a few things I want to share: 1. Structure = Function. Click here to read more RESOURCES The University tuition, fees and cost of attendance are updated annually. To learn more about the tuition costs, individual health insurance and the tuition refund process, click on Tuition and Fees above. The Office of Admissions processes thousands of applications for admissions each year. Learn more about requirements for admissions including residency status, minimum prerequisite course work, and GPA requirements. The design of the applications-based systems curriculum is based on successful integrated academic models for the first two years of the curriculum. CONTACT THE OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS COLORADO CAMPUS 8401 South Chambers Rd. Englewood, CO 80112 303-373-2008 For faster response, please direct inquiries to the campus email: admissions@rvu.edu UTAH CAMPUS 255 E. Center Street Ivins, UT 84738 435-222-1290 For faster response, please direct inquiries to the campus email: admissionsUT@rvu.edu Share Tweet Pin it +1
