Freshman to Physician Pathway
The Freshman to Physician Pathway provides an opportunity for A-State students to
secure early admission to the NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) and begin
preparing for careers in healthcare from the first day of college.
Your Direct Path to Medical School
The Pathway offers a direct route from undergraduate enrollment at A-State to NYITCOM,
provided students meet clearly defined academic and professional standards.
The Freshman to Physician Pathway provides an opportunity for A-State students to
secure early admission to the NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) and begin
preparing for careers in healthcare from the first day of college.
Admission to the Pathway
Students who meet these requirements are exempt from the MCAT, streamlining their
path to medical school and reducing both cost and complexity.
Admission to the Pathway
Admission to the Pathway Program is selective and open to Arkansas residents who meet
high academic standards, including an SAT of 1100 or ACT of 26, a high school GPA
in the top 10%, and a successful admissions interview.
Admission to NYITCOM
Admission to NYITCOM at A-State requires students to maintain a 3.5 GPA in both science
and overall coursework (with a one-time semester waiver), complete all pre-med prerequisites,
earn a positive recommendation from A-State’s premedical committee, and pass an admissions
interview with NYITCOM faculty.
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