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Still Scholars Early Acceptance Program

The Still Scholars PreOsteopathic Program is designed to provide early admission to outstanding sophomore level students who have as their goal to become doctors of osteopathic medicine. KCOM works in joint collaboration with the following undergraduate institutions:

The advantage for those students accepted after completing their sophomore year is to have a reserved seat in KCOM’s entering class upon graduation. The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is not required. After acceptance to the program, students can spend the last two years at their undergraduate institution meeting graduation major/minor requirements, taking electives, fulfilling internship and/or service opportunities, and otherwise broadening his/her life experiences. Scholars will be awarded an academic scholarship for KCOM.

Program Requirements

Students may enroll in any major, provided the KCOM entry requirements are met by the designated year of enrollment. Students will apply for admissions to this program after completing three semesters (approximately 45 credit hours). Applications will be available through the pre-medical advisor in the spring of their sophomore year. Applications must be submitted to KCOM by June 1. Applicants will interview during the summer following their sophomore year. Selected students will be awarded reserved admissions to KCOM at the beginning of the junior year. Eligibility criteria for this program include:

Applicant Criteria
  • Minimum 28 composite ACT score or 1860 SAT score
  • Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.40 overall and 3.40 in the sciences
  • Submission of application and official transcripts by specified date
Application Process
  • Submit application to the Pre-Health advisor by specified date
  • Applicant must forward letters of evaluation from the Pre-Health Advisor and/or a science faculty member
Selection Criteria
  • Fulfillment of all academic and course requirements  
  • Commitment to osteopathic medicine  
  • Community service/leadership positions held  
  • Successful interview with the KCOM selection committee
Participant Criteria
  • Maintain a minimum 3.4 overall and science GPA
  • Continue to gain clinical experience/exposure
  • Continue community service/leadership opportunities
  • Demonstrate commitment to osteopathic medicine
  • Participate in KCOM Still Scholars Events
  • Complete required coursework at undergraduate institution
  • Earn BA/BS degree from undergraduate institution
  • Maintain accurate contact information with ATSU Admissions
  • Participate in KCOM final pre-matriculation review
  • Complete AACOMAS application by July 1 prior to senior year
  • Complete KCOM secondary application by August 1 prior to senior year
  • Successfully complete prerequisite coursework at undergraduate institution
Participant Opportunities
  • Academic Skills Workshop/Shadowing Experience
  • Professionalism Workshop
  • Alumni Ambassador Shadowing Experience

All prescribed courses in the baccalaureate program of the applicants’ choice must be taken at the participating undergraduate institution. Any deviation from the required courses requires written approval from the pre-health advisor and from ATSU Admissions. Participants must complete graduation requirements in four years prior to matriculating to KCOM. KCOM reserves the right, at any time, to reject a student deemed unsuitable for the program. In addition, acceptance will be withdrawn if application is made to another medical/osteopathic school, or if academic, ethical, or moral violation occurs, or if a personal change in career choice is made.