MD Program Information
The MD Program at Wake Forest University School of Medicine at the Bowman Gray Campus provides an opportunity for a unique medical education. The curriculum initiates the learning process of the medical student by integrating the basic and clinical knowledge of medicine with current technology, and builds a foundation of ethical professional behavior.
Future Students
Although a minimum of 90 undergraduate semester hours is needed for admission, almost all students have earned degrees before matriculation. Eight semester hours each in general biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics are generally considered as minimum preparation. continue
Accepted Students
We have worked hard to get you here and want the transition from applicant to student to be as seamless as possible for you. continue
Transferring Students
Admission to advanced standing by transfer may be granted to a limited number of students if space is available. Those seeking transfer must be currently enrolled and in good standing in an LCME-accredited medical school. Inquiries should be forwarded to the Office of Medical Student Admissions. continue
Early Assurance
Well-qualified college students, upon completion of the sophomore year, at very competitive schools may apply for acceptance to the class entering two years later. continue
International Applicants
Applications are accepted from international applicants as long as undergraduate and premedical course work has been done in the United States, immigration/visa status is current with US Immigration and Naturalization Service, and the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) has been or will be taken. If undergraduate and premedical course work have been done outside the United States, applicants must receive a degree from an institution in the United States or Canada and meet other requirements. Canadian citizens may apply with a degree from a Canadian undergraduate institution.
Residents
There are currently 51 accredited residency/fellowship programs at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center with a total of 625 residents and/or fellows within those programs. continue
Student Life and Living in Winston-Salem, NC
The physical location of the School of Medicine, in a residential neighborhood, offers a pleasing environment for living and studying. continue
Contact Us
Office of Medical School Admissions
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Medical Center Boulevard
Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27157-1090
Telephone: (336) 716-4264
Fax: (336) 716-9593
Email: medadmit@wfubmc.edu