College of Medicine Graduate Programs

Master of Science in Biomedical Science in Medical Sciences

A one-year post-baccalaureate program at The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences.

THE APPLICATION CYCLE FOR FALL 2026 IS NOW OPEN!


Program Overview

The MSBS in Medical Sciences is a one-year graduate program designed for students who have completed all pre-med prerequisites and wish to improve their academic record and preparedness for application to medical school or other health profession programs.

Key Features:

  • Organ-systems-based curriculum instructed by faculty who teach in UToledo’s medical school (M1/M2 curriculum).
  • Covers core content from the first two years of medical school (M1/M2).
  • Strengthens knowledge on foundational sciences needed for the USMLE Step 1 exam.
  • Includes a year-long Scholarly Project in clinical or basic science research, mentored by UToledo faculty.

Program Benefits

  • Strengthens your academic record and preparedness for medical school and other health profession programs.
  • Eligible for UTCOMLS medical school interview with: undergraduate cGPA of ≥2.90, ≥3.0 GPA in the program curriculum and MCAT ≥ 496 (but see 'New for this Year' under 'Admissions Criteria'). Note: Meeting these criteria and receiving an interview does not guarantee admission to the MD program at UTCOMLS. Admission decisions are based on a holistic review process and are at the sole discretion of the medical school admissions committee.
  • If provisional acceptance to UToledo’s M.D. program is offered, no gap year needed.
  • Gain valuable research experience alongside faculty mentors.

Program Leadership

Dr. Guillermo Vazquez

Professor and Program Director, MSBS in Medical Sciences

Email: Guillermo.Vazquez@utoledo.edu 

 

 


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Contact Dr. Anita Easterly, Program Coordinator
Email: anita.easterly@utoledo.edu
This email is for program inquiries only — do not send application materials.

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Last Updated: 8/19/25