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.

Now accepting applications for Fall 2025! Deadline to Apply is June 30th 2025.


Program Overview

The MSBS in Medical Sciences is a one-year graduate program designed for students who have completed all pre-med prerequisites and are preparing for U.S. medical school applications.

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 medical school application through proven academic performance.
  • Receive mock interview training and advising from current med students and faculty.
  • Eligible for UTCOMLS medical school interview with: undergraduate cGPA of ≥2.90, ≥3.0 GPA in the program curriculum and MCAT ≥ 496.
  • May receive provisional acceptance to UToledo’s M.D. program — no gap year needed.
  • Gain valuable research experience alongside faculty mentors.

Program Leadership

Dr. Guillermo Vazquez

Dr. Guillermo Vazquez

Program Director, MSBS in Medical Sciences

Email: Guillermo.Vazquez@utoledo.edu 

 

 


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Want to tour our Health Science Campus or meet with the program team?

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: 5/23/25