Bachelor of Science in Premedical Health Studies—Osteopathic Medicine Pathway (BS/DO)

School of Arts & Sciences

Pathway with A.T. Still University
Location: Boston
Start Term: Fall

Earn a combined Bachelor of Science in Premedical Health Studies from MCPHS and a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from A.T. Still University (ATSU).

Laying the Foundation for Holistic Patient Care

Doctors of Osteopathic medicine (DO) stand out in the medical community for their holistic approach to patient care. They aim to treat the whole person, not just specific symptoms, often utilizing treatments that encompass the mind, body, and spirit of the patient. As an osteopath, you have a variety of career options, including internal medicine, pediatrics, and psychiatry, as well as a variety of specialties such as anesthesiology, dermatology, emergency medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, and surgery.

Your BS/DO Journey

The four-year undergraduate curriculum at MCPHS is focused on giving you the deep understanding in the sciences and humanities you will need to move on to the professional phase of the program at SGU.

First Year

  • study biology and the principles of chemistry and attend associated labs
  • begin your exposure to the liberal arts by exploring expository writing and human psychology

Second Year

  • continue to build an interdisciplinary foundation of knowledge by taking electives in the humanities and behavioral science
  • increase your knowledge of the health professions and hone the interpersonal communication skills necessary to be an effective member of the healthcare community
  • study organic chemistry and medical microbiology and participate in associated labs

Third Year

  • explore healthcare ethics
  • study advanced cellular biochemistry, anatomy and physiology, and physics and attend associated labs
  • strengthen your knowledge of the social and behavioral sciences

Fourth Year

  • students will complete all required electives
  • participate in a semester-long Premedical Health Studies Capstone seminar

Fifth-Eighth Year (ATSU)

  • receive a comprehensive medical education that emphasizes extensive clinical experiences

Learn more about A.T. Still University (ATSU) and the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program.

Discover the MCPHS Student Experience

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MCPHS is the Strategic Choice for a Medical Degree

Pursuit of a degree in medicine is a major commitment to your future—and to humanity.

#1 in the U.S. for earning power

(Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education 2018 College Rankings).

$208K median salary

Wages for physicians and surgeons are among the highest of all occupations
(U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).

#3 for return on investment

MCPHS has been ranked #3 in the U.S. for return on investment
(Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce).

Kelsey Pozerski

Kelsey Pozerski talks about the value of her premed journey at MCPHS

Learn how fourth-year Premedical Student Kelsey Pozerski is utilizing her MCPHS education to fulfill her goal of becoming a caring, compassionate, and committed doctor.

Additional Options for Degrees in Premedical Health Studies

In addition to the Bachelor of Science in Premedical Health Studies — Osteopathic Medicine Pathway (BS/DO with ATSU), we offer seven degree pathways covering general premed studies as well as training in specific disciplines.

Bachelor of Science in Premedical Health Studies

Build a robust foundation in the health sciences as preparation for graduate school in optometry, medicine, physician assistant studies, and other fields.

Bachelor of Science in Premedical Health Studies / Physician Assistant Studies Pathway (BS/MPAS)

Six-year program at the MCPHS Boston campus.

Bachelor of Science in Premedical Health Studies / Dental Medicine Pathway (BS/DMD) — Boston

Four years at MCPHS-Boston followed by four years at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Bachelor of Science in Premedical Health Studies / Medicine Pathway (BS/MD with SGU) — Boston

Three years at MCPHS-Boston, two years at St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine, and two years of clinical rotations at affiliated hospitals.

Bachelor of Science in Premedical Health Studies / Optometry Pathway (BS/OD) — Boston

Depending on the track you choose, three or four years at MCPHS-Boston followed by four years at MCPHS-Worcester.

Bachelor of Science in Premedical Health Studies / Osteopathic Medicine Pathway (BS/DO with LECOM) — Boston

Four years at MCPHS-Boston followed by four years at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Bachelor of Science in Premedical Health Studies / Veterinary Medicine Pathway (BS/DVM)

Three years at MCPHS-Boston, followed by four years of study at St. George’s University (SGU) Veterinary School.