Common Questions

How long is the Pre-Matriculation Program (PMP)?
The program is two academic quarters, or approximately five (5) months of study (August through December). Additional coursework may be recommended.

If I do well in the Pre-Matriculation Program (PMP), am I automatically admitted into other RFU programs, such as one of the medical schools?
PMP students must apply to other RFU programs in the same manner as all other applicants. Students who are currently enrolled and are doing well academically in the PMP, will be granted an interview to an RFU program, if all application requirements are met. Admission to another school or program at RFU is independent of a student’s performance in or completion of the PMP.

Is there an interview for the Pre-Matriculation Program (PMP)?
PMP does not include a formal traditional interview, however eligible applicants will be invited to attend an informal interview by the Director of PMP from the College of Health Professions.

Will I be taking any courses with other health professions students?
Yes, students participate in courses with other students from the Biomedical Sciences Masters (BMS) program. PMP students take a course alongside and are graded in the same manner as other students. A transcript is available after completion of coursework.

How do I submit a test score?
You should upload your test score to your application as a document or jpeg. If you have questions please contact us.

Can applicants be interested in other health professions, including those not offered by RFU?
Yes, the program is designed to strengthen a prospective health profession student’s application in addition to exposing the student to health care coursework. Students should enroll in the program with an interest in pursuing a profession in healthcare.

Do the essays have a word or character limit?
Essays should be approximately one page in length and should discuss the applicant’s experiences.