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The California Northstate University (CNU) Bachelor of Science (BS) to Medical Doctor (MD) Early Assurance Honors Track (BS-MD) is a unique partnership between CNU’s College of Health Sciences and College of Medicine.
Designed for highly motivated first-time undergraduate freshmen who aspire to become physicians, the BS-MD Early Assurance Honors Track offers a structured pathway toward a career in medicine. Transfer students may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Admission to the program is highly selective and requires approval from both the College of Health Sciences and the College of Medicine Admissions Committees.
The CNU BS-MD Early Assurance Honors Track offers an innovative educational experience that combines rigorous academic preparation with early exposure to clinical environments. Through intentional alignment of undergraduate and medical school curricula, meaningful interactions with faculty and advisors, and hands-on experiential learning opportunities, students develop a strong foundation for success in medical school and beyond. The program is designed to support academically talented students as they pursue their goal of becoming future physicians and healthcare leaders.