Application Instructions

Application Cycle - Timeline:

Application Opens - January 1st
Application Closes - March 30th
Interviews - April - May
Notifications of Acceptance - May 1st - May 31st
Program Start - August
Program End - July

Application Process:
As of January 2018, CDU will use the new centralized application system, PostBacCAS, for all applications to the Enhanced Post Baccalaureate Certificate Program in Pre-Medicine. Please visit PostBacCAS to apply.

I. APPLICATION: Complete Application via PostBacCAS including the following:

Curriculum Vitae (click here for sample CV template)

Official transcripts from all Universities/Colleges attended

High School transcripts/GED Test Scores

SAT/ACT transcripts

MCAT transcripts (if previously taken)

AMCAS application (if previously applied to medical school)

Personal Statement and Mini Essays

Confidential Letters of Recommendations (3)

Two (2) from academic instructors

One (1) from an individual who has worked with you in a clinical, research or community service capacity

Professional 2"x2" Photo

All application materials must be received through PostBacCAS by 11:59PM (EST) ( 8:59PM PST) on application deadline. No late applications will be accepted. .

II. INTERVIEW: Select applicants will be invited to continue the application process by participating in an in-person or virtual interview

III. ACCEPTANCE: Applicants accepted into the program will be notified by email. Tuition deposits will be due 2 weeks after notification to confirm enrollment.

For more information, please contact our Enrollment Management Specialists at:
Office of Enrollment Management
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
1731 E. 120th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90059
(323) 563-4839
admissionsinfo@cdrewu.edu