DETROIT – Wayne State University on Thursday revealed the details of a new program that will give 10 students a year guaranteed admission to its School of Medicine along with free undergraduate and medical school tuition.
The new program, Wayne Med-Direct, will begin next summer.
In a statement, the university said the program aims to "develop a pipeline of high quality students from disadvantaged socioeconomic backgrounds who are also interested in studying health disparities."
"Attracting top-tier students with an interest in health disparities is important to the future of our School of Medicine," said WSU President M. Roy Wilson. "As we advance toward becoming a national hub for health disparities research, it is crucial for us to get future medical practitioners and clinical scientists committed to Wayne State University as soon as possible."
The university said its program is the only one of its kind in the state.
Students in the program will also receive include free MCAT and GRE preparation, travel to relevant conferences and symposia, and access to research facilities -- such as the new $93-million Integrative Biosciences Center (IBio).
To be eligible for the program, candidates must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and 1340 SAT or 30 ACT score, be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and be an incoming freshman. Preference will be given to students from disadvantaged socioeconomic backgrounds who are also interested in studying health disparities.
The university is accepting applications from now until Jan. 15, 2016. Visit honors.wayne.edu.