School of Medicine

M.D./M.P.H. Program Structure

Master
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  Five-Year M.D./M.P.H. Four-Year M.D./M.P.H.
Eligibility to enroll

Approval by M.D./M.P.H. BCM Director

Approval by M.D./M.P.H. BCM Director

Have taken three core MPH classes summer prior to medical school (minimum 6 credit hours)
Entry to Program Deadline: January MS3 year (most start program MS1 or MS2 years) Program entry once admitted to BCM
M.P.H. Class Timing Majority of classes completed during the year-long leave of absence (after MS3 year) Must take three M.P.H. classes prior to starting at BCM
M.P.H. Credit Requirements

45 Credits Total
- Core Courses (18 credits)
- Shared Credits with BCM (12 credits)
- Culminating Experience (3 credits)
- Practicum (3 credits)
- Focus Area (9 credits)

45 Credits Total
- Core Courses (18 credits)
- Shared Credits with BCM (12 credits)
- Culminating Experience (3 credits)
- Practicum (3 credits)
- Focus Area (9 credits)

USMLE

Take USMLE Step1 and Step 2 prior to leave of absence from BCM

Standard times for BCM medical students
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Schedule

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View the schedule for students pursuing the Four-Year and Five-Year M.D./M.P.H. program between Baylor College of Medicine and UTHealth School of Public Health. While this guide is provided as an academic planning tool, students are expected to discuss academic planning with their advising team.