Glossary

Glossary

This section will list all the terminology used in the website.

AMCAS - American Medical College Application Service is the organization that you will use when applying to medical school.

MSTP - Medical Scientist Training Program is a training grant given by the NIH to participating institutions to train candidates for a career as a physician scientist. Qualified students are awarded a MD and PhD degree.

Postbaccalaureate Premedical Program - The program is designed for individuals pursuing a medical career who have already received their Bachelor's degree. 

Premed - A premed is a general terminology for a person who is taking the prerequisite courses (chemistry, biology, physics) in preparation for applying to medical school.