Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences and Bryan College of Health Sciences in Lincoln, Nebraska, have expanded their academic partnership to create a new educational pathway for students to pursue a Master of Science in Anatomy degree at DMU.
The expansion builds on the strong relationship between the two institutions and strengthens access to medical education for aspiring health care professionals throughout the Midwest.
“Students are looking for opportunities that allow them to build momentum toward their long-term goals,” says Molly Moeller, MBA, senior director of admissions and recruitment at DMU. “This partnership provides a unique pathway that connects undergraduate education, our Master of Science in Anatomy program and the opportunity to continue on to medical school. It’s an exciting way to support student success while preparing future physicians to serve their communities.”
The agreement marks the first time DMU’s MSA program has offered students the opportunity to concurrently earn undergraduate and graduate credit while also providing reserved-seat pathways into both the MSA and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine programs.
Under the agreement:
- Qualified Bryan students may apply for reserved seats annually in DMU’s Master of Science in Anatomy program.
- Eligible Bryan undergraduate students and DMU MSA students may concurrently earn credit that applies toward both undergraduate and graduate degree requirements.
- Students who meet all academic, professional and program-specific requirements may be eligible for reserved seats annually in DMU’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program.
Bryan students may begin the application process for the MSA program as early as the summer between their sophomore and junior years.
“This pathway provides students with an exceptional opportunity to accelerate their journey to reaching their professional goals,” says Jason States, EdD, dean of healthcare studies at Bryan College of Health Sciences. “By completing coursework that applies toward both their bachelor’s degree and Master of Science in Anatomy, students can save time, reduce costs and build a strong academic foundation for success in medical school. We are excited about this partnership and the opportunities it creates for students to pursue their goals while ultimately leading to improved physicians in the Midwest.”