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Articulation Programs
Bachelor of Science/Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree Programs
Montclair State and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - New Jersey Dental School (UMDNJ-NJDS) offer a combined program leading to the Bachelor of Science degree at Montclair State and the Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) degree at UMDNJ. Its purpose is to permit highly qualified high school students to complete the required courses for baccalaureate and dental degrees in a seven-year sequence.
This program requires three years of full-time study at Montclair State in an approved accelerated major program, followed by four years of full-time study at UMDNJ. Qualified high school seniors and first-year students at Montclair State may apply; admission is limited to citizens or permanent residents of the United States who have satisfied secondary school requirements in English, mathematics, biology, chemistry and physics. Of importance in evaluating an applicant’s credentials are his/her high school grade point average, rank-in-class, and letters of recommendation from high school teachers. College Board SAT verbal and mathematical scores must also be submitted.
A student accepted into this program is assured of a place in the dental school once he or she has successfully completed the requirements of the three-year program at Montclair State and submitted a satisfactory Dental Admissions Test (DAT) score.
The undergraduate degree from Montclair State for those in the Seven-Year Program will be bestowed on each student after successful completion of the first year of the dental program.
The program of study at Montclair State requires the completion of pre-dental and Montclair State graduation requirements. A minimum grade of B in each of the science courses is required. Further, all Montclair State curriculum requirements for graduation must be completed, with a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or better, in order to continue in the combined program.
Additional information about this program may be obtained from the chairperson of the Department of Biology and Molecular Biology at 973-655-4397.
Bachelor of Science/Doctor of Medicine Degree Programs
Montclair State and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-New Jersey Medical School (UMDNJ-NJMS) offer a combined program leading to the Bachelor of Science degree at Montclair State and the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree at UMDNJ. Its purpose is to permit highly qualified high school students to complete the required courses for baccalaureate and medical degrees in a seven-year sequence.
The Seven-Year Program requires three years of full-time study at Montclair State in an approved accelerated major program, followed by four years of full-time study in the Medical Education Program at UMDNJ-NJMS. Qualified high school seniors whose SAT combined verbal and mathematical scores are 1400 or higher in one test sitting may apply. Deadline for application is December 1. Admission is limited to citizens or permanent residents of the United States who have satisfied secondary school requirements in English, mathematics, biology, chemistry and physics. Of importance in evaluating an applicant's credentials are his/her high school grade point average, rank-in-class (first 10%), and letters of recommendation from high school teachers. College Board SAT verbal and mathematical scores of at least 1400 from a single test administration must also be submitted.
All students accepted into the Seven-Year Program must enroll in the Honors Program at Montclair State. Each selected student is assured of a place in the medical school once he or she has successfully completed the requirements of the program at Montclair State.
The undergraduate degree from Montclair State for those in the Seven-Year Program will be bestowed on each student after successful completion of the first year of the medical program.
This program is available for qualified students who plan to major in one of the following at Montclair State: Biology, Molecular Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Psychology or Anthropology. The program of study includes a minimum of one year of Biology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Physics. A minimum grade of B in each of the required science courses is required. Further, all Montclair State curriculum requirements for graduation, including the completion of requirements for an honors degree and degree program requirements for the respective majors, must be completed with a cumulative grade point average of 3.40 or better in order to continue in the combined program.
Additional information about this program may be obtained from the chairperson of the Department of Biology and Molecular Biology at 973-655-4397.
Bachelor of Science/Doctor of Pharmacy Degree Program
A seven-year combined Bachelor of Science/Doctor of Pharmacy (B.S./Pharm. D.) degree program is offered with the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University (New Brunswick). MSU Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemistry or Biochemistry majors, after completing three years of prescribed courses at MSU, can progress to the Professional Phase of the Doctor of Pharmacy Program at Rutgers. After completion of the first professional year at Rutgers, a B.S. degree is awarded by MSU. After completion of the seventh year (three years at MSU and four years at Rutgers, the Doctor of Pharmacy is awarded by Rutgers University. Entrance to the program is by competitive application, and successful progress requires a minimum grade point average (GPA) in prescribed courses. For additional information, call 973-655-5140.
Bachelor of Science/Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree Program
A six-year combined B.S./DPT program, offered with the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey is composed of three years of undergraduate study at Montclair State and three years of study in the professional phase of the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at UMDNJ. During the three years at Montclair State, the student must successfully complete the Gen Ed 2002 requirements and a specific science curriculum. After the completion of the first (graduate) year at UMDNJ, the student receives the Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Montclair State University.
Qualified biology/molecular biology majors who are currently enrolled at Montclair State may apply. Acceptance into the Physical Therapy program is determined by UMDNJ. All applicants are selected on the basis of the following minimum criteria: Graduate Record Exam; minimum GPA of 3.0 overall and in the major; two volunteer or work experiences in two different physical therapy settings; three letters of recommendation; evidence of community service; essay; and an interview (to be conducted by an Admission Committee at UMDNJ).
Applicants are expected to have basic computer literacy, including file management, use of word processing and spreadsheet programs, use of e-mail and the Internet.
Application deadline: December 1 of junior year. For more information, call 973-655-4397.
Bachelor of Science/Master of Physician Assistant Degree Program
A six-year combined B.S./M.P.A. program, offered with the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey is composed of three years of undergraduate study at Montclair State and three years of study in the professional phase of the Master of Physician Assistant Program at UMDNJ. During the three years at Montclair State, the student must successfully complete Gen Ed 2002 requirements and a specific science curriculum. After the completion of the first (graduate) year at UMDNJ, the student receives the Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Montclair State University.
Qualified biology/molecular biology majors who are currently enrolled at Montclair State may apply. Acceptance into the Physician Assistant program is determined by UMDNJ. All applicants are selected on the basis of the following minimum criteria: direct patient care experience; volunteer experiences with a Physician Assistant; minimum GPA of 3.0 overall and in the major; an interview (to be conducted by an Admissions Committee at UMDNJ).
Applicants are expected to have basic computer literacy, including file management, use of work processing and spreadsheet programs, use of e-mail and the internet.
Application deadline: June 1 of sophomore year. For more information, call 973-655-4397.