The successful post-baccalaureate student will be prepared to achieve minimum standards on the MCAT (Medical College Admission Test), excel in the classroom, be a positive influence on his or her peers, exhibit professionalism and interpersonal skills and participate in learning outside the classroom, through volunteerism and clinical or mentoring opportunities. Additionally, they will be granted a guaranteed interview with Creighton University School of Medicine.
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An applicant to the Creighton University School of Medicine Post-Baccalaureate Program in Medicine must:
In addition, students are expected to meet the responsibility of the program fees which include tuition fees and living expenses. Financial assistance is available through FAFSA, Creighton University Monthly Electronic Payment Plan and Alternative Loans. Eligibility applies with the Monthly Electronic Payment Plan.
The application form is completed online. When you click “submit,” your application will be automatically sent to postbac.appl@creighton.edu An application will not be evaluated until it is complete and includes the following:
Photographs: Photographs are used for identification purposes only. Please include a recent digital photo in the space provided on the application form.
Technical Standards (Question 16): Please review the School of Medicine Technical Standards. After you have read and understand fully the Technical Standards, complete Question 16 on the application form. If you have questions about these standards, please email our office at: postbac.appl@creighton.edu.
Background Check (Question 17): Please see the School of Medicine’s Background Check Policy. After you have read and understand the background check policy, complete Question 17 on the application form. If you have questions about this policy, please email our office at: postbac.appl@creighton.edu.
Personal Statement (Question 19): The personal statement should provide the admissions committee with:
Applicants are asked to submit a copy of their current and verified AMCAS Application report to medical school.
Please submit scores for all attempts at the MCAT not reported in the AMCAS application above. These scores may be copies of reports received by the applicant.
Three letters of reference from professors and/or community leaders are required for admission. Please request that the letters address the following:
Please have letters of recommendation mailed to the same address as your transcripts (below), or emailed to: jonathansaffold@creighton.edu
We are aware that AMCAS has already received your transcripts; however, Creighton University also needs to receive official copies. Therefore, all applicants are to submit official transcripts of all academic work. If you have earned a degree from an institution, the transcript must reflect that status. If you are currently enrolled in a degree program we ask that you submit a transcript and then request that a transcript be sent after the posting of your grades/degree.
Official Transcripts can be emailed to jonathansaffold@creighton.edu or mailed to:
Post-Baccalaureate Program in Medicine
Attn: Jonathan Saffold
HS-MACA
Creighton University
Hixson-Lied Science Building, G13
2500 California Plaza
Omaha, NE 68178
You will be notified by email when your file is complete. If you do not receive an email notification within 10 days, please contact Zmarak Daud at postbac.appl@creighton.edu. Your file cannot receive consideration by the Committee on Post-Baccalaureate Admissions until it is complete. We are now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Diagnostic Summer Session
June —July:
Academic Year Session
Fall Session: August —December
Spring Session: January —May
Pre-matriculation Summer Session
June —July: Medical school curricular review sessions in Anatomy, Molecular and Cell Biology (Genetics and Biochemistry), Host Defense, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Neurosciences and Academic Excellence.
Applicants to the Post-Baccalaureate Program in Medicine who wish to be considered for federal student aid will need to file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Due to the costs of the program and limited federal loan funds, many students must obtain an alternative loan to help cover the costs of this program. Admitted students will need to provide a copy of the alternative loan approval (or other satisfactory payment arrangement) along with their acceptance letter. In addition, admitted students are eligible for the HS-MACA Post-Baccalaureate Alumni Scholarship.
Q: If my AMCAS application is online with Creighton do I still need to send all required documents?
A: Yes, you are required to submit the necessary documentation.
Q: How can I apply to this program?
A: You may apply online HERE as we are accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Q: What is an LCME-accredited school?
A: The Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) is the nationally recognized accrediting authority for medical education programs leading to the MD degree in the United States and Canada. The LCME is sponsored by the Association of American Medical Colleges and the American Medical Association.
Q: If I apply/get accepted to the post-baccalaureate program will I have to withdraw my medical school application?
A: Yes, all medical school applications must be withdrawn by the start of the program.
Q: Is your program a career change?
A: No, it is an academic enhancer program for students previously denied admission to medical school.
Q: Can I postpone my acceptance until next year due to circumstances beyond my control?
A: Unfortunately, there is no deferment for the program. If you are accepted for admission and choose not to enroll, you will need to reapply next year.
Since the year 2000, 86 percent of our students have matriculated into medical school. A number of post-baccalaureate pre-medical students have enrolled into Creighton University School of Medicine (CUSOM) while other students have enrolled at various allopathic schools, colleges of osteopathic medicine, PhD and DNP Programs.
Degrees obtained after MD program:
The goal of the Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program is to prepare students for admittance into the medical school. When looking into medical school it is important to review the process holistically ensuring that the environment has adequate resources to fulfill your professional and academic endeavors as well as focus on your personal well-being. Graduates of the Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program have successfully attended medical schools around the globe to include:
Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program graduate, Creighton University School of Medicine graduate
Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program graduate
Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program graduate