Descriptions:
The early assurance medical programs or direct medical programs (or direct BS-BA/MD programs) have various names and each name may be interpreted differently. The only one that has a slightly different meaning is the phrase accelerated medical program. While traditional paths require 8 years, there are some programs that are 6 or 7 years. These 6 or 7 year med programs are considered "accelerated." Student in this track may need to spend several summers taking additional courses or may need to take 18+ credits per semester in order to complete all the course requirements.
BS/MD programs, direct med programs, direct bs/md programs