Podiatric Pathway: Early Assurance Program
Podiatric Pathway Program at ÂÜÀòÉç
ÂÜÀòÉç College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM), in partnership with the ÂÜÀòÉç College of Arts and Sciences, offers the Podiatric Pathway, a 2 + 2 + 4 program designed for undergraduate students committed to becoming Doctors of Podiatric Medicine (DPM). This pathway is ideal for students interested in specialties such as surgery, sports medicine, diabetic care, or biomechanics.
Students enrolled in any degree-granting program at ÂÜÀòÉç are eligible to apply. The program provides:
- A strong foundation in natural and social sciences.
- Opportunities to shadow podiatric physicians and gain insight into the daily life of foot and ankle specialists.
Early Assurance Admission
Acceptance into the Podiatric Pathway offers provisional admission to the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine program at KSUCPM. Admission is contingent upon meeting academic criteria (competitive GPA and MCAT scores) and maintaining professional conduct.
Students can secure early assurance by applying as early as their junior year, between August and June 30, and designate their intended start term for the DPM program. This eliminates the need for multiple applications - students simply update their existing AACPMAS application when courses are completed.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply, students must:
Be enrolled at ÂÜÀòÉç in a degree-granting program for at least one academic year.
Have completed a minimum of 59 credit hours at the time of application.
Complete the following courses by the end of the fall semester prior to application:
- BSCI 10120: Biological Foundations
- BSCI 30140: Cell Biology OR BSCI 30156: Elements of Genetics
- CHEM 10060/10062: General Chemistry I and Lab (or Honors equivalent)
- CHEM 10061/10063: General Chemistry II and Lab (or Honors equivalent)
- CHEM 20481: Basic Organic Chemistry I OR CHEM 30481: Organic Chemistry I
- CHEM 30475: Organic Chemistry I Lab
Note: Students granted early admission must ensure completion of all admission requirements for podiatric medical school before matriculation.
Application Process
- Application Fee: KSUCPM will cover the cost of the initial application designation. Contact podiatry@kent.edu to request your voucher code.
- Application: Apply through (American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine Application Service) during the junior year at ÂÜÀòÉç between August and June 30.
- Transcripts: Send official undergraduate transcripts directly to AACPMAS.
- Verification & Review: Once your application is verified by AACPMAS, KSUCPM will review and schedule interviews within the current academic term.
- Interview: Interviews are conducted from March through June. Additional details will be provided to selected candidates. Candidates may receive invitation to interview before the MCAT score is released.
- Decision: Candidates will be notified of their admission decision within two weeks of the interview. Those granted conditional admission must continue to meet all guidelines outlined in their acceptance letter, as well as additional requirements such as background check and drug screening.
- Pre-Matriculation: Candidates are required to release the final official transcript to AACPMAS, showing completion of pending pre-requisites.
Program Timeline
Most students complete their bachelor’s degree in the traditional four-year timeframe, followed by four years to earn the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree at KSUCPM.
Questions?
For more information about the Podiatric Pathway, contact podiatry@kent.edu or speak with your undergraduate advisor.