How is the Access-Med Program Organized?

Access-Med is organized into two major phases (I and II) to serve admitted students. In addition, a strong Pre-Phase I Program is offered to help students successfully complete the requirements for acceptance into Phase I.

Pre-Phase I

  2. Students are enrolled in General Biology or General Chemistry.
  3. Academic support and enrichment activities are provided.


Phase I

  1. Completion of General Biology, General Chemistry, and one semester of both a college math and English course.
  2. Attend seminars and workshops at Rutgers University and special medical conferences at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
  3. Interact with health care professionals and obtain career counseling and academic assistance, as needed.
  4. Continue Phase I activities throughout the completion of the B.A./B.S. degree.


MCAT/DAT Preparatory Program

  1. Unique and extensive preparation program conducted from October through April; sessions are held twice a week, including spring break.
  2. Receive academic support in key content areas of biology, chemistry, physics, and verbal/writing skills. In the junior year, students have the option of applying to Phase II or applying to other medical schools.


Phase II


Participants accepted into this phase have simultaneously been admitted to Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. During their senior year, students take four medical school courses along with Rutgers University courses. UMDNJ-RWJMS courses count toward graduation credits for the B.A./B.S. degree.