Student Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from this program will:

• Integrate fundamental concepts in anatomy, biochemistry, cell biology and physiology.
• Apply basic biological sciences knowledge to clinical situations.
• Create a professional and reflective professional school application.
• Develop strategies for conducting professional school interviews.
• Master fundamental concepts in biochemistry, anatomy, and physiology. (Rural Medicine Emphasis)
• Develop strategies and portfolios for applying to medical and allied health programs. (Rural Medicine Emphasis)
• Identify rural issues, appraise rural health problems, and complete specific preparatory training activities. (Rural Medicine Emphasis)
• Apply current biomedical science techniques and analyze relationships in existing patient datasets. (Rural Medicine Emphasis)
• Develop a biomedical science capstone project. (Rural Medicine Emphasis)

Admissions

Applicants will select MA in Biology or MA in Biology - Rural Medicine Emphasis at the time of application. There are separate admissions committees. 

Admission requirements applicable to both:

• BS or BA in Biology or Chemistry (preferred).
• Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (preferred).
• Equivalent coursework required for admissions depends on specified professional program of choice.
• Three letters of recommendation.
• Personal statement explaining purpose of application, including specified professional program and rationale for rural medicine emphasis if applicable.
• A current C.V.

Equivalent Coursework Completed for Admissions to MA Biology

Equivalent Coursework Completed for Admissions to the MA Biology - Rural Medicine Emphasis

Location Requirements

For the MA Biology:
Students will take a mix of in-person and online classes. Attendance at all in-person classes is required on the UMKC campus (Volker and Health Science District).

MA Biology-Rural Medicine:
Students will take a mix of in-person and online classes. Attendance at all in-person classes is required on the UMKC School of Medicine regional campus located in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Plan of Study

Rural Medicine Emphasis Required Coursework

Total Credit Hours: 30