College/University: Brown University

Medical School: Warren Alpert Medical School

Program Length: 8 Years

Application Deadline: Nov 1st (early decision) or Jan 5th (regular decision)

Program Website: https://plme.med.brown.edu/

 

Program Description: Brown’s Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME) combines undergraduate education and professional studies in medicine in a single eight-year program. The PLME is the only combined baccalaureate-MD program in the Ivy League, providing one route of admission to the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.

 

Minimum GPA: None

Minimum Rank: None

Minimum SAT/ACT: None

 

Admit Mean GPA: N/A

Admit Mean Rank: N/A

Admit Mean SAT: 1530 (data from 2022, prior to program going test optional)

Admit Mean ACT: 34 (data from 2022, prior to program going test optional)

 

Applicants: 3800 (approximation)

Interviews: N/A

Admitted: 85 (approximation)

 

Program’s State: Rhode Island

In-State Preference: None

US Citizenship Req: None

 

Additional insights to consider when applying to Brown’s Program in Liberal Medical Education

• Since this is a program that promotes an education in the liberal arts, strong candidates for the PLME program typically have significant achievements that are not directly tied to the medical field. For example, strong candidates may be the founders of nonprofits that alleviate societal issues, advocates for marginalized communities, possess special skills and talents like a private pilot’s license, or meaningfully contribute to a cause they are passionate about. In fact, the PLME focus on becoming a well-rounded and robust future physician can be seen throughout features of their program such as the Open Curriculum, International Summer Travel and study abroad programs, and pre-clerkship electives such as Diseases, Doctors, and Divas: Opera and Medicine, to name a few.
• The admissions process for this BS/MD program is unique, in that there is no interview component. For this reason, students are strongly encouraged to submit a video portfolio in addition to their standard written application to the PLME program. This video should showcase the unique background, perspective, and skills that the student brings to the table and how they contribute to the diversity of talented individuals of the incoming Brown PLME class. Our coaching team guides our students on how to craft a compelling narrative for the video portfolio.
• There are many valid responses for the “Why Brown’s PLME” and “Why the BS/MD route” essay prompts. One example we’ll share here is the guidance and resources the PLME provides to their BS/MD students. Every incoming student is assigned their own Dean of advising, who will guide the student throughout the entire undergraduate premedical journey at Brown University. Additionally, students also receive a dedicated peer advisor, known as a PLME Meiklejohn peer advisor, who will help the student adjust and acclimate during their first year at Brown.

Are you looking for deeper insights into the Brown PLME program for your essays and applications? Schedule a complimentary consultation with our advising team and find out how we can help you!