Boston University MAMS 2025-2026

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Hi everyone! Thank you all for your interest in the MAMS 2025-2026 program. Please feel free to use this page to ask any questions that you may have! 🙂

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Hi, I submitted my application on March 3rd and still haven't heard back yet. Is there a timeline on when applications will be reviewed or acceptances sent out?
 
Hi, I submitted my application on March 3rd and still haven't heard back yet. Is there a timeline on when applications will be reviewed or acceptances sent out?
Hello! The timeline can vary, but acceptances go out on a rolling basis. Any inquiries about your personal situation are best discussed through email correspondence. Feel free to reach out!
 
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Hi! I was wondering how much financial support BU provides to their students? I recently got accepted and would LOVE to attend, but tuition and cost of living does make me a little nervous. Do MAMS students usually work while doing the program to support themselves? Also, when do accepted students receive their financial aid offers? Thanks in advance!
 
Hi! I was wondering how much financial support BU provides to their students? I recently got accepted and would LOVE to attend, but tuition and cost of living does make me a little nervous. Do MAMS students usually work while doing the program to support themselves? Also, when do accepted students receive their financial aid offers? Thanks in advance!
Congratulations on getting accepted!

There are opportunities to apply for grants or scholarships throughout the semester. Here is a list of scholarship on the GMS website: Funding, Awards & Scholarships | Graduate Medical Sciences

For student financial services, I recommend contacting [email protected] for more information.

In your second year of MAMS, you have the option to work at paid research positions or work in a research in your home state, which can help save money on living expenses.
 
Hey! Was accepted a few months ago and have been waiting on getting some more information on things like housing, financials, and course enrollment. Would also like to connect with other incoming students. Is there a facebook group or anything yet? Also, what things should I be doing now to get the ball rolling and ensure a smooth start?
 
Hey! Was accepted a few months ago and have been waiting on getting some more information on things like housing, financials, and course enrollment. Would also like to connect with other incoming students. Is there a facebook group or anything yet? Also, what things should I be doing now to get the ball rolling and ensure a smooth start?
Congratulations on your acceptance!

For more information about MAMS, housing, and courses, we recommend contacting the current students of MAMS that sent you the welcome email! They're great and have awesome insights and tips for incoming MAMS students. You can also reach each out to the program director, Dr. Offner at [email protected]. We recommend contacting your connected MAMS students first before reaching out to her!

To connect with other students, there is a Facebook group to which you can request access to.

For now, it is recommended to enjoy your summer and give yourself enough rest for the upcoming MAMS semester! Best of luck!
 
Hi there, thank you for creating this thread! I have a few questions:

1. Is there a linkage program that is affiliated with MAMS for a guaranteed interview? The website advises the following:

How many students from the Medical Sciences Program matriculate into medical school?​

Approximately 85% of students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher are admitted into medical school. Additionally, MAMS students receive facilitated consideration for admission to BUSM and, each year, approximately 25-30 students are accepted.​
2. Are you taking some of your classes alongside medical students?

Thank you again for your time and assistance!
 
Hi there, thank you for creating this thread! I have a few questions:

1. Is there a linkage program that is affiliated with MAMS for a guaranteed interview? The website advises the following:

How many students from the Medical Sciences Program matriculate into medical school?​

Approximately 85% of students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher are admitted into medical school. Additionally, MAMS students receive facilitated consideration for admission to BUSM and, each year, approximately 25-30 students are accepted.​
2. Are you taking some of your classes alongside medical students?

Thank you again for your time and assistance!
Hello!

To answer your questions:

1. MAMS does not offer cutoffs for guaranteed matriculations to medical schools, but you are given special consideration as an applicant during your application to BUSM if you successfully completed MAMS. BUSM and other medical schools are looking at your ability to do well in medical courses, and MAMS is the perfect way to demonstrate that!

2. You will not be taking your classes alongside medical students! All MAMS courses are uniquely catered towards science graduate students!

Hope this helps!
 
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