When is the application deadline?
There is no hard deadline to apply as we use a rolling admissions process, however,
applicants are encouraged to apply early. The Admissions Committee screens the applications,
evaluates the applicants and selects the new students.
Does the committee require an interview?
Interviews are not conducted for admission into the forensic medicine program.
When do the forensic medicine programs begin?
Classes begin for each program as follows:
- Pathway: Summer term only (June start)
- Master of Science in Forensic Medicine: Fall term only (August start)
Criminal background check requirement
The College requires a criminal background check for all program applicants and enrolled
students. The PCOM Office of Admissions will facilitate a criminal background check
prior to matriculation processed by a PCOM vendor of choice. Subsequent criminal background
checks can occur during enrollment, including but not limited to, when the student
is conducting internships, clerkships, clinical coursework, or other types of coursework
that occur off campus. Any student charged, convicted of, or who pleads guilty or
no contest to a misdemeanor or felony crime after the date of the original application
submission is required to notify the dean of the program in writing within 10 business
days of the occurrence. This communication should be sent by certified mail to the
dean at the address on the acceptance letter.
Other considerations
The Admissions Committee reserves the right to accept or reject applications to the
chosen program based on merit. Following completion of the admissions process, applicants
will be notified of the Admissions Committee's decision in writing, including any
conditions that must be satisfied prior to or following enrollment. Once admitted,
candidates who wish to enroll are asked to review and acknowledge PCOM's Technical Standards for Admission (PDF) and Matriculation along with a $150 non-refundable deposit. The acceptance packet
will contain all materials required for enrollment.
Questions?
Visit the Forensic Medicine Frequently Asked Questions page for further information.
Should you have any questions, please contact us via email at admissions@pcom.edu.