May 1, 2003StrategicPlan
BoardThe Pennsylvania State University Program Proposal
This document provides a comprehensive overview of the Penn State-Jefferson Premed-Med Accelerated Program, a cooperative initiative that began in 1963. It details the program's historical evolution, including its modification from a 5-year to 6-year and optional 7-year structure, and articulates its original objectives: to attract highly capable high school students to medicine, reduce stress and the total time/cost of medical education, and enhance the diversity and composition of medical school classes. The document highlights the program's success through 850 graduates, noting their strong academic performance and high satisfaction with their medical careers.