Direct Admission Programs

Earn the Degree You Want, Without the Wait Time

Health science and medical programs are some of the most popular areas of study around. But since the majority of these programs have a limited number of available seats, admissions are extremely competitive. Furthermore, most colleges and universities require undergraduate students to complete two years of general education and prerequisite courses before they can even apply to a limited enrollment program.

Baker College is pleased to offer opportunities for high-achieving incoming freshmen to earn the degree they want, without delay, through our direct admission program. Direct admissions allow qualified students to secure a seat in any of the limited enrollment programs offered by the College of Health Science.

In response to the outbreak of COVID-19, Baker College's direct admission application deadline has been extended to May 12, 2020.

How does Direct Admission work?

Direct admission guarantees that freshmen will be granted acceptance into their professional program of choice, beginning their sophomore year. To be accepted for direct admission, students must meet certain academic and testing requirements, and maintain an acceptable academic standing throughout the course of their undergraduate studies.

Benefits of Direct Admission

• Claim a spot in a competitive program, without the worry of getting waitlisted
• Earn a $6,000-per-year Board of Regents scholarship
• Get college credit for math and English

Explore Our High-Demand Health Science Programs

Baker College currently offers direct admission to ten limited enrollment programs through our College of Health Science. Learn more about each of these individual programs below.

Requirements for Direct Admission

To be considered for direct admission, you’ll need to submit the following items:

1. A Baker College application
2. A copy of your high school transcripts
   • Minimum 3.5 GPA
   • Minimum 2.7 grade or higher in biology and one other science course
3. Your official SAT or ACT scores
   • Minimum 550 SAT score in all areas or minimum 22 ACT score in all areas

These items must be received by Baker College Admissions before December 15* of your senior year of high school.

*In response to the outbreak of COVID-19, Baker College’s direct admission application deadline has been extended to May 12, 2020.

First-Year Requirements

To retain your place in any of our direct admissions programs, you must meet the following requirements:

1. Complete 28 core credit hours during your freshman year
   • 15 credits in General Education - COM 1010, MTH 1050 or MTH 1110, COM 1020, PSY 2050, General Education Elective
   • 13 credits in Health Science - HSC 1010, BIO 1210 & BIO 1211, BIO 1220 & BIO 2221, BIO 2150
2. Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
   • Must earn a minimum grade of 2.0 in all general education courses and a grade of 2.7 in all health science courses.
3. Pass a TEAS Assessment Exam