Wy'east Medicine Pathway Program

wyeast@ohsu.edu

The Wy'east Medicine Pathway is a 10-month educational program in Portland, Oregon for American Indian and Alaska Native post-baccalaureate students who were not accepted to medical school or did not get a qualifying MCAT score. Upon successful completion of the program, participants can gain guaranteed or conditional acceptance into Oregon Health and Science University.

Program objectives:

• Build upon scholars' knowledge in core topic areas through rigorous coursework, including biological sciences, epidemiology, research methods, and MCAT preparation
• Amplify scholars' strengths and resilience by imparting tools, skills, and resources that facilitate academic and personal self-efficacy and success, such as evidence-based study methods
• Promote scholars' sense of cultural connectedness and community through immersion in a rich Indigenous community, Indigenous coursework, and cultural activities

Frequently asked questions

Eligibility requirements include:

• Be a citizen or enrolled member of a federally recognized American Indian/Alaska native tribe
• A four-year degree from an accredited college or university
• A minimum of AMCAS GPA of 2.80
• Have previously taken the MCAT and received a score of 489 or higher

It is strongly encouraged that applicants have previously applied to medical school.

The program is tuition-free.

Participants will receive a monthly stipend of approximately $2,000.

Complete the 5 components of the application process listed on the program website.

Summary of submission instructions:

1. Submit the primary application through the online form by May 8, 2026.
2. Primary applications will be reviewed and selected applicants will be invited to complete their secondary application by May 15, 2026.
3. Transcripts, recommendation letters, and documentation of tribal affiliation should be scanned and emailed to wyeast@ohsu.edu by May 15, 2024.
4. Submit MCAT score by June 2, 2026.