Requirements for admission to the B.S. phase:

This highly competitive program is open to a limited number of students in the FSU Honors Program.

The program seeks candidates who fit the Honors Medical Scholars Program mission.  Competitive candidates will have a record of high academic ability, a heart for service, and a sincere concern for vulnerable populations through volunteering.  Exposure and experience in healthcare and health-related settings is recommended.  

Honors Medical Scholars Selection Process

TO BE ADMITTED TO THE HONORS MEDICAL SCHOLARS (HMS) PROGRAM, you must:

  1. Be admitted to FSU as a freshman for the following fall.
  2. Apply to and be accepted by the FSU Honors Program.
  3. Apply to the Honors Medical Scholars Program by January 15.
    • If you are interested in the program, we encourage you to apply to HMS before the deadline to avoid a late application. You may apply to HMS when you apply to the Honors Program.
    • Formal review of your HMS Program application occurs after you have been accepted to the FSU Honors Program.
  4. Complete an interview with the HMS program.
    • Interviews are by invitation only.
    • Candidates will be notified of their interview in late February.
    • Interviews are conducted in late March. 

Selection Criteria

1. Academic Readiness & FSU Honors Admission

Academic strength and capability are established through acceptance into the Florida State University Honors Program. First-time-in-college (FTIC) students must first apply to and be admitted to FSU Honors to be eligible for HMS selection.

2. Holistic Review & Mission Alignment

Once academic eligibility is established via FSU Honors, the HMS selection committee evaluates applications based on a demonstrated commitment to the mission of the FSU College of Medicine. We look for active, meaningful involvement in:

  • Health-Related Experience & Volunteering: Hands-on exposure to healthcare environments and patient interaction in areas that address the healthcare needs of Florida.
  • Community Service: Sustained engagement and dedication to serving underserved or local communities.
  • Leadership: Proven initiative and collaborative leadership roles in extracurricular, academic, or civic activities.

For additional information, go to the honors home page.
Questions? Email us at Honors.Medical@med.fsu.edu

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What minimum GPA or SAT/ACT score do I need for HMS?

A: HMS does not set specific GPA or test score metrics. Academic eligibility is determined solely through admission to the university-wide FSU Honors Program.

Q: What makes a competitive HMS applicant?

A: We look beyond metrics. Competitive candidates demonstrate early, consistent engagement in community service, leadership, and healthcare-related experiences that align with our mission.