Our program seeks exceptional candidates who demonstrate a strong potential to develop into future leaders in integrating clinical practice with scientific research. Here, you'll find detailed information about our admission criteria and the comprehensive application process designed to identify and select the students most likely to succeed.
Candidates interested in learning more about the program in advance are encouraged to attend the Open Day, scheduled for
March 3, 2025.
(Applications will close on March 17, 2025)
Admission Requirements for MD-PhD Program (For BSc/MSc Graduates)
- Academic Qualifications:
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in science (BSc/MSc), engineering, nursing, or other health-related fields (excluding humanities and social sciences), with a minimum average grade of 85.
- Students who have completed their second year of undergraduate studies in these disciplines may apply. However, please note that admission to the program requires the completion of a bachelor’s degree before the program's commencement.
- Graduates with a master’s degree must have achieved a minimum average grade of 85 in their bachelor’s studies and a minimum average grade of 90 in their master’s program.
- Core Course Requirements:
There are core course requirements for all applicants. Please note that the names of the courses may vary between institutions. Core courses have a validity period limited to 10 years. A minimum grade of 80 is required in each of the seven core courses.
The core courses include:
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Molecular Biology
- Microbiology
- Physiology
- Genetics
- Statistics
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Third-year MD students in a six-year program may apply with a minimum average grade of 85, without any requirements for grades in core courses.
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Applications will be accepted only from Israeli citizens or permanent residents.
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Hebrew Proficiency:
Applicants holding both an overseas high school diploma and an overseas bachelor's degree must pass the YAEL Hebrew proficiency test with a minimum grade of 120; all other combinations are exempt.
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Applicants may apply for the program up to three times. After three unsuccessful attempts, further applications will not be accepted.
