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Post-Bac FAQs

Is this a degree or certificate granting program?

No, this is a non-degree program offering undergraduate courses only.

Do I need to have a science undergraduate degree to apply?

No, all majors are welcome.

Can I retake courses to improve my GPA?

Yes!

Is there financial aid available?

While there is no financial support for post-baccalaureates, our cost per credit is the lowest of comparable programs. If financial assistance is needed, look for private bank loans that support non-degree students.

Is there a deadline for applying?

No, we have rolling admissions, and you can apply anytime. Our semester start dates can be found here.

Where should I send my transcript?

Please send transcripts (unofficial are accepted) to Emma Kamen.

Is there a minimum GPA requirement?

No. Students are evaluated based on their entire undergraduate record and are provided a customized academic plan to help them achieve their goals.

Are there evening and weekend classes?

All lab courses are offered M-F between 8 AM and 5 PM. Some lecture-only courses may be available in the evening and/or during summer sessions.

Will I receive help with the application process for biomedical/professional programs?

Students who complete and excel in at least 15 course credits in the MMC Biology Post-Bac program will gain access to our Pre-Health Advisor and Pre-Health Committee. This generally includes a letter of recommendation, advice about the timing of the application, consultation on writing a personal statement, guidance on selection of schools, and interview preparation.

Does the MMC Biology Post-Bac program provide letters of recommendation for post-bac students?

Students who complete and excel in at least four courses (three or more credits each) in the MMC Biology Post-Bac program may be eligible to receive either a Committee Letter or letters written by individual faculty members at their discretion. 

Does the MMC Biology Post-Bac program provide tutoring support for post-bac students?

Yes. Post-bac students can take advantage of the Center for Academic Support and Tutoring (CAST), a free service, to help them succeed in their classes. 

Are Marymount Manhattan alumni eligible for a tuition discount?

Yes, MMC alumni receive a reduced alumni rate!

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  • <span class="lw_profiles_image" style="float: left;"><span class="lw_item_thumb"><a href="/live/profiles/2295-sabrina-shapiro-09"><img src="/live/image/gid/108/width/215/src_region/366,15,1280,929/16830_IMG_3254.rev.1521078987.jpg" alt="Sabrina Shapiro '09" class="lw_image" width="215"/></a></span></span><div class="lw_profiles_103 styled-link"><p><em>“I had the unique opportunity at Marymount Manhattan College to double major in Biology and Dance. The small class sizes and strong relationships between the students and faculty provided an encouraging and close-knit environment. The program brought out the best of me as a student, a scientist and a human being. My experience has inspired me to continue with my studies, even a decade after graduation!” </em></p></div><div class="lw_profiles_name"><a href="/live/profiles/2295-sabrina-shapiro-09">Sabrina Shapiro ’09</a></div><div class="lw_profiles_104"><p> Class of 2009, Double Major in <a href="/departments/natural-sciences/major-biology.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Biology</a> and <a href="/departments/dance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dance</a></p></div>
  • <span class="lw_profiles_image" style="float: left;"><span class="lw_item_thumb"><a href="/live/profiles/818-kirtan-kaur-12"><img src="/live/image/gid/108/width/215/src_region/16,91,1440,1516/7408_6032_kaur.rev.1472490808.jpg" alt="Kirtan Kaur ’12" class="lw_image" width="215"/></a></span></span><div class="lw_profiles_103 styled-link"><p><em>“Today as I sit in my graduate level classes and begin my thesis research, I look back and realize how fortunate I am to have picked MMC for my Biology degree.  I owe it to the extraordinary faculty at MMC who have given me a strong foundation in science through patient, challenging, one-on-one teaching that I would not have found anywhere else!  MMC is a great college to attend if you want to experience rigor, opportunities, and a small, close-knit science community.”</em></p></div><div class="lw_profiles_name"><a href="/live/profiles/818-kirtan-kaur-12">Kirtan Kaur ’12</a></div><div class="lw_profiles_104"><p> Class of 2012, Major in <a href="/departments/natural-sciences/major-biology.php">Biology</a> with Minor in <a href="/departments/natural-sciences/major-environmental-studies.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Environmental Studies</a></p></div>
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  • <span class="lw_profiles_image" style="float: left;"><span class="lw_item_thumb"><a href="/live/profiles/3215-alexis-keller-18"><img src="/live/image/gid/108/width/215/src_region/71,158,189,276/16214_alexis.rev.1508768466.jpg" alt="Senior Alexis Keller at the U.N." class="lw_image" width="215"/></a></span></span><div class="lw_profiles_103 styled-link"><p><em><strong>Alexis Keller</strong>, a double major in Environmental Studies and Dance (with a Body, Science, and Motion concentration), completed a professional immersion internship at the United Nations. Read all about it <a href="https://www.mmm.edu/live/news/2514-senior-alexis-keller-interns-at-the-un" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</em></p></div><div class="lw_profiles_name"><a href="/live/profiles/3215-alexis-keller-18">Alexis Keller ’18</a></div><div class="lw_profiles_104"><p> Class of 2018, Double Major in Environmental Studies and Dance (with a Body, Science, and Motion concentration)</p></div>
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