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Early Acceptance Program: LECOM

Early Acceptance Program to Medical or Dental School

Are you a high school senior planning to pursue a career in medicine or dentistry? Pepperdine partners with the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) to offer an incredible opportunity for future healthcare professionals through the Early Acceptance Program (EAP).

This program allows highly qualified students to secure a reserved seat at LECOM—the largest medical school in the nation—as early as their senior year of high school. Upon successful completion of an interview, students receive a provisional letter of acceptance into one of LECOM’s professional schools.

Why Consider the LECOM EAP?

  • Reserved Seat: Secure your future spot early—no additional interview required before you start at LECOM.
  • Save Time & Money: Skip the stress and cost of applying to multiple schools and interviewing during your senior year of college.
  • Personalized Support: Enjoy unique events, mentorship, and guidance from LECOM faculty and staff during your undergraduate years.
  • Multiple Campus Options: Choose from campuses in Erie and Greensburg PA, Elmira NY, Bradenton FL, and Jacksonville, FL.
  • Affordable Tuition: LECOM offers one of the most cost-effective programs for healthcare education.

Who Can Apply?

High school seniors interested in attending Pepperdine and pursuing medicine or dentistry, are eligible to apply to the LECOM EAP. Applicants must meet the following academic guidelines:

Minimum High School GPA (Unweighted):

  • Medicine & Dentistry: 3.50

Test Scores:

  • Medical SAT/ACT optional (preference for SAT 1240+ or ACT 26+)
  • Dental: SAT 1240 or ACT 26 required

Note: LECOM does not superscore SAT/ACT results.

College and Program Tracks

LECOM offers several program options (referred to as “Tracks”), where students complete a set number of years at Pepperdine before beginning their professional studies at LECOM. Track options vary by profession and campus location.

Matriculation Requirements

Before officially starting at LECOM, students must:

  • Maintain continuous full-time enrollment at Pepperdine.
  • Meet GPA thresholds:
    • Medicine, Dentistry, 3.30 Science GPA, 3.40 Overall GPA
  • Complete required coursework.
  • Take appropriate entrance exams:
    • Dental: DAT required
    • Medical: MCAT not required if the AIS is above a 115

All program requirements are detailed on the LECOM website

How to Apply

Applications to the LECOM Early Acceptance Program are submitted online at lecom.edu/academics/early-acceptance-program

We encourage high school seniors to apply early so you can take full advantage of this pathway.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Join the growing network of students across more than 200+ partner schools who are securing their future in healthcare through the LECOM Early Acceptance Program.

If you have any questions or need guidance during the application process, our Pre-Health Advising team is here to support you every step of the way.