Background
An early assurance program between Siena College and Albany Medical College, the first of its kind in the country, places emphasis on humanities, ethics and social service. Students accepted into this program earn a B.A. degree from Siena after four years and an M.D. degree from Albany Medical College upon completion of the medical curriculum. Successful completion of all undergraduate degree requirements is necessary before matriculation into medical school.

Philosophy
In addition to the traditional science courses, students in Siena-AMC program will take more humanities courses at Siena than in traditional premedical programs. Included in the curriculum are courses in philosophy, ethics, decision making, social work, medical sociology and metaphysics. Through this coursework, interactions with faculty and personal experiences, students learn that every medical issue has an ethical dimension which requires a broadly educated physician.

Summer of Service
A unique feature of the Siena-AMC program is the summer of service.

• Between junior and senior years at Siena, students engage in nonmedical work with the disadvantaged in urban ghettos or developing nations.
• Following the second year of medical school, students engage in medically oriented experiences in rural or inner city clinics.

Qualifications
Competitive high school applicants have strong academics and involvement in a diverse group of activities. Of equal importance is the student's demonstrated concern for others and for the community as exhibited in volunteer activities. Personal characteristics of the successful applicant include maturity, motivation, organizational talent and leadership skills.  Must be a US Resident to apply.

How to Apply
High school seniors interested in this program must initially file an application with Siena College by December 1 of their senior year. Those candidates who are selected for interview will receive an application from Albany Medical College. Offers of acceptance are jointly offered by both schools. Satisfactory academic performance at Siena and a continued commitment to the goals of the program will ensure a smooth progression from the undergraduate school to the medical school.