Program Overview

Introduction to the Pre-Anesthesiologist Assistant Program

The Auburn University/Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Bluefield Rocovich Early Admission Program (REAP) offers a unique opportunity for Auburn University students interested in a career as an Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA).

Program Overview

The Rocovich EAP provides early admission to VCOM-Bluefield's Master of Health Science in Anesthesia (MHSA) Program for highly competitive Auburn students each year who have met the program requirements.

Admission Criteria

Candidates selected for admission into the program are notified in the spring of their junior undergraduate year.

Program Requirements

All interested pre-medical/pre-health sciences students should confer with the College of Sciences and Mathematics (COSAM) pre-health advisors for specific course requirements and other details about the program.

Relevant Majors

COSAM offers a major in Biomedical Sciences that is an excellent choice for students interested in this program.

Degree Completion

These students can obtain a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences after successfully completing the first year of the MHSA program.

Program Details

• The program is designed for students interested in a career as an Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)
  • Students are selected based on their competitiveness and fulfillment of program requirements
• The MHSA program at VCOM-Bluefield is the destination for early admission
  • Early admission is granted to highly competitive students
• Students are notified of their admission in the spring of their junior undergraduate year
  • This allows for timely preparation and transition into the MHSA program