Admissions Process & Requirements

PrepMD is a very academically rigorous training program, with a strict selection process and therefore applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree or have substantial healthcare or medical device experience. PrepMD students must achieve a defined minimum academic performance during the program.

To apply for admission to the PrepMD training program candidates submit an online application, resume, original transcripts and two letters of recommendation. Applicants are then interviewed by a member of faculty. Typically a recorded online interview with the candidate is then reviewed by the faculty committee. Since admissions is managed on a rolling basis, candidates receive notification within 2 weeks of the interview.

Hiring managers who come to PrepMD to hire our graduates know that we are committed to growing the talent pool for the medical device industry and the healthcare sector, so we select our students for success. In our initial screening process, we consider:

Academic Background: We favor candidates whose academic or professional backgrounds have laid a foundation of skills necessary for competence as a medical device specialist. This includes life sciences, nursing and engineering graduates.

Professional Experience: While many of our students are recent college graduates, some have post-collegiate work experience and are looking to change fields. We prefer professionals with clinical, pharmaceutical, and other health care or business-related experience.

Personal Qualities: We look for candidates who are predisposed to be high achievers, with strong intellectual capabilities and exceptional initiative.

Geographic Preferences: Ideal candidates are open to working in many different areas of the country.

Tuition & Fees

The total cost for a six-month PrepMD Training Program (Winter, Spring, or Fall) is $31,495 and is comprised of the following components:

Program cost: $30,000
Total non-refundable fees: $1,495

• Books, iPad and Software License Fees: $650
• Clinical Rotation Fee: $700
• Dosimeter Badges & Reading Fees: $20
• Background Check Fee: $75
• Administrative Fee: $50

A deposit of $2,500 will be required on or before the date indicated on the acceptance letter to reserve a spot. Full payment towards the total program cost is due on the date indicated on the students formal acceptance letter.

Housing & Other Expenses

Additional expenses the students need to consider include housing, meal expenses, and insurance (personal, health, and auto). PrepMD students come from around the country, so housing arrangements have been researched and a list will be provided as options for consideration. There are apartments and condominiums available with short-term leases (monthly), and timelines can be negotiated to match the needs of the student. These units are within 2 miles of the PrepMD training facility, and offer a variety of living configurations for students to consider.

Refund Policy

If a student withdraws or is dismissed from the program for any reason, the refund to the student will be as outlined in the refund policy.

Financing Options

Meritize offers loans to accepted PrepMD applicants. Students are able to finance up to $40,250, covering the total cost of attending the program which includes tuition & fees and maximum expected living expenses.  Download the Meritize financial information brochure.

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With a Meritize loan, enhance your credit evaluation and improve your loan options by sharing your academic, military or work achievements. Providing this information lets you get credit for your merit and fund your education.

• Use your education, military and work experience to enhance your credit and improve your loan options
• Get pre-approved in minutes
• Fund the full cost of tuition on your own merit
• Choose affordable fixed or variable rates
• Select the repayment option that works best for you while you attend school
• Avoid prepayment penalty fees if you choose to pay your loan off early
• Sign up for Autopay and receive an automatic 0.25% discount off your interest rate
• Get exclusive access to free Meritize Career Services for career coaching and job search support

The PrepMD refund policy for the 24-week training program is outlined below. If the student withdraws or is dismissed from the program for any reason, the refund to the student will be the following:

PrepMD Refund Details Refund Law (as per M.G.L. Chapter 255, Section 13K)	Fall 2019	Winter 2020	Spring 2020
1. You may terminate this agreement at any time	yes	yes	yes
2. If you terminate this agreement within five days you will receive a refund of all monies paid, provided that you have not commenced the program. Refund Amount: $31,495	5th day after both parties have signed the contract	5th day after both parties have signed the contract	5th day after both parties have signed the contract
3. If you subsequently terminate this agreement prior to the commencement of the program, you will receive a refund of all monies paid, less the actual reasonable administrative and non-reusable supplies or equipment costs. Refund Amount: $30,000	Program start date: 8/19/2019	Program start date: 12/30/2019	Program start date: 4/20/2020
If you terminate this agreement during the first quarter of the program, you will receive a refund of at least seventy-five percent of the tuition, less the actual reasonable administrative and non-reusable supplies or equipment costs. Refund Amount: $22,500	Last date first quarter: 10/3/2019	Last date first quarter: 2/9/2020	Last date first quarter: 5/31/2020
If you terminate this agreement during the second quarter of the program, you will receive a refund of at least fifty per cent of the tuition, less the actual reasonable administrative and non-reusable supplies or equipment costs. Refund Amount: $15,000	Last date second quarter: 11/17/2019	Last date second quarter: 3/21/2020	Last date second quarter: 7/11/2020
If you terminate this agreement during the third quarter of the program, you will receive a refund of at least twenty-five percent of the tuition, less the actual reasonable administrative and non-reusable supplies or equipment costs. Refund Amount: $7,500	Last date third quarter: 1/30/2020	Last date third quarter: 5/1/2020	Last date third quarter: 8/21/2020
If you terminate this agreement after the initial five-day period, you will be responsible for actual reasonable costs including administrative costs of $50, and actual reasonable costs of non-reusable supplies or equipment which include books, iPad and software license fees, clinical rotation fee, Dosimeter badges & reading fees, and background check fee.	5th day after both parties have signed the contract	5th day after both parties have signed the contract	5th day after both parties have signed the contract
If you wish to terminate this agreement, you must inform the school in writing of your termination, which will become effective on the day, such writing is mailed.	yes	yes	yes
The school is not obligated to provide any refund if you terminate this agreement during the fourth quarter of the program.	First day of fourth quarter: 1/31/2020	First day of fourth quarter: 5/2/2020	First day of fourth quarter: 8/22/2020

PrepMD Policies

PrepMD LLC Policy Statements pursuant to 603 CMR 3.11 and 603 CMR 3.18 are included at the link below.

Immunization Requirements for Accepted Students

Our clinical partners require all students to provide documentation demonstrating up-to-date immunizations.

Downloadable Checklist and Immunization Form: 

The PrepMD download PrepMD Immunization Checklist and Form provides instructions and deadlines. You may choose to use the PrepMD immunization form or use your own documentation as long as you follow the instructions and deadlines. Your completed documentation should be emailed to immunizations@prepmd.com

As an important part of the PrepMD curriculum, you will be participating in clinical observations at several Medical Centers and Clinics in the Boston area. It is requirement of these Medical Centers that you have your immunizations up to date and provide documentation of all of the following:

MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) – One of the following is required:

• • Official documentation from health care provider of (2) doses of MMR vaccine, or
  • MMR Titer (blood test) – Official Lab Report – indicating immunity

Varicella (Chickenpox) – One of the following is required:

• • Official documentation from health care provider of (2) doses of Varicella vaccine, or
  • Varicella titer (blood test) – Official Lab Report – indicating immunity

Hepatitis B – Both of the following:

• • Official documentation from health care provider of (3) doses of Hepatitis B vaccine AND
  • Hepatitis B Surface Antibody Titer (blood test) – Official Lab Report – indicating immunity

Tuberculosis Screening and Chest X-Ray – One of the following is required:

• • Official documentation from health care provider showing a Negative TB Skin test within the last 3 months, or
  • If you have previously tested positive – Official Chest X-Ray Report

Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (Tdap)

• • Official documentation from health care provider of Tdap vaccine within the last 10 years

Influenza/Flu Vaccine

• • Official documentation that the most current influenza vaccine has been administered (Flu season is September-April)

Housing & Additional Expenses

Additional expenses the students need to consider include housing, meal expenses, personal health and insurance on the cars. PrepMD students come from around the country, so housing arrangements have been researched and a list will be provided as options for consideration. There are apartments and condominiums available with short-term leases (monthly), and timelines can be negotiated to match the needs of the student. These units are within 2 miles of the PrepMD training facility, and offer a variety of living configurations for students to consider.