JAMP Welcomes Entry Year 2025 Cohort Following One of the Most Competitive Cycles
Yet
At the March 5th JAMP Council Meeting in Fort Worth, the Joint Admission Medical Program
(JAMP) officially welcomed 150 new scholars into the Entry Year 2025 (EY25) cohort—along
with 25 alternates—following one of the most competitive application cycles in the
program’s history.
This year, JAMP received 364 applications—a 25% increase from the previous cycle—and
conducted 236 interviews across Texas. The rise in applications reflects growing interest
in the program’s mission to expand access to medical education for high-achieving
students with significant financial need.
Pathway to Texas Medicine
JAMP plays a critical role in addressing Texas’ physician workforce shortage by supporting
talented students from across the state as they pursue careers in medicine. The program
provides scholars with a structured pathway that includes summer internships, MCAT
preparation, mentorship, and guaranteed interviews at Texas medical schools. Students
gain more than academic resources—they join a network dedicated to service and leadership
in medicine, ultimately preparing them to return and serve the communities they call
home.
Snapshot of the EY25 Cohort
- 84% of selected scholars attend Texas public universities; 16% attend private institutions
- Average Undergraduate Credit Hours: 77.4 (Public), 74.8 (Private)
- Average GPA: 3.88 (Public), 3.86 (Private)
- Average BCPM GPA: 3.83 (Public), 3.79 (Private)
- Early Admit Scholars: 4%
These aspiring physicians represent a new generation of talent that will help shape
the future of healthcare. Their selection marks the beginning of a journey that extends
beyond individual achievement—it is an investment in a healthier, more equitable future
for the state of Texas.