Pathways to Pre-Health Professions

For undergraduate students considering a career in health, the possibilities are wide and diverse. Whether your passion lies in direct patient care, research, or promoting community health, there are multiple professional pathways to explore. Each path offers unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and communities, while requiring different levels of education and training beyond a bachelor’s degree.

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Some of the many paths include:

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• Medicine (MD, DO)

• Dentistry (DMD/DDS)

• Optometry (OD)

• Physician Assistant (PA)

• Nursing (BSN, MSN)

• Physical Therapy (DPT)

• Occupational Therapy (OTD)

• Pharmacy (PharmD)

• Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

• Public Health (MPH)

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These paths require different levels of education and training beyond a bachelor’s degree, preparing students for careers in clinical care, research, or public health. Regardless of which path you choose, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of individuals and communities.​

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