Pre–Medical Studies (Minor)
The Minor in Pre-Medical Studies is intended for those who plan to apply to medical school and have been approved by the Pre-Medical Advisory Committee.
The Minor in Pre-Medical Studies includes courses that satisfy the prerequisite coursework of most medical schools, cover the majority of topics on the MCAT and other entrance examinations, and are designed to increase the competitiveness of an application.
Knowledge and skills are acquired through experiences in the lab and lecture courses. Topics explored include physiology, human biology, biochemistry, cell biology, organic chemistry, psychology, and statistics.
Discover new methods of solving real-world problems by creating new solutions with training in biology. This training not only will help while working within a team, but also will aid in team leadership.
Program Overview
The Minor in Pre-Medical Studies includes courses that satisfy the prerequisite coursework of most medical schools, cover the majority of topics on the MCAT and other entrance examinations, and are designed to increase the competitiveness of an application.
Career Opportunities
The Minor in Pre–Medical studies is designed to help you prepare for medical school; however, the skills could transfer to other career fields, including:
- Health care
- Law
- Lab technician
- Forensics
A total of 77 credit hours must be completed to earn the Minor in Pre–Medical Studies.
Interested in declaring a minor? Talk with your academic adviser or Academic Affairs to plan out your course schedule and fill out the Minor Request Form.