Pre-Health
What is Pre-Health?
Health Professions is the "umbrella term" that contains many healthcare careers and professional school options. Applying to a health professions school may seem daunting, but our Pre-Health Advisors are here to help you through the process.
Pre-Health Advising Drop-In's are held Monday-Thursday, 1:00 - 4:30 on the 2nd Floor of Clemons Library.
Clinical Experience
It is important to gain hands-on clinical experience as you explore and prepare your application to a health professions program. You can seek out volunteer opportunities through Madison House or look for clinical involvement through on-grounds and local organizations. Click here to learn more.
Candidacy Assessment
The Pre-Health Pillars candidacy assessment incorporates three essential components of preparation to be successful in the application process to a health professional program. Let this model serve as a guide to understanding how to build a solid foundation for your development and growth as a pre-health student.
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FAQ: Course Advising for Pre-Health
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FAQs - Course Advising for Pre-Health
What classes do I need to take?
Each health profession has different pre-requisite courses. Find your list of pre-requisites by health profession below:
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UVA Alumni Q&A: Advice from a Medical School Student
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John Han graduated from UVA with his undergraduate degree in May 2020 and received his master's degree in Philosophy from UVA in May 2021. He is now a first-year medical student at the Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine. He is now sharing advice for things he wish he knew before
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Financing Medical School
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Over the years, medical school tuition has become increasingly expensive, with almost a 600% increase in student loan debt in 30 years. Because of this, financing medical school has become a growing concern for incoming medical school students. While most turn to student loans, there are other
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Tips on Sending Letters of Interest and Updates to Schools
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After an interview, you may receive notice from a school informing you that you have been placed on the waitlist. It is appropriate (but not required) to submit a letter of interest to these schools to indicate your continued interest in their program as well as provide a relevant update about
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Come See Us!
Pre-Health Drop-in Advising Hours:
Monday-Wednesday
1:00pm-4:30pm
Clemons Library (2nd floor)
Or click here to schedule an appointment!