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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Sample Multi-Year Plan for Pre-Health Students
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As a pre-health student, we know how important it is to take the required prerequisites before applying to your health professions school of choice. It is important that you take time to get settled into college and enjoy your time at UVA. The below plan is specific to those on a pre-med path, but
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FAQ: Secondary Applications
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Pre-Health Secondary Applications
What is a secondary application?
After submitting your primary application to schools, they may choose to send you back a secondary application. These supplemental essays can range in the amount and types of questions (from "Yes/No" to short essay), and can
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PHAP Perspective: Advice for Underclassmen
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Hey there! My name is Veronica Gutierrez and I graduated from UVA in the Fall 2022 with a double major in Biology and Cognitive Science. While at UVA, I was involved in a wide variety of extracurricular activities such as volunteering as an EMT at the local rescue squad, working as a bartender
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Fall 2023 Health Related Courses
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Fall 2023 |
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Health Professions Pre-Req or Recommended Course Options |
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ANTH 1010 |
Intro to Anthropology |
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ANTH 2280 |
Medical Anthropology |
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ANTH 3290 |
Biopolitic |
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Come See Us!
Pre-Health Drop-in Advising Hours:
M - Th 1:30 pm-4:30pm
Clemons Library (2nd floor)
Or click here to schedule an appointment!