What is Pre-Health?

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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 Tuesday-Thursday, 1:30 - 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 for a copy of our clinical experiences info session. See this page for more information and opportunities. 

Sample Multi Year Plans

Click here for sample multi-year plans for all health professions with options for no bridge year and 1 bridge year. Keep in mind that everyone's plan will look slightly different based on personal circumstances and preferences. If you have specific questions about your Pre-Health plan, please make an appointment with an advisor via or visit our staff in Drop-In's, which take place on the second floor of Clemons Library, Tuesday-Thursday, from 1:30-4:30. 

Candidacy Assessment

Health Professional Program Acceptance Structure

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.

Pre-Health Planning Guide

Make sure to download our Pre-Health Planning Guide and watch the recording of the Class of 2028 Pre-Health Meeting to receive a comprehensive overview in developing your long-term academic plan, information on clinical activities, and insight into what has worked for successful Pre-Health Hoos. 

Pre-Health Advising Resource Library

Click here for access to the Pre-Health Advising Online Resource Library which contains all of our video and PDF resources created specifically for UVA Pre-Health Hoos!

Health Profession Programs Application Process

Health Professions

Pre-Health Email

For general inquiries about Pre-Health Advising, please email [email protected] 

Meet the Pre-Health Team

Brennan Gourley
Assistant Director - Pre-Health Advising
Kyle Hodges
Senior Assistant Director, Pre-Health Advising

Pre-Health News