Apply to Graduate School

Prepare to Apply to Medical and Health Profession Schools

Now that you have explored the health professions  and confirmed it’s a good career fit, you need a well-organized plan. Think of the application process as a personal campaign that you must manage strategically. Medical schools have complex prerequisites, so plan accordingly as early as possible.

Academic Preparation

Learn about the prerequisite courses and standardized exams required for admissions to health profession schools.

Get Experience

Learn how extracurricular activities, volunteering, community service can help you explore the health professions and develop your application. 

Develop Relationships with Recommenders

Learn the importance of letters in the application process.

Prehealth Registration

Learn how to register with the Prehealth Advising office. Individuals interested in applying to a health profession school must register with the Prehealth Advising office two years prior to the desired matriculation year.

Request a Prehealth Advisory Board Letter 

Learn how to obtain a Prehealth Advisory Board Letter, which is a comprehensive recommendation letter that accompanies your application to health profession schools.