Pre-Medicine

Physicians play a vital role in medicine — improving health, preventing disease, and enhancing quality of life. The Pre-Professional Pre-Medicine program at Alvernia University supports students preparing for medical school by offering personalized advising and multiple pathways to success. Many students choose to major in the sciences, most often biology or biochemistry, since these programs include the prerequisite coursework required by most medical schools. Students who select a different major may do so successfully, but they will need to complete additional courses to meet admission requirements. Alvernia students also have the opportunity to apply for an early acceptance program with LECOM or pursue admission to other medical schools through the traditional 4+4 program.

Students have the opportunity to meet with a Pre-Health Professions Advisor starting in their first year, and they are encouraged to meet with the advisor regularly each year after that. These meetings help students to learn how to prepare for medical/professional school applications, and allow them to plan their time and experiences at Alvernia accordingly.

Students are encouraged to join the Pre-Health Professions Club, which offers opportunities to connect with peers who share similar interests, explore different health professions, engage in community service, and build leadership skills.