PRE-MED EDUCATION
USP's strong tradition of excellence in the basic and health sciences prepares our graduates to earn post-baccalaureate degrees in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and other health professions.

Traditionally, Pre-Med students choose to major in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, or pharmacology and toxicology. The curriculum in these and most of our programs includes the basic courses required for admission to medical school. At the same time students will earn a Bachelor of Science degree that will serve them well if they change their career plans.

Planning a Pre-Med Program
No single major or course of study will guarantee admission to medical school.

Beginning with the first year, Pre-Med students receive individualized counseling by the Pre-Professional Advisor and their Faculty Advisor in selecting courses to meet their career goals. The Pre-Professional Advisor also assists each student with application to medical school and other professional schools.

Most medical schools require a minimum of two semesters of biology with laboratory; two semesters of inorganic chemistry with laboratory; two semesters of organic chemistry with laboratory; two semesters of physics with laboratory; two semesters of mathematics; and two semesters of English.

At USP, these basic requirements are met by most students during the first two years of undergraduate education. In their junior and senior years many students pursue independent study and research under the guidance of faculty members.

Medical and other Professional Schools
Because of the excellent reputation of USP, the strength of our science curricula, and the personalized attention given to Pre-Med students, the percentage of USP applicants admitted to medical school is exceptionally high.

The scientific foundation obtained by Pre-Med students also qualifies them for admission to graduate study in master's degree and Ph.D. programs in their major area of study and related fields.