Pre-Health Professions
About the Pre-Health Professions Program
Slippery Rock University's Pre-Health Professions program is a dedicated advising track—not a single major—designed to give you a competitive edge when applying to graduate health programs. You can build a strong scientific foundation in a major that fits your interests, such as Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, or Exercise Science. Our program is distinguished by its extensive network of articulation agreements and accelerated pathways with professional schools like LECOM, Duquesne University, and WVU. These partnerships provide streamlined admission and often shorten the time it takes to earn your professional degree in fields like medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, chiropractic, and physician assistant studies, giving you a clear and efficient route to your dream career in healthcare.
What Can I Do With a Pre-Health Professions Degree?
A Pre-Health Professions track at SRU is your launchpad to a high-impact career as a licensed healthcare provider. The ultimate goal is to prepare you for a professional graduate program where you'll earn a degree to become a physician, dentist, pharmacist, chiropractor, physician assistant, or other specialized health professional. These careers are consistently in high demand and offer the chance to work directly with patients to diagnose conditions, provide treatment, and improve quality of life. Whether you see yourself in a bustling hospital, a community clinic, a research lab, or your own private practice, SRU's pre-health pathways provide the foundational knowledge and experience needed to succeed.
Why Choose a Pre-Health Professions Degree?
- Extensive Articulation Agreements and Accelerated Programs
We offer numerous partnerships with professional schools (like LECOM, WVU, and Duquesne) that provide streamlined admission, guaranteed interviews, and accelerated timelines, saving you time and money. - Dedicated Pre-Health Advising
You'll work one-on-one with a specialized pre-health adviser who will mentor you, help you choose the right courses, and guide you through the complex graduate school application process. - Rigorous Science-Based Curriculum
Build a powerful foundation for your future career with our strong undergraduate programs in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and more, all taught in modern, well-equipped laboratory facilities. - A Proven Record of Success
Our curriculum is designed to make you a highly competitive candidate. SRU students have a strong track record of gaining acceptance into medical, dental, pharmacy, and other prestigious professional programs. - Hands-On Research and Clinical Opportunities
You'll have opportunities to engage in undergraduate research with faculty and gain valuable experience through shadowing and volunteering, strengthening both your skills and your application.
