Pre-Health

Seattle University students interested in pursuing a career in the graduate health professions are encouraged to utilize the many resources and activities available for Pre-Health students.

Although many Pre-Health students major in the sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics), students can pursue any academic major and still be considered "Pre-Health." When deciding on a major and minor, students should choose majors that align with their academic strengths, personal interests, and professional goals.

Services to Support Pre-Health Students 

• Pre-Health advising is available for students to help with academic planning, preparation, and application into graduate health programs. Advising is available through information sessions, workshops, one-on-one meetings, and a variety of web-based resources. Pre-Health advising offers information about career exploration, professional school essay review, practice for professional school interviews, and feedback on application materials. Students are encouraged to meet with Pre-Health advising at least once a year to discuss their career goals, prerequisites for graduate admission, and the timeline for degree completion.
• A series of workshops are provided to help students prepare to apply for graduate health programs.
• Pre-Health advising offers opportunities for students to meet with admissions representatives for their prospective graduate health program, ask questions, and learn about the admissions process. 
• Students applying to medical or dental school have the option to go through the Health Professions Evaluation process and work with the Health Professions Advising Committee in spring and summer before starting the application process for medical or dental school. The evaluation process helps prepare students by evaluating applicants and offering individual feedback. 

Health Profession Pathways