Paths to Professional School

Preparing for professional school takes planning, exploration and support. COSAM Pre-Health Programs help students understand common pathways to health professions, identify prerequisite coursework and build meaningful experiences that strengthen their preparation for the application process.

Use the resources below to explore requirements for different professional programs, including medicine, dentistry, optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, anesthesiologist assistant and veterinary medicine. Because requirements vary by school and program, students should review individual professional school admissions requirements and meet regularly with a pre-health advisor to plan their path.

These guides are designed to help students get started, ask better questions and make informed decisions as they prepare for professional school.