Admission requirements

Like any professional school, admission to our program is competitive and will be based on a number of factors, including your undergraduate GPA, grades in the required prerequisites and letters of recommendation. All applicants, however, must meet the following requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a non-science-based discipline from an accredited institution. Exceptions are considered for science majors if it has been at least five years since your graduation.
  • Minimum GPA of at least 3.0 in the last 60 semester units attempted.
  • Good standing at the last college attended.
  • Proof of introductory chemistry proficiency (equivalent to CSUF’s CHEM 115) with a minimum grade of B (must be completed by June 14, 2024. You can complete this requirement in one of three ways:
    • Introductory chemistry course
    • Chemistry placement exam
    • AP credit
  • Completion of a pre-calculus or calculus course (equivalent to CSUF's MATH 125 or MATH 130) with a minimum grade of B (must be completed by June 14, 2024).

Clinical volunteer work and/or shadowing in a healthcare setting is highly recommended. If you are economically and/or educationally disadvantaged, you should indicate this on your application.

Pre-health student Quianna Lium

"Working at a local clinic, getting involved with the American Medical Student Association and traveling to Kenya to volunteer at a hospital were are all important experiences I had during the certificate program, which gave me insight about the health care field. The Health Professions Advising office does a great job in making sure pre-med students extend beyond just the academics."

- Quianna Lium, Western University of Health Sciences

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