Advising Article Pre-Med Track
Sample Pre-Med Curriculum*
*This Sample Curriculum is presented ONLY to provide a conceptualization of the required coursework involved. Factors such as placement testing, course prerequisites, and course availability each semester may determine a student's actual navigation of the program curriculum. Admission to graduate school Medical programs is competitive and is NOT guaranteed.
Applied Health Sciences - Health Science Specialization Checksheet
Applied Health Sciences - Health Science Specialization Degree Planning Guide
| First Year, Fall | First Year, Spring |
| BIOL 2050 (5) MATH 1220 (3) MEDT 1010 (1) GSW 1110 (3) Supportive Elective (3) |
BIOL 3310 (4) MATH 1150 (3) GSW 1120 (3) PSYC 1010 (4) |
| Second Year, Fall | Second Year, Spring |
| CHEM 1250 (5) MEDT 3010 (2) Health and Wellness Course (3) Supportive Elective (3) BG Perspective – Social Science** (3) |
CHEM 1270 & 1280 (5) PHIL 2420 (3) Administrative Course (3) BG Perspective – Humanities and Arts** (3) |
| Third Year, Fall | Third Year, Spring |
| Graduate/Medical School Pre-requisite (3) PUBH 3300 (3) Aging Course (3) BG Perspective – International Perspective** (3) |
Graduate/Medical School Pre-requisite (3) Administrative Course (3) Health and Wellness Course (3) BG Perspective – Cultural Diversity (3) |
| Fourth Year, Fall | Fourth Year, Spring |
| BIOL 3320 (4) PHYS 2010 (5) Disease-Related Course (3) Aging Course (3) Elective (3) |
BIOL 3130 (4) PHYS 2020 (5) Disease-Related Course (3) Elective (3) |
Helpful Hints:
- The curriculum sequence is very flexible. This is just a sample of a typical student schedule. Work with your Academic Advisor, for additional help.
- Your sequence will vary depending on math placement and/or science level.
- **Some BG Perspective courses in the Social Sciences and Humanities and Arts can double count for the International Perspective requirement, freeing up space for an additional elective course.
Preparing For Graduate School Admission: A Four-Year Plan
First Year |
| Academic planning See your academic advisor for course selection Maintain a strong GPA Career exploration Enroll in courses to explore career interests: MEDT 1010 NURS 1000 GERO 1010 UNIV 1310 Utilize resources at the Career Center FOCUS survey on MyBGSU Explore career manuals Co-curricular experience Build your resume and skills by participating in student organizations, community service, and jobs or internships |
Second Year |
| Academic planning See your academic advisor for course selection Maintain a strong GPA Career exploration Continue using the Career Center resources Meet with a Career Counselor to discuss options and plans Maintain an updated resume Decide on a potential career path Co-curricular experience Find activities, service, or employment that pertain to your interests Set goals for involvement, leadership, and accomplishments |
Third Year |
| Academic planning See your faculty advisor for course selection Research pre-requisite course requirements for graduate or medical school programs Post-graduation planning Begin researching graduate or medical school programs Visit the Career Center for help in graduate school searches Foster relationships with professors, supervisors, or advisors who can write your letters of recommendation Co-curricular experience Serve in leadership positions in activities or employment |
Fourth Year |
| Academic planning See your faculty advisor to plan the remainder of your semester schedules Enroll in pre-requisite course requirements for graduate or medical school programs Apply for graduation (last semester) Post-graduation planning Summer-Fall: Submit applications for medical school (summer before 4th year) or graduate school (fall) Fall-Winter: Receive admission notifications or interview invitations for graduate or medical school programs By Spring: Decide final plans for school or employment |
Updated: 08/14/2019 11:37AM