About the Program

At the University of Hartford, you may prepare for admission into schools of medicine by working toward either a bachelor of arts or sciences degree with a major in any department. Most medical programs require a minimum of one year of undergraduate work in biology, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics. You are encouraged to consult the catalogs of the schools of your choice to determine specific requirements and suggested courses. You are also urged to contact a faculty member on the Premedical Professions Advisory Committee as soon as possible after enrollment at the University of Hartford. Participation in the University's Pre-Medical Advising Program is a great way for highly motivated students to pursue the path to post-graduate medical education. The Premedical Professions Advisory Committee will provide support and guidance to you in exploring your career goals and gaining acceptance into the professional schools of your choice.

Pre-Med Advisory Committee

The committee offers three courses designed specifically to guide you along your path to post-graduate medical education. In Premedical Professions Studies I, you will examine the health care team and the roles of various professions in health and disease. You will develop a working understanding of the education requirements and work environment for various medical professions. In the second course of the series, you will develop plans for service learning or research experiences that will be completed in a subsequent semester. The roles of professional medical organizations in health care are examined along with a thorough review of the requirements and timetables for professional school entrance. In the third premedical professions studies course, you will plan your actual application to medical school. You will determine your schools of interest and their application processes, assess your abilities and areas of strength and weakness, and start preparing for admission tests and pre-admission interviews.