Westminster's Pre-Medical and Pre-Dental Programs

Why Study Pre-Medical or Pre-Dental?

In general, professional schools require applicants to have completed course work in the basic sciences but not in areas that duplicate medical or dental school courses, and they seriously encourage study in the social sciences, the humanities, and mathematics. Each student's program is designed so that by the end of the junior year he or she will have completed the basic requirements for application to professional schools and enjoy success in a medical profession.

Why Choose Westminster's Program?

"Westminster's Pre-Medical Society is a small but intimate organization," said Pre-Med Society President Janel Jackson. "Because of this, Westminster Pre-Med students have the opportunity to become personally acquainted with many of the science faculty. This setting offers an advantage when applying to medical school." Through our liberal arts curriculum you will also develop the critical thinking skills and have the experience necessary to pass entrance exams and successfully apply to top-rated graduate programs.

What Else?

The terms "Pre-Medical" and "Pre-Dental" do not designate a specific major or preferred undergraduate program at Westminster College as medical schools do not necessarily favor one major over another, although students are encouraged to take the necessary science prerequisites. You will work closely with a faculty advisor who will help you with your course plan and application to medical school.