REQUIRED AND RECOMMENDED COURSEWORK
Medical schools require the following courses as part of the undergraduate preparation.
Concepts in Biology:
BI 111, 112, 113, 114
General Chemistry:
CH 151, 152, 153, 154
Organic Chemistry:
CH 221, 222, 223, 224
Physics:
PY 111, 112, 113, 114
Calculus:
MA 151, 152
English Composition
Behavior Science
Humanities | Core A & B should cover these requirements.
Students are advised not to take all of these electives at the 100 level. If possible, the majority of these electives should be taken at the 200-300 level.
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Recommended Courses:
| Math and Science | Humanities |
Cell Biochemistry:
BI 311 | Ethics:
RS 260 or PH 258 |
Genetics:
BI 220 | Anthropology:
AN 102 |
Biochemistry:
CH 321, 322, 323, 324
| Communications:
Interpersonal CA 231
Non-Verbal CA 270 |
Statistics:
MA 131 | Foreign Language at the Intermediate Level |
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH AND INTERNSHIPS
Undergraduate research whether in the sciences or the humanities is strongly recommended. Internships at hospitals and clinics are also desirable. See 360 & 390 listings under your major.
NB: Students should always check individual med/vet/dent/op schools for individual course requirements. Individual schools have specific undergraduate curriculum requirements. The list above is a generic list.
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