Pre-Medicine at North Park

The pre-medicine track provides the coursework and advising needed to build a strong foundation for medical school applications. This track pairs with a major—typically biology or chemistry—giving you essential knowledge in life sciences and human biology. 

Pre-professional tracks help you build a strong foundation for graduate school or professional programs. These tracks aren’t standalone majors, but a curated set of courses designed to complement your chosen field of study. Your advisors will help you explore your interests in pre-dentistry, stay on track academically, and prepare for dental school applications and interviews.

Featured course

BIOL 1250–Introduction to Human Anatomy

Includes structure and organization of human organ systems emphasizing skeletal, muscular, digestive, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, and urogenital systems. Lab included with cadaver demonstrations. It is recommended that the student complete one year of high school laboratory science. This course is designed for students majoring in the sciences, healthcare, or nursing.

Recommended courses 

To prepare for medical school and a career in healthcare, we recommend taking the following courses alongside your major and Core Curriculum requirements. These courses fulfill prerequisites for most medical programs but be sure to check specific program requirements. Some courses may also count toward your major or Core Curriculum. For full course descriptions, visit the academic catalog.

Medical school admission prerequisites

• Introduction to Human Anatomy
• Introduction to Cell Biology
• Additional Advanced Level Biology
• Introduction to Chemistry I
• Introduction to Chemistry II
• Organic Chemistry I
• Organic Chemistry II
• Biochemistry
• Introductory Physics I
• Introductory Physics II
• Introductory Statistics
• Introduction to Psychology
• Introduction to Sociology 

Additional recommendations

Most students take the MCAT (Medical College Admission Test) in the summer after their third year. Medical schools also value internship and research experience, so gaining hands-on exposure in the field is highly recommended. Your faculty advisors will help you find opportunities that fit your schedule and align with your goals.