Bucknell University Pre-Health Blog

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The Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine will again host the Summer Scholars Program . The Summer Scholars program is a tremendous academic experience  for underrepresented, or educationally or economically disadvantaged students to grow personally and be challenged professionally on the OU-HCOM campus.  The program replicates what will be experienced in the first year of medical school at OU-HCOM. Courses, taught by OU-HCOM faculty, include gross anatomy (with cadaver dissection), histology, immunology, biochemistry, integrated biomedical sciences,  an introduction to case based learning (CBL), and workshops dealing with the admission process, time management and many other experiences relevant to the medical school experience. The Summer Scholars Program is five  weeks in length and includes room and board, a living allowance, travel expenses, and the potential for a guaranteed interview for the entering class at the medical school. Detailed information, e

Please encourage your pre-health students to  apply  today! Summer Academic Enrichment Program ​ Allied Health Career Exploration ​ Click here to Reply , Reply to all , or Forward

Summer program 6 credits of coursework (2 classes) service learning More info at: http://www.loyola.edu/bhip

The Wake Forest Graduate School of Arts and Sciences is now accepting applications for the MA in Intercultural Services in Healthcare (ISH) for Fall 2018. The ISH Track is of particular interest for pre-health students looking to take time off before medical, dental, pharmacy, or PA school. It is a two semester course of studies that offers a unique set of skills to complement future medical careers or serve as training for an alternative career path in the healthcare. The first such specialization of its kind in the U.S., this track responds to the growing need for culturally competent administrators and comprehensive diversity strategies in healthcare. It prepares intercultural specialists to enter managerial positions in culture-sensitive healthcare delivery areas. Even though it is part of the Interpreting and Translation Studies Program, foreign language competency, while desirable, is not required for the ISH Track.  We would be grateful if you shared the attached PDF of

You don't need to be a doctor to improve people's health. If your students are seeking a challenging and rewarding education that will help them embark on a career that will make a difference, Tufts University School of Medicine provides an ideal environment to earn a public health or health-related graduate degree. At Tufts, we support and promote an inclusive community where students with diverse backgrounds and goals can thrive and succeed. Our esteemed public health programs include Master of Public Health (MPH) and many MPH-combined programs , MS-Pain Research, Education and Policy , and MS-Health Communication . The priority application deadline for the master's programs is January 15th .   Applications can be submitted after the priority date and will be considered on a space-available basis. A limited number of travel grants are available for highly qualified students who would like to seek financial assistance to a

This email is a paid announcement being sent as a service to Boston University School of Medicine Please direct your inquiries to them. SPIN '18 is an onsite, 8-week intensive program in neuroscience offered by the Departments of Neurosurgery, and Anatomy & Neurobiology at Boston University School of Medicine. SPIN offers classroom instruction in neuroanatomy, hands-on research experience in a neuroscience lab, and clinical exposure in both the neurosurgery clinic and operating room. Dates:   June 4 - July 27, 2018 Tuition:  $4,000 (room and board not included) Application Deadline:   Jan 31, 2018 SPIN is open to undergraduate students interested in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, computer science, and medicine. Admission is based on academic performance, letters of recommendation, and a personal statem

Qualify for Professional School in Just Two Years Cal State Fullerton's full-time, two-year post-baccalaureate certificate provides the required coursework for non-science majors to attend medical, dental, veterinary, optometry, PA, PT or pharmacy school. In addition to the required course work, our program can also assist you in securing the research, volunteering and shadowing experience that will help you get into and succeed at a top professional school and in the medical profession. We also offer linkage programs that allow early admission to select professional schools. Read more on our linkage programs here . Program Alumni Our recent graduates have been accepted to a variety of professional schools, including: Harvard University Albert Einstein College of Medicine Columbia University Dartmouth University Tufts University New York University University of California, Davis University of California, Irvine University of California, Lo

Truman State University is excited to announce the new Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program with classes beginning in July 2018! The MAT is a two-year, 62 credit professional program that prepares students for national certification in athletic training. We are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Our graduate curriculum is designed for optimal hands-on learning and comprehensive clinical experience that is integrated into the curriculum. Students work with a variety of patient populations. Students work with a variety of other health care professionals in many interprofessional opportunities throughout the program. Students study Gait Analysis in our Motion Analysis Lab and participate in research in our Exercise Physiology Lab. Applications are being accepted now for the 2018 cohort! Prerequisite course work includes: Human Anatomy, Human Physiology (or A&P I and II), Nutrition, Statistics, General Psychology, and Fir

MA in Medical Sciences I'm writing to inform you of a nine-month program at  Loyola University Chicago  that can prepare students for successful entry into medical school. I hope you will bring it to the attention of the pre-medical students you advise. Loyola's  MA in Medical Sciences (MAMS)  program is ideal for students with a good overall medical school application package who want to strengthen their academic credentials.  95% of our graduates matriculate to medical school within three years of graduating from our program. Our program offers students: A guaranteed admission interview  at the Loyola University Chicago  Stritch School of Medicine  for MAMS graduates. * Full committee review and letter:  The Loyola Pre-Health Professions Office provides one-on-one pre-medical advising and a committee letter in support of our students' medical school applications. Academic excellence:  Students take advanced courses in anatomy, physiology, genetics

We are excited to share with you several updates to the MCAT test preparation portfolio offered by the AAMC. We are pleased to inform you that the Official Guide to the MCAT® Exam, Fifth Edition is now available. This new edition of the Official Guide includes an updated Part 1 providing students with everything they need to know about the MCAT exam. It includes an overview of exam structure, registration and scheduling logistics, preparation resources, test day procedures, and scoring. Please note that the questions found in Part 2 remain the same. Further, all AAMC practice products have been automatically updated to mirror the new interface of the MCAT exam. As mentioned, in 2018 the AAMC is making changes to the way the MCAT exam interface looks, feels, and functions on test day. These changes include new features such as higher screen resolution, clearer font type and

The Columbia University Postbaccalaureate Premedical Program admissions staff holds information sessions for prospective students and their guests that cover curriculum details, program requirements and information about the application process. An hour and a half prior to all on-campus information sessions, prospective students and their guests are also invited to attend a student-led campus tour, which provides an overview of the Morningside Campus, campus history and a perspective about what it's like to be a Columbia student. Encourage your advisees to apply today to meet the February 1 Summer and Fall 2018 Early Action enrollment deadline, and take the first step toward realizing a future in medicine. Register Today for an Information Session and Tour . Sincerely,    Curtis Rodgers Dean of Admissions Columbia University Postbac Premed Program

LECOM, the largest and one of the most affordable medical schools in the United States, invites your students to apply to our Master of Medical Science (MMS) program.  Successful completion of the MMS program greatly increases their opportunity to get accepted into LECOM Bradenton’s College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM), School of Dental Medicine (SDM) or School of Pharmacy (SOP).    The MMS program has three tracks: medicine, dental medicine, and pharmacy. The following are data from the graduates from MMS Class of 2016-17 in these three tracks: * 52 Graduates in the medicine track                        * 15 Graduates in the dental medicine track * 45 Accepted into LECOM Bradenton COM            * 11 Have been accepted into LECOM SDM * 86 % Acceptance Rate                                            * 73 % Acceptance Rate   Additionally, two students were accepted into LECOM’s School of Pharmacy. The MMS program is a one-year, non-thesis , course of study with a

Somos Hermanos recently launched a shorter 3-Month Gap year program . We continue to offer our 5-Month program every spring, however starting in the fall of 2018 we will offer a condescended version in 3-Months. It will include 8 weeks of full time language learning, the trips to Mexico and El Salvador, and clinically related health visits and talks. We invite you to check out our website, and/or fee free to contact us if you have any questions. You can see where are participants have gone on to health professions grad schools on our Alumni page:   http://www.somoshermanos.org/ group-photos/

We have a post-bacc, MS in Medical Physiology program at Case Western Reserve University.  The majority of our students are interested in Medical School but we have 1 or 2 students each year who want to go on to PA school.  To date we have a 100% success rate helping these students get into PA programs - one is currently attending the PA program at CWRU.  We would encourage students interested in PA programs to apply to our MSMP program. Please take a look at our web site: https://physiology.case.edu/ education/graduate-programs/ master/post-baccalaureate- program-ms-in-medical- physiology/

We are pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for the 2018 Adventures in Veterinary Medicine (AVM) program at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University. AVM is an exciting and intensive program where participants can explore the wide variety of careers available within veterinary medicine and discover first-hand what it is like to attend veterinary school. For students who are trying to determine whether veterinary medicine is the right career path, AVM is a great way to gain a deeper understanding of the profession. The program is also helpful for students who have already decided on a future in veterinary medicine, as it allows them to experience life as a veterinary student and explore opportunities within the field. Many of our past AVM participants have successfully gained admission to veterinary school both here at Tufts and at other schools. During the week-long session, participants will investigate the differe