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Pre-Health

Pre-Health

Pre-Health Department

Get started on your path to a career in healthcare.

There are many opportunities at Loyola for students interested in health careers. From our wide selection of health-focused majors and tracks to our resources and support throughout your time here, the Pre-Health Advisor, Directors, and the Pre-Health Professions Committee are here to help as you work toward a rewarding career in health care!

Whether you’re a first year student who has always wanted to be a dentist or a senior or recent graduate who is just beginning to consider a professional healthcare program, pre-health faculty and staff can help you on your career path.

Follow the steps below to become a pre-health student at Loyola! 

Become a Pre-Health Student

Make an Appointment

If you are a new student or a continuing student interested in Pre-Health, make an appointment with Loyola's pre-health advisor to discuss your pre-health goals and to be added to the roster of pre-health students.

Make an Appointment

Stay Connected

Plan to Meet Regularly with the Pre-Health Advisor

After your initial pre-health advising appointment, plan to check in with your pre-health regularly, ideally twice per semester, to share updates and get advice on the next steps of your pre-health path.

 

Submit an Intent to Apply Form

Completed the Fall Semester Before You Apply

Once you've completed all (or most) of your required pre-health courses, be sure to complete the Intent to Apply form. This form is available from October to January and should be completed the fall semester before you intend to apply to health professional school. Completion of this form is required for students seeking a committee letter from the PHPC for their application to medical or dental schools.

Explore Pre-Health Linkages

View Partner Institutions

Loyola University New Orleans has partnered with the institutions to provide our pre-health students with opportunities for preferred admissions. 

View Partnerships

Pre-Health Student

Pre-Health Post-Baccalaureate

Loyola's Pre-Health Post-Baccalaureate Certificate is designed to support recent graduates and career changers with a bachelor’s degree who have a drive and passion for a health-science career, but lack the courses required for entry into their program of choice.

Resources for Current Students

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Resources for Alumni

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