THE POST-BACCALAUREATE PREMEDICAL PROGRAM
Why Washington University? WashU's Post-Baccalaureate Premedical (Post-Bacc Pre-med) program, administered by University College, offers a curriculum that not only helps you fulfill admission requirements but is also tailored to your needs. You will have access to: • A Traditional, Enhancement, or Blended Curriculum • Clinical and nonclinical volunteer opportunities • Research opportunities • MCAT preparation • One-on-one advising • Linkage programs
ABOUT THE POST-BACCALAUREATE PREMEDICAL PROGRAM As you pursue a career in medicine, strong academic resources and outstanding clinical opportunities can be invaluable. That is why Washington University in St. Louis is an exceptional choice for post-baccalaureate premedical study. Not only will you enjoy the academic environment of one of the nation’s top universities—and opportunities at one of the nation’s best medical schools—you will also benefit from the personalized support found in a program dedicated to your success. Recognized worldwide for academic excellence, Washington University in St. Louis has offered continuing education programs and courses through University College since 1908. Our programs provide adult students the opportunity to experience the excitement of attending and earning a degree or certificate from a world-class institution.
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“ The Post-Baccalaureate Premedical program at WashU not only provides students with a top-notch premedical education, but research and volunteer opportunities to ensure you are a well-rounded medical school applicant.” — Ryan Johnson, Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Studies
A FLEXIBLE CURRICULUM TO FIT YOUR NEEDS Our Post-Baccalaureate Premedical program enables qualified college graduates to take core and elective science, social science, and math courses that satisfy admission requirements for allopathic and osteopathic medicine, dentistry, podiatry, veterinary medicine, physical therapy, physician assistant, and other professional programs. The program is flexible to support students who need prerequisites, as well as those who have completed most or all of those prerequisites but need additional preparation. TRADITIONAL CURRICULUM We offer all medical school prerequisite lab science courses in day, evening, and summer formats. We also offer biochemistry and a full range of mathematics and behavioral science courses to aid students in preparing for the MCAT.
ENHANCEMENT CURRICULUM We offer a wide variety of advanced-level electives in biology, and some complementary chemistry and physics courses as well, for students who have completed the core prerequisites but wish to improve their academic record and become a more competitive professional school applicant.
BLENDED CURRICULUM You may need both core and advanced courses, or slightly different prerequisite courses. Our advisors can help you develop an individual plan customized to your needs. It is possible to repeat prerequisite courses if needed, to take a combination of entry-level and advanced courses, and to direct course choices toward professional training in health careers such as physical therapy, dentistry, podiatry, pharmacy, and veterinary medicine.
AT THE CENTER OF IT ALL
St. Louis is consistently ranked among the nation’s most affordable and best places to live and raise families. Thanks in large part to Washington University, other regional universities, and key Fortune 500 corporations, St. Louis has emerged as a national hub for research and business development in the fields of biotechnology and plant science. The city also boasts an extensive health care network with five Level I trauma centers. Between Washington University’s Medical Campus and Danforth Campus lies Forest Park, one of the largest urban parks in the country containing the Saint Louis Zoo, Saint Louis Art Museum, Missouri History Museum, and Saint Louis Science Center, as well as biking trails, boating areas, and golf courses. The Metro transit system offers transportation from Washington University to locations throughout St. Louis.
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PLANNING FOR YOUR SUCCESS When applying to medical school, academics are just one of the components of applicant evaluation. The Post-Baccalaureate Premedical program offers resources to help you assess your preparedness and broaden your experiences outside the classroom. You may explore shadowing opportunities, community service, and research work. The application process to medical school or professional schools is extremely competitive. Our program can help you apply strategically through individualized advising for the application cycle, feedback on personal statements, mock interviews, and support throughout the year as admission decisions are made. Upon successful completion of the program, you will also receive a letter of support from Washington University for your professional school application.
POST-BACCALAUREATE PREMEDICAL ACCEPTANCES
Over the last several years, students from the University College Post-Baccalaureate Premedical program have received admission offers from numerous medical schools. Here are just a few premedical acceptances: • Dartmouth Medical School • Duke University School of Medicine • Emory University School of Medicine • Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
• Mayo Clinic School of Medicine
• University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
• University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
• Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
• University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
• Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine
To view the complete list of nearly 90 schools, visit: UCOLLEGE.WUSTL.EDU/PBPM
“ The premedical program is a very practical way to approach the competitive process of applying to medical school. People are usually concerned about taking the MCAT, getting in, and managing the application process. University College's advising team and their resources helped me handle all of that.” — Zach Linnemen, Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Studies
Apply today. Take the next step toward a career in medicine. Apply online at UCOLLEGE.WUSTL.EDU/APPLY To learn more about Zach’s story, visit UCOLLEGE.WUSTL.EDU/ZACH
PROGRAM FEATURES A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY OF PEERS Post-Baccalaureate Premedical students are part of a community of peers who share goals and have experienced similar, nonlinear paths to medicine. There are many academic, social, and professional development events for Post-Baccalaureate Premedical students. Those who have completed core courses regularly tutor other program students in subsequent semesters. Each spring, University College hosts a panel discussion with recent Post-Bacc Pre-med alumni admitted to medical and other professional schools. Alumni share what they learned during the application and interview process.
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS University College offers a number of scholarships, both need- and merit-based. For example, the Sweatt Scholarship is specifically intended to foster a diverse educational atmosphere in the Post-Baccaulaurete Premedical program. We also provide competitive tuition costs for quality preparation at a highly ranked university. You may choose day or evening courses with tuition prices starting at less than $900 per credit hour for evening courses. The cost of living in St. Louis is quite affordable, with many housing options close to campus.
LINKAGE PROGRAMS Our Post-Baccalaureate Premedical program currently offers two linkage programs. These special relationships between our post-baccalaureate premedical program and medical schools allow well qualified students to apply through a streamlined process which eliminates the gap year.
“ The Post-Baccalaureate Premedical program at Washington University in St. Louis is one of few that offers a generous scholarship to those, who like myself, have decided to change career paths, and others who would like to give it another shot.” —C helsea Williams, Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Studies
Participating Medical Schools We have linkage arrangements with the following medical schools:
To learn more about the requirements for each linkage, visit UCOLLEGE.WUSTL.EDU/LINKAGES
“ While I came to WashU with the intention of strengthening my GPA for medical school, I was able to do so much more. I participated in new clinical experiences, becoming involved in clinical research in Geriatrics at WashUʼs School of Medicine and scribing in a private OB-GYN clinic.” — Raslyn Preston, Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Studies
ADMISSION CRITERIA Applicants must have a demonstrated record of intellectual ability, academic achievement, a high level of motivation, and a commitment to rigorous study in pursuit of a career in medicine or a related health profession. In addition, the following requirements must also be met: • A bachelor’s degree completed prior to enrollment • One college-level English composition course with a grade of B or higher* • One college-level mathematics course with a grade of B or higher* • U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status** Note: Strong candidates for admission typically have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or above.
APPLICATION METHODS Submit your application to either the Post Baccalaureate Centralized Application Service at POSTBACCAS.LIAISONCAS.COM or our website at UCOLLEGE.WUSTL.EDU/APPLY.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS • Application • Résumé • Official college transcript(s) • Personal statement • Two letters of recommendation • TOEFL scores (if applicable) • Application fee of $35
** AP credit that is reflected on a college transcript may be used to satisfy these prerequisites. ** University College cannot sponsor an I-20 for any certificate program. International students are eligible to apply for a certificate program if they already hold a visa that permits part-time study. International students holding a B-2 or F-2 visa are only permitted to register for courses that are recreational or avocational.
Apply today. Take the next step toward a career in medicine. Apply online at UCOLLEGE.WUSTL.EDU/APPLY To learn more, visit UCOLLEGE.WUSTL.EDU/PBPM
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