Medical Career Partnerships
It’s never too early to think about your next step.
Centenary’s partnerships with some of the most respected medical institutions in the region help students plan for and pursue careers in nursing, pharmacy, and allied health. Personalized advising, guaranteed interviews, and fast-tracked admission are just some of the benefits available through our medical careers partnerships.
Contact Information
Dr. Scott Chirhart
Dean of Health Sciences
Professor of Biology
318.869.5209
schirhar@centenary.edu
Shelby Roy ’24 Haughton, Louisiana
University of Louisiana at Monroe College of Pharmacy PharmD program
“Centenary has prepared me for the next chapter with a rigorous yet achievable curriculum. The advanced structure of my biology and chemistry courses gave me incredible preparation for graduate school, and the faculty provided phenomenal help and guidance. Everyone at Centenary is pushing for the success of each student from every angle.”
Our Partnerships
Baylor University
Louise Herrington School of Nursing
FastBacc Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Partnership Benefit:
Preferential admissions consideration
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program
Partnership Benefit:
Guaranteed interview
LSU Health Shreveport School of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine Program
Partnership Benefit:
Guaranteed interview
LSU Health Shreveport School of Allied Health Professions
Master of Physician Assistant Program
Partnership Benefit: Streamlined admissions pathway
Master of Public Health
Partnership Benefit: Guaranteed admission
Bachelor of Science in Cardiopulmonary Science
Partnership Benefit: Guaranteed admission
LSU Health Sciences CenterNew Orleans School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Career Alternative RN Education (CARE) program
Partnership Benefit: Early admission decision
Northwestern State University College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Accelerated Curriculum (BAC)
Partnership Benefit:
Preferred admission
All partnerships have specific requirements to access partnership benefits. Contact Dr. Scott Chirhart for detailed information.
University of Louisiana
Monroe College of Pharmacy (ULM COP)
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D.) Program
Partnership Benefit:
Guaranteed interview
Tulane University
School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine
Public Health Early Access Program
Partnership Benefit:
Guaranteed admission and $25,000 Public Health Early Access Scholarship
94 % Medical School acceptance rate over the past 5 years
100 % of tenure-track faculty hold the highest degree in their fields
3/4 of Centenary students have participated in an international experience
100 % Dental School acceptance rate over the past 5 years
100 % of first-year Centenary students receive merit aid