Pre-Health Pathways

 

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Fast-track your medical career education

Are you a highly-motivated student, ready to start your medical career as soon as possible? Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ and Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ Health have partnered to make that possible. 

How to get started

Once you've been accepted at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, talk to the Assistant Dean of Health Professions (prehealthcare@untdallas.edu) about starting your journey. This is a rigorous academic program and your full commitment is essential, you're not alone though. Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ has resources to help you at each step of the way. 

 

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2+2 Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ has partnered with Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ Health's College of Nursing to develop the 2+2 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Freshmen students can choose any degree to enroll in the program however students are strongly encouraged to choose either the BS in Biology, BS in Public Health, or BA in Chemistry. Students will complete two years of pre-requisites at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­D prior to admission to the nursing program. Once enrolled at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ Health’s College of Nursing, students will take focused nursing courses and demonstrate their skills with hands-on clinical opportunities and simulated scenarios to complete the BSN.

Full Program Requirements

BSN Pathway

Requirements at-a-glance

  • A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  • A grade of C or better is required in all prerequisite courses
  • A minimum of 40 SCH of the 60 SCH prerequisite total must be completed before applying for admissions
  • A minimum score of 60 on the Test of Essential Academic Skills or Health Education Systems Incorporated Admissions Assessment A2 (TEAS/HESI)
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B.S. Biology to Doctor of Pharmacy

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ and Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ Health College of Pharmacy have established a seven-year accelerated program for future pharmacists, combining three years of undergraduate study with four years of pharmacy education. Freshmen students must be enrolled in the BS in Biology to be eligible for the program. After the third year in the program, eligible students will transfer to the College of Pharmacy to complete their BS in Biology and begin their pharmacy school studies.

Full Program Requirements

BS to PharmD Pathway

Requirements at-a-glance

  • Academic Performance: Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and earn a grade of "C" or better in all prerequisite courses. Continuous, full-time enrollment is required throughout the program.
  • Pre-Pharmacy Coursework: Students must complete specific pre-pharmacy coursework, including courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math, and English. These courses provide the foundational knowledge needed for the PharmD program.
  • Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT): While the PCAT is not always required, it may be recommended or required for some applicants. Students should check the specific requirements of the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ System College of Pharmacy.
  • Application Requirements: Students must submit a completed application through the Pharmacy College Application Service (PharmCAS), including transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. An interview may also be part of the admissions process.