At the University of Kentucky, pre-professional paths are interest areas that students complete alongside their UK Core requirements and major curriculum. Pre-professional advisors offer support and guidance to University of Kentucky students, from all majors, interested in applying to medical school. In addition to outlining necessary coursework and guiding students through application processes, pre-professional advisors also direct students to University programs, such as UK Education Abroad or UK Service and Community Engagement, that foster well-rounded medical school applicants.
Students planning to pursue a medical school career path should meet routinely with their primary academic advisor and pre-professional advisors in the Stuckert Career Center. Students can schedule an appointment with a pre-professional advisor in the Stuckert Career Center through Handshake or by emailing UKCareerCenter@uky.edu.
Please note that medical school requirements vary from school to school. Research schools early for specific information about requirements.
The following courses are generally required for most medical schools:
The pre-medicine pathway provides guidance for students preparing to apply to any medical school. While similar, its requirements differ from those of the UK College of Medicine. For specific details about the UK College of Medicine program and application process, visit their official admissions page.
UK College of MedicineIf you are interested in learning more about potential careers in healthcare, please visit this link to explore.
Explore Healthcare CareersThe Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a standardized, multiple-choice examination designed to assess problem solving, critical thinking and knowledge of science concepts and principle prerequisites to the study of medicine. Pre-med courses in biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, and biochemistry should be taken prior to taking the MCAT.
In order to be well prepared for the MCAT, it is strongly recommended that prospective applicants complete courses in cell biology, microbiology, statistics, psychology, and sociology.
At the University of Kentucky (UK), pre-professional programs are interest areas that students complete alongside their UK Core requirements and major curriculum. Successful medical school applicants come from a variety of majors and backgrounds with diverse interests and talents. While philosophies among the nation’s medical schools differ, all recognize the importance of a broad education with a strong foundation in the sciences blended with the social sciences and humanities. Students are encouraged to work with their pre-med advisor to explore their options.
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