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Kutztown, PA 19530

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Biology: Pre-Medical and Other Health Careers

Pre-Medical, Pre-Veterinary, and Pre-Dental

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Major

FORMAT:

In-Person

Credits Required:

120

Tuition Cost

The Bachelor of Science in Biology: Pre-Med and Other Health Careers program at Kutztown University is the first step toward a rewarding career in human or animal health and medicine. Our Pre-Med program combines a rigorous academic foundation with hands-on experience that prepares you to confidently pursue the next stage of your education towards a professional medical degree. 

Graduates of the Biology: Pre-Med program pursue the following careers: 

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD)
  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
  • Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD)
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
  • Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD)
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Regardless of your ultimate goal, our program is designed to help you stand out as a future professional in medicine.

Why Choose Kutztown for a Biology: Pre-Med Major

When you choose Kutztown University for your Biology: Pre-Medical degree, you’re choosing a dedicated team of professors, advisors, and mentors committed to your success. From your first day on campus, the biology department is here to guide your academic decisions and keep you on the right path for medical, veterinary, or dental school.

Here’s why students choose the Biology: Pre-Med major at Kutztown University:

  • Save with affordable tuition and financial aid
  • Achieve success in medical, dental, and veterinary schools
  • Thrive on our scenic campus that feels like home
  • Learn through rigorous, hands-on academics that build real-world skills

Biology: Pre-Medical and Other Health Careers Major Highlights

At Kutztown University, the Biology: Pre-Med program gives students real-world experience. That’s why, as a Biology: Pre-Med major, you’ll have countless opportunities to strengthen your resume and develop the professional skills that medical, veterinary, and dental schools are looking for.

Here are just a few of the opportunities you’ll have as a Kutztown University Biology: Pre-Med major:

  • Work with the Pre-Medical Committee for recommendation letters and mock interviews. While some universities charge students a fee for advising services related to the application process and/or committee letters of recommendation, Kutztown University provides these services for free.
  • Conduct research alongside faculty mentors for hands-on experience
  • Gain clinical experience through shadowing, internships, and volunteer work
  • Prepare for entrance exams like the MCAT, DAT, or GRE
  • Connect with faculty advisors for personalized guidance every step of the way
  • Engage in hands-on labs from your first semester

Career Outcomes

Top Employers of our Pre-Med/Pre-Vet/Pre-Dental Graduates
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Penn State Health
Tower Health
University of Pittsburgh
St. Luke's University Health Network
Geisinger Health System

70%

of competitive applicants are accepted to professional schools.

Student Learning Outcomes

  • Biology (BS)
    1. Students completing the B.S. Biology degree will demonstrate advanced competence in their area of specialization, either organismal biology/ecology, cell biology/microbiology, pre-medical science, or allied health science.
    2. Students will demonstrate proficiency in skills useful in gaining successful employment in biology-related positions or admission to graduate or professional programs.
    3. Students completing the BS Biology degree will demonstrate writing skills such that they can effectively convey concepts and information in their discipline.
    4. Students completing the BS Biology degree will demonstrate oral communication skills such that they can effectively convey concepts and information in their discipline.
    5. Students completing the BS Biology degree will be able to effectively utilize the scientific method.
Alyssa Ryan
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The biology program was fantastic in my preparation for med school because there was such a wide variety of classes with different topics, many of which showed up on my MCAT exam.

Alyssa Ryan '19, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine '23

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