Admissions - Premedicine Post-baccalaureate Certificate Program

Admission Requirements

To apply to the Premedicine Program, students must submit:

• a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• a competitive undergraduate record
• completion of a college-level algebra course (such as MATH 101 Algebra) or higher math within the last five years
• completion of an introductory biology course (such as BIOL SCI 165 Human Physiology or BIOL SCI 170 Concepts of Biology) within the last five years
• one letter of recommendation (preferably concerning academic work)
• a statement of purpose
• official transcripts from all previously attended college-level institutions
• a non-refundable $50 application fee

Preparatory Coursework

For students who are not prepared to go directly into these required science courses, Northwestern offers MATH 101 Algebra, MATH 313 Precalculus, BIOL SCI 165 Human Physiology or BIOL SCI 170 Concepts of Biology. Prospective students should speak with an SCS admissions counselor for further information.

Please Note: This program is designed to meet the needs of career changers. It is not intended as a records-enhancement program. Students who have already completed the majority of science requirements as recent undergraduates should not apply. The AMCAS web site has helpful information about alternative premedical programs.

Admission Process

To apply, students must complete an online application form and submit supplemental application materials to the SCS Admissions Office; 339 East Chicago Avenue, Wieboldt Hall, Sixth Floor; Chicago, Illinois 60611. Complete the online application now.

Due to the sequential format of the science courses, students may only start in the summer or fall. If you wish to begin in a specific quarter, you must submit an application by the appropriate deadline. Applications are reviewed by the admissions committee once all application materials are received.

Please Note: Applications for Premedicine are not evaluated on a rolling admissions basis. Applications will be evaluated after the application deadline has passed. Admission letters will be sent within two weeks of the application deadline.

Application Deadlines

Summer quarter 2010: March 15 Fall quarter 2010: June 15

If an application deadline falls on a weekend, applications will be due the next business day.

Term Start Dates

Summer quarter 2010: June 21
Fall quarter 2010: September 21

Students of the Premedicine Program are eligible for financial aid. Students should speak with an academic advisor or financial aid officer for information regarding financial assistance. Please see Tuition and Fees for program costs.