Career Paths

With a shared passion for the health professions, Health Science Scholars embrace the essential traits of collaboration, service, and unwavering dedication. Our inclusive community celebrates diversity, welcoming all aspiring healthcare professionals to join us. In HSS, students embark on enriching experiences that nurture their communication skills and intellectual pursuits. These invaluable encounters serve as stepping stones toward a fulfilling and successful career in the dynamic healthcare landscape as the leaders of tomorrow.

Health Professions

  • Pre-Medical

  • Pre-Dental

  • Pre-Physician Assistant

  • Pre-Pharmacy

  • Pre-Optometry

  • Pre-Veterinary

  • Pre-Physical Therapy

  • Pre-Occupational Therapy

  • Pre-Podiatry

  • Pre-Anesthesiologist Assistant

  • Pre-Cardiovascular Perfusionist

  • Pre-Orthotist & Prosthetist

Visit the Health Professions Office page to learn more!

Pre-Health Support

Dine in with Medicine

Dine In with Medicine (DIWM) is the signature annual event of the HSS Honors Program, offering pre-med students a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions about healthcare over dinner. Physicians from various specialties are invited to join students for an evening of insightful conversation and professional networking. The event also features a panel discussion where these distinguished medical practitioners share their experiences and insights, providing valuable guidance and inspiration to aspiring doctors in the HSS program.

Friday Lunches

Friday Lunches, hosted throughout the academic year, provide students with the opportunity to hear from a diverse array of professionals shaping the healthcare field. These include physicians, professors, researchers, and other experts. Each speaker shares unique insights, offering students a broadened perspective on what it means to be a leader in healthcare.

Prep Workshops

HSS Council also sets up free workshops for students to learn about important parts of the medical school application process. Workshop topics include building MCAT plans led by Kaplan, mastering the MMI interview, and working with upperclassmen on editing your personal statement essay.