Medical providers who are licensed to diagnose and treat illness and disease and to prescribe medication for patients.

For descriptions of this profession, see: Admissions section of the  or 

LENGTH OF PROGRAM

Varies by school, but typically programs last 2 years.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Requirements vary by school. You can check the . Generally, the coursework should include general biology, general chemistry, and sometimes organic chemistry, physics, human anatomy and physiology, statistics, social sciences, and humanities.

APPLICATION TIMELINE

For admittance directly after É«ºüÈë¿Ú: Prerequisite courses completed by the end of senior year; although, preference may be given to applicants who complete the required courses sooner. Apply summer between junior and senior years.

APPLICATION SERVICE

 (CASPA)

• Available mid-April
• Each school selects an application deadline, but they typically range from August through July. Confirm the deadline with the school.  
• Schools not participating in CASPA, apply directly to the school.
• Apply early! Do not wait until the application deadline. 

STANDARDIZED TEST

Usually the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) revised General Test, but can vary by school.

The GRE has three sections: Verbal Reasoning (Score 130-170), Quantitative Reasoning (130-170), and Analytical Writing (Score 0-6). The test takes approximately 4 hours to complete and is offered year-round at computer based test centers. . Unofficial scores are give on test day, with official scores available in 10-15 days.

Free and low-cost preparation materials:

• Check with the Hubbard Center

ADMISSIONS CRITERIA

• GPA, check the  for numbers
• GRE scores, check the  for numbers
• Personal statement
• Letters of recommendation
• Health-related experience anywhere from 500-2000 hours, type and amount varies greatly by school. Check the 
• Interpersonal, communication, problem solving, critical thinking, and leadership skills
• Sincere desire to enter a helping healthcare profession

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

General:

TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CALL 765-658-4622, OR EMAIL HUBBARD@DEPAUW.EDU