The Dr. Dennis J. Patterson
Center for the Health Professions
Post-Baccalaureate Programs
Prior to applying to medical or other professional schools, some students who already have their undergraduate degree may want to enhance their academic background by taking higher level, science courses to boost their GPA and strengthen their overall candidacy. Others may be interested in completing the necessary prerequisite courses if they are changing career paths. Students are able to participate in post-baccalaureate (post-bac) programs to meet these needs. For more information on post-bac programs, visit the National Association of Advisors for the Health Professions, Inc site. Below is a sampling of post-bac programs as well as some one-year graduate programs. Students should carefully read over the descriptions to determine if they are for enhancing one's application and/or for those changing careers. Any students interested in completing prerequisite courses for health professions programs can take those undergraduate classes at Elmhurst. Patterson Center staff are able to help you with further questions so stop by to schedule an appointment!
Association of American Medical Colleges Post-Baccalaureate Database
Boston University School of Medicine Masters in Medical Science
Case Western Reserve University Masters in Bioethics
Case Western Reserve University Masters of Science in Medical Physiology
Chicago Area Health Careers and Medical Program
Columbia University Masters of Science (Institue of Human Nutrition)
Cornell University Certificate in Health Studies
Dartmouth Medical School Masters of Science
Drexel University Professional Studies Programs
Duquesne University Post-Baccalaureate Program
Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine Post-Baccalaureate Program
George Mason/Georgetown Universities Bioscience Degrees
Indiana University School of Medicine Masters in Medical Science
Lehigh University Masters in Health and Biopharmaceutical Economics
Loyola University Chicago Master of Arts in Medical Sciences
Montana State University Master of Science in Medical Sciences
NY College of Medicine-Accelerated Masters
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Medical/Dental Prep Program
The Commonwealth Medical College Masters of Biomedical Sciences
University of California, San Francisco Masters of Science in Global Health
University of Northern Colorado Masters of Biomedical Sciences
Western University of Health Sciences Master of Science in Medical Sciences
Elmhurst College is not affiliated with any of these programs nor does the College have any say in their application process. Students apply and participate in these programs based on their eligibility, personal choice, and comfort level.
