Pre-Med
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology - Pre-Med
Your Journey to Medical School Starts Here
If your goal is to become a medical doctor—or pursue another health-related doctoral profession—UT Permian Basin can help you get there. Our Biology department offers multiple degree tracks tailored to prepare students for medical school and a wide range of health professions, including dentistry, optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, podiatry, chiropractic care, and veterinary medicine. With a proven track record spanning nearly 30 years, UTPB students have earned an impressive 70% acceptance rate into these programs—more than double the state average.
Most medical schools have essentially the same minimum undergraduate prerequisites. The following are UT Permian Basin courses you should consider working into your degree plan with one of our academic advisors. Those courses include:
English
ENGL 1301 Composition IENGL 1302 Composition II
Chemistry
CHEM 1311/1111 General Chemistry I/General Chemistry Lab ICHEM 1312/1112 General Chemistry I/General Chemistry Lab I
CHEM 3411/3113 Organic Chemistry I/Experimental Organic Lab I
CHEM 3412/3114 Organic Chemistry II/Experimental Organic Lab II
Physics
PHYS 1301/1101 University Physics I/ University Physics I LaboratoryPHYS 1302/1102 University Physics II/ University Physics II Laboratory
Math
MATH 2413 Calculus IMATH 3301 Statistics or PSYC 3301 Intro to Statistics
Prerequisites for a sample of Texas medical schools (this list is not exhaustive)
Studying for the MCAT
The Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) is the test that can make or break you. You simply cannot get into medical school without it.
With roughly 25 test dates a year, the MCAT challenges your core knowledge of the classes medical schools require. MCAT prep can be a second full-time job. If you are a full-time student you will need a solid and committed plan to prepare.
Online MCAT Courses, one-on-one private tutoring, and self-studying are just a few ways to prepare for the MCAT.
Applying to Med School
The eight public medical schools in Texas are all served through one central application service - Texas Medical and Dental School Application Service (TMDSAS). Access the TMDSAS website.
UTPB has a successful Joint Admission Medical School Program that helps economically disadvantaged students compete successfully for admission to medical school. To learn more, contact UTPB JAMP Campus Director, Dr. Doug Spence.
Medical schools in Texas (this list is not exhaustive)
Nursing & Pre-Health Scholarship
Healthcare careers are in high demand. And UT Permian Basin wants to help take some of your undergraduate costs off your plate!
IMPACT HEALTHCARE APPLICATION
