The Bachelor of Science in Pre-Medicine degree program helps students prepare for medical school, with a curriculum that includes courses most medical schools require. Students will build a strong foundation in the sciences, by taking courses in biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, genetics and more. The degree can also be tailored to specific interests through pre-medicine elective courses, with options such as nutrition, epidemiology, public health and prevention and management of chronic diseases. Successful completion of these degree requirements prepares students for application to and progress through medical school.

Students interested in other health profession programs, such as physicians assistant, chiropractic care, dental school, or veterinary school, may also wish to explore the Husson Health Sciences program. 

Programmatic Outcomes

  1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of fundamental biological principles.
  2. Students will apply analytical reasoning in order to solve biological problems.
  3. Students will demonstrate behaviors expected of an entry-level professional.

Requirements for Pre-Medicine Majors

Students must earn an overall 2.0 cumulative grade-point average and a “C” or better in every science course. Transfer students must complete a minimum of thirty (30) credit hours at Husson University. At least fifteen (15) credits must be earned in Husson science courses.

Pre-Medicine Progression Policy

Medical schools require students to meet rigorous entry requirements. In order to advise BS Pre-medicine students as to those requirements, the BS Pre-Medicine program upholds the following requirements to progress in the program.

Academic Standards for Husson Pre-Medicine Majors

  • A minimum grade of C in all science coursework (i.e. SC and SL designated courses) required on the program’s curriculum sheet
  • A minimum cumulative GPA and science GPA of 3.0 for graduation

GPA will be reviewed each year. In the event that a student falls below the above standards, they will be placed on departmental probation until they retake classes that are below benchmark.  Failure to do so, or failure to successfully achieve the required grade on the third attempt, will result in dismissal from the program.  Dismissals can be appealed to the department and/or Dean.