Pre-Health Studies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

The Pre-Health Studies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate is designed for individuals who are interested in a career in the health professions but have little or no background in science. The coursework focuses on the foundational prerequisites required of health profession schools including medical and dental school. The curriculum is paired with support programming from the Office of Pre-Health, discounted admission exam preparation course options, and application support including a University Committee Letter. The program is tailored to each individual student based on their health-related professional goals.

Upon completion of the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Pre-Health Studies, students will demonstrate knowledge of scientific foundations, including fundamentals of chemistry, biology, and physics, needed to succeed on the admissions test and the future health professional curriculum. Available targeted health profession routes include but are not limited to medical, dental, optometry, physician assistant, and physical therapy.

For students seeking Grade Enhancer programs, we encourage you to explore the Rowan Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences’ programs: graduate certificate or Master’s in Biomedical Studies.

The Pre-Health Studies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate program is a full-time program offered in face-to-face format. It requires the completion of 32 undergraduate semester hours. The program consists of 4 required courses (those required by all known health professions programs) and required elective courses. The number of elective courses varies and depends on the targeted health profession (in consultation with the program director/health professions advisor).

The following courses make up the Pre-Health Studies Post-Baccalaureate program.

• 8-9 Courses / 32 Semester Hours
• Foundation Courses: No
• Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: No

Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan Global section tally.

The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional action or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.

• Completed Application Form
• $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
• Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
• Typewritten statement of professional objectives
• One letter of recommendation
• Recommended minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)