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During this four-year undergraduate program, you will complete required prerequisites for medical and other professional schools while building a strong educational foundation that balances health sciences with liberal arts. Set your future in motion with this pre-med, bachelor of science program and prepare to take your medical career in the direction you desire.
Why choose Premedical Health Studies at MCPHS?
- A field of growth:The demand for physicians and surgeons is projected to grow 4% through 2034*
- Well paid careers: According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, wages for physicians and surgeons are among the highest of all occupations, with a median wage equal to or greater than $239,200 per year.
- Global healthcare center: Boston’s Longwood Medical and Academic Area is a global center for healthcare delivery, research and education, giving our students access to world-class hospitals and research facilities.
- Professional & medical school support: The Pre-Health Professions Advisory Committee supports students who are seeking admission to medical school or other health professional schools. Committee members advise, serve as contacts for specific pathways, write letters of recommendation, and participate in pre-health professions events.
- Accelerated programs: Through our premedical pathways, students can earn a professional degree in five to eight years, often a year less than through traditional channels. Pathways include: Medicine, Dental, Physician Assistant, Optometry, Osteopathic, and Veterinary.
Values driven. Outcome oriented.
$239K
Median Annual Wage
The median annual wage for physicians and surgeons is $239,200 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024)
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#1
Pre-Medicine SchoolAs ranked for Bachelor's Students in the U.S. by College Factual.
Values driven. Outcome oriented.
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| BS in Premedical Health Studies '27“I want to apply what I learn in my community and teach the people around me to have better habits and take better care of their health.”