The UConn Pre-Medical and Health Professions Post-Baccalaureate Program uses a holistic review process when evaluating applications. This means we consider each applicant as a whole person—not just grades and test scores. We carefully review academic history, personal experiences, professional goals, letters of recommendation, and a demonstrated commitment to the health professions. We value diverse backgrounds, resilience, and potential for growth, and we recognize that every applicant’s path to this point is unique. Our goal is to build a well-rounded, collaborative, and motivated cohort prepared to succeed in the next steps of their health careers.

 

Admissions Review Committee

Sarah Scheidel, EdD (Director of Pre-Professional Advising and the Post Baccalaureate Program, Enrichment Programs, Storrs Campus)

Keat Sanford, PhD (Pre-Medical Advisor, Enrichment Programs Office, Storrs Campus)

Susan Ruggiero (Program Assistant II, Enrichment Programs Office, Storrs Campus)

Current or past Post-Bacc Students

Additional Pre-Professional Advising staff as needed

 

Interviews

Applicants selected for interview will be notified by the Enrichment Programs Office and interviews will be conducted virtually. Interviews will include Dr. Scheidel, Dr. Sanford or PPA staff member, and a current or recent Post-Bacc student. Interviewed candidate files will then be reviewed by the Post Baccalaureate Admissions Committee for final decision.