Program Requirements

Requirements for Enrolled Students

  • See the Graduate Catalog for specific requirements, including:
    • Take an average of 15 credits each semester (12 credits of science) unless otherwise advised
    • Maintain a minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA required for successful completion of the Post-Baccalaureate certificate
    • Any grade of C- or lower will not count towards earning the certificate
    • Maintain a 3.0 GPA each semester, as required by the Graduate School
  • Complete or plan to engage in experiential and programming activities as specified by Pre-Professional Advising to be considered a strong applicant to professional schools. These may include:
    • Community service activities
    • Required enrollment in a year-long, 2-credit academic seminar specifically for post-baccs
    • Interviewing candidates for future post-bacc cohorts
    • Optional research components at the main campus, Health Center , or participating hospitals (limited and tailored so as not to interfere with course demands) during summer semester break
    • Additional clinical work, shadowing experience and community service is highly recommended

The Enrichment Programs Office will monitor all enrolled Post-Baccalaureate student activities and is responsible for confirming Certificate Program completion.