Explore Pathways to Medical and Health Professions
The Pitt-Johnstown Pre-Medical and Health Professions program prepares students for graduate and professional education in a variety of health-related fields.
Many professional programs require a bachelor's degree, specific prerequisite courses, admission or aptitude exams, and interviews. Pitt-Johnstown students work with faculty and academic advisors to plan their coursework and prepare for their next step.
Explore Programs and Pathways
Pre-Dentistry | Dental Hygiene | Pre-Pharmacy | Pre-Medicine | Pre-Physical Therapy | Pre-Occupational Therapy | Pre-Optometry | Pre-Veterinary Medicine | Pre-Health & Rehabilitation Science | Public Health Administration
Pre-Dentistry
Pitt-Johnstown students work with academic advisors to plan their coursework and complete the prerequisite courses required for admission to dental school.
Dental schools typically accept students from both science and non-science majors. Most Pitt-Johnstown Pre-Dental students major in biology or chemistry.
The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine offers early admission to students who have:
- At least 90 credits
- A minimum 4.0 QPA
- A score of at least 24 on each section of the Dental Admissions Test (DAT)
Learn more:
University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
Contact:
Rebecca Webb, PhD
814-269-2913 | rwebb@pitt.edu
Dental Hygiene
The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine's Dental Hygiene Program at Johnstown offers a flexible pathway to a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (BSDH).
Program Highlights
- Earn a BSDH in two years (six terms)
- Complete a blend of online and hybrid coursework
- Complete technical training at the Regional Training Center in Johnstown
- Learn from University of Pittsburgh faculty
- Gain multidisciplinary educational and clinical experience
- Prepare for an in-demand career in dental hygiene
Learn more:
University of Pittsburgh Dental Hygiene Regional Training Center
Contact:
Heather Laabs
412-624-6165 | HNL16@pitt.edu
Pre-Pharmacy
Students work closely with chemistry faculty to identify and complete prerequisite courses for admission to the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program at the University of Pittsburgh and other pharmacy schools in Pennsylvania and surrounding states.
Learn more:
Contact:
Manisha Nigam, PhD
814-269-2017 | nigam@pitt.edu
Pre-Medicine
The Pre-Medicine pathway prepares students for admission to allopathic or osteopathic medical school after completing their undergraduate degree.
Faculty advisors work with students to identify the courses needed to meet medical school admission requirements. Students may choose any major, although many Pitt-Johnstown students who have gone on to medical school or become physicians have majored in biology, chemistry, or biochemistry.
Learn more:
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Contact:
Rebecca Webb, PhD
814-269-2913 | rwebb@pitt.edu
Pre-Physical Therapy
Students work with academic advisors to complete the prerequisite courses required for admission to the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences or another physical therapy program.
Physical therapy programs typically require a bachelor's degree and completion of specific admission requirements. Most Pitt-Johnstown Pre-PT students major in biology or chemistry.
Learn more:
Contact:
Rebecca Webb, PhD
814-269-2913 | rwebb@pitt.edu
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Students work with academic advisors to complete the prerequisite courses required for admission to the University of Pittsburgh's occupational therapy program or another program of their choice.
Occupational therapy programs typically require a bachelor's degree and completion of specific admission requirements. Most Pitt-Johnstown Pre-OT students major in psychology.
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Pre-Optometry
Pitt-Johnstown provides a foundation for students pursuing a Doctor of Optometry degree. Students work with advisors to plan their schedules and complete the prerequisite courses required for admission to a school of optometry.
Pre-Optometry students typically major in biology or a related field. After completing the required prerequisite courses, students may apply to optometry schools.
Learn more:
American Academy of Optometry
Contact:
Rebecca Webb, PhD
814-269-2913 | rwebb@pitt.edu
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Students interested in veterinary medicine must complete a bachelor's degree before applying to veterinary school. Because requirements vary by institution, students should review the admission requirements for their intended veterinary school.
Pitt-Johnstown academic advisors help students plan their coursework and complete the requirements needed for veterinary school admission. Most Pitt-Johnstown Pre-Vet students major in biology.
Learn more:
Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC)
Contact:
Rebecca Webb, PhD
814-269-2913 | rwebb@pitt.edu
Pre-Health & Rehabilitation Science
The University of Pittsburgh's School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) offers pathways into a variety of health and rehabilitation fields.
Students must successfully complete 60 college credits and be in good academic standing before applying to SHRS. Pitt-Johnstown provides foundational coursework that meets admission requirements for SHRS programs.
Explore SHRS pathways:
- SHRS Undergraduate Admissions
- Pre-Athletic Training
- Pre-Clinical Dietetics and Nutrition
- Pre-Communication Science
- Pre-Emergency Medicine
- Pre-Health Information Management
Contact:
Steven Stern, PhD
814-269-2930 | sstern@pitt.edu