College Of Agricultural And Life Sciences

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CALS Pre-Health

Professional schools seek students with proven knowledge of their intended health profession, a commitment to service, and scientific curiosity. CALS has a dedicated pre-health advisor who works closely with UF's pre-health advising team.

CALS Pre-Health

What Should I Major In?

Any major can be a pre-health major with careful planning, and working with an academic advisor early can help propel you on the right track to your career goals. However, the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences has six majors that align with the pre-requisite courses for health professional schools, such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and veterinary medicine. This includes tracks within:

Animal Sciences
Biology
Entomology and Nematology
Microbiology and Cell Science
Nutritional Sciences
Wildlife Ecology and Conservation

You are encouraged to choose a major that interests you or fits into your parallel path of career options. Family, Youth and Community Sciences is an excellent social science major that aligns with many human health interests.

Schedule an Appointment Exploring health-related careers can be a daunting task. Our advisor is here to help. Schedule an appointment today!

How can advising help?

Meeting with an advisor early in your academic plan can help ensure you are on track to reach your career goals. The topics of discussion provided below are a guide, but everyone's timeline may be different.

Year One
- Major choice
- Profession exploration
- Course sequencing/balance
- Professional development overview

Year Two
- Professional development
- Letters of recommendation
- Test preparation
- Parallel path planning

New Transfer Student
- Adjustment to UF
- Course sequencing
- Test preparation
- Professional development
- Letters of recommendation
- Growth year discussion

Year Three
- Personal statement
- School choice

Year Four
- Application
- Mock interview
- Growth year planning

Professional Development

All CALS students are encouraged to explore professional development and learning opportunities beyond the classroom. To make sure these experiences are accessible to all, CALS students have the unique option to apply for funding support through the VP Promise, an initiative that allows students to explore their interests through research, study abroad, internships and more by providing financial assistance. Learn more about the VP Promise or apply for funding using the VP Promise application.