The University of Tulsa acquires Fab Lab Tulsa

The University of Tulsa has announced the acquisition of Fab Lab Tulsa, which provides access to digital fabrication tools and resources throughout the community through membership and programming. The move is part of TU’s ongoing efforts to promote innovation and aligns with the university’s global reputation in engineering, computer science, and the creative arts. “We […]

Unique organizational studies program offers expansive opportunities

At roughly 75 majors, organizational studies is one of the largest majors in The University of Tulsa’s Kendall College of Arts & Sciences. From social sciences, media, and arts to business administration, the program provides students a wide range of knowledge and skills, rather than limiting them to a single discipline. But as a so-called […]

TU Law celebrates alumna Sara Hill’s historic confirmation to federal bench

The University of Tulsa’s College of Law congratulates alumna Sara Hill (JD ’03) as she becomes the first Native American woman to serve as a federal judge in Oklahoma. This historic appointment marks a significant milestone in the state’s legal landscape. The U.S. Senate on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly to confirm Hill, who fills a vacant […]

New faculty member brings expertise and INSPIRE lab to Psychology Department

The University of Tulsa Department of Psychology has a wide variety of faculty-led research labs. From the Exposure, Relaxation & Rescripting Therapy for Chronic Nightmares study to the Psychophysiology Laboratory for Affective Neuroscience lab, TU offers students the opportunity to participate in ongoing research and even publish their findings. New to Kendall College of Arts […]

More than 60 years of James Joyce Quarterly

Legend has it that Thomas Staley, former provost of The University of Tulsa, founded the James Joyce Quarterly, fondly known as JJQ, in his garage. Or was it his kitchen table? That was more than 60 years ago, and since then the journal has become an internationally esteemed publication known for its publishing of critical […]

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Programs in Pre-Med & Pre-Health

Ready to discover your future in health professions? Join a dedicated community of inspiring health professionals.

UTulsa’s curriculum is designed with the flexibility, breadth, and depth needed to excel in health professions such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, optometry, pharmacy, and physician assistant roles. Students on the pre-medicine or pre-dentistry track can major in any discipline, with medical and dental school admissions committees valuing the diverse backgrounds and training the UTulsa experience offers. Our small class sizes and dedicated faculty ensure personalized attention and a supportive learning environment.

From freshman year, robust coursework and tailored advising help you meet the requirements for any medical school in the US and Canada. Our Pre-Health Professions Evaluation Committee provides thorough evaluations for your applications. Join us at UTulsa, where your ambition meets our dedication, paving the way to a successful career in the health professions.

Double National Average Medical School Admits

#1 National Merit scholars per capita

9:1 Student to Faculty ratio

100% Placement Rate in Jobs or Graduate school

Program

Pre-Health Professions

Biology, Pre-Med Option, B.S.B.S.

Chemical Engineering, B.S.Ch.E.

Exercise and Sports Science, Pre-Medicine Emphasis, B.S.E.S.S.

Public Health Minor

About the Program

Through coursework and advising that begin during the freshman year, students can meet the requirements for admission to any medical school in the United States and Canada. The faculty takes a rigorous and personal approach to the pre-professional program in medicine. Health professions advisors work closely with students to help them reach their goals. A Pre-Health Professions Evaluation Committee is responsible for providing evaluations for those students seeking acceptance to medical school or dental school.

Job opportunities:

Allopathic or osteopathic medicine
Dentistry
Veterinary medicine
Optometry
Pharmacy or physician assistant
Healthcare managers
Community Health Specialists
Forensic Scientists

Pre-Med Students Lead the Way in Innovative Undergraduate Research

At UTulsa, you’ll get to do real, meaningful work in the lab. Undergraduate research is a hallmark of our program. Students have won Goldwater and National Science Foundation scholarships and awards, and the experience has served countless students who have gone on to grad schools and beyond. Experiences like these do more than round out a resume. They lead to even bigger opportunities down the road and give you a head start on finding the health science career that fits your goals.

Beyond the Classroom

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Early Careers in Medicine
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
SOCIAL JUSTICE & SERVICE
JOB PLACEMENT

Set the stage for lifelong learning and success.

Learning is an individualized journey that extends far beyond a major or the walls of a classroom. The University of Tulsa provides integrative and experiential learning opportunities that allow scholars to enliven their studies through global education, research, scholarship, and interdisciplinary programs. Our real-world academic enrichment opportunities are designed to challenge students and enhance their personal and professional educational experience.

Experiential Learning
Get a head start in your career

The Early Careers in Medicine (ECM) program provides highly qualified undergraduate students at The University of Tulsa with a unique opportunity to pursue an early provisional acceptance into the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine program, leading to an M.D. degree.

Early Careers in Medicine
Make your TU experience as rich and diverse as you like.

UTulsa students have abundant opportunities to get involved with clubs and organizations to develop new skills, meet new friends, and make lifetime memories. From international clubs, music groups, and intramural sports to Greek life, student government, and on-campus leadership, there’s truly something for everyone at UTulsa. Our multi-faceted extracurricular options perfectly complement our multidisciplinary academic approach.

Student Organizations
Be the change you want to see.

UTulsa encourages students to give back to the community and see societal problems through a different lens. In considering issues ranging from low-income to racial biases, students analyze the intricacies of cyclical social issues to gain broader perspectives and insights, which they can share with others and act on in the community.

Civic Engagement at TU
Pursue success with confidence - backed by TU’s job placement guarantee.

UTulsa is committed to our students’ professional success, which is why our Center for Career Development, aka CaneCareers, offers a job placement guarantee program. We promise that students who follow the program will land an entry-level job in their chosen field or continue their education within six months of graduation, or we’ll give them a free semester of grad school.

Job Placement Guarantee

My experience at The University of Tulsa has pushed me out of my comfort zone. It turned me into a leader and has really prepared me for my future as a physician.
Reema Moussa, (BS'23) Pre-med student