Preprofessional Health
Preprofessional Health
FSU PC offers the prerequisite coursework required by many medical schools for admission. With courses in Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Psychology, and Public Health, FSU Panama City will prepare you to apply to medical school and we offer many of the other courses required by other pre-professional health programs.
At FSU PC you can work with an academic advisor to learn how medical school pre-requisite courses can complement the curriculum your chosen degree program. Students in our degree programs such as Public Health and Psychology successfully complete their med-school pre-requisites alongside their degree requirements. Our academic advising staff will work closely with you to help you to select the appropriate courses to reach your medical school goals. Contact our admissions team to learn more!
Preprofessional Health Curriculum
Though there is no universal standard for the courses required for medical school admission. Florida State University offers guidelines for typical courses that students should consider.
GENERAL PRE-MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS*
- English: 6 Semester Hours
- General Biology (for Science Majors with lab): 8 Semester Hours
- General Chemistry (with lab): 8 Semester Hours
- Organic Chemistry (with lab): 8 Semester Hours
- General Physics (with lab): 8 Semester Hours
- Mathematics: 6 Semester Hours
* Students should check individual school’s admission and program requirements for these specific courses and prerequisites. Consult the Official Guide to Medical School Admissions (MSAR) for detailed information for each school.
SPECIFIC FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY COURSES
Biology
BSC 2010, 2010L Biological Science I with Lab: 4 Semester Hours
BSC 2011, 2011L Biological Science II with Lab: 4 Semester Hours
Chemistry
CHM 1045, 1045L General Chemistry I with Lab: 4 Semester Hours
CHM 1046, 1046L General Chemistry II with Lab: 4 Semester Hours
CHM 2210 Organic Chemistry I: 3 Semester Hours
CHM 2211 Organic Chemistry II: 3 Semester Hours
CHM 2211L Organic Chemistry II Lab: 3 Semester Hours
1Biochemistry
BCH 4053 General Biochemistry I: 3 Semester Hours
1Required for Florida State University College of Medicine, University of Florida, University of South Florida, and University of Miami
Physics
PHY 2053C College Physics A (Trig. Based): 4 Semester Hours (includes lab)
PHY 2054C College Physics B (Trig. Based): 4 Semester Hours (includes lab)
OR
PHY 2048C General Physics A (Calc. Based): 5 Semester Hours (includes lab)
PHY 2049C General Physics B (Calc. Based): 5 Semester Hours (includes lab)
Mathematics
MAC 1105 College Algebra: 3 Semester Hours
MAC 1140 Precalculus Algebra: 3 Semester Hours
MAC 1114 Analytic Trigonometry: 2 Semester Hours
OR
MAC1147 Precalculus Algebra/Trigonometry: 5 semester Hours
English
ENC 1101 Freshman Composition and Rhetoric: 3 Semester Hours
ENC 2135 Research, Genre, and Context: 3 Semester Hours
Additional information about the pre-requisite coursework for other pre-professional health areas can be found at The College of Medicine Pre-Health Advising page. FSU PC offers courses in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, and Biology that complement many of the other pre-professional health field pre-requisites.
Preprofessional Health Advising
Our academic advising staff will work closely with you to help you to select the appropriate courses to reach your medical school goals. The pre-health coursework offered at FSU Panama City can complement one of our many undergraduate degree programs. Many of our pre-health students earn minors in Mathematics or Chemistry. It is important that you work with your academic advisor to understand your degree requirements and how pre-med/pre-professional health coursework fits into your degree curriculum.
Learn more about Pre-professional Health Pre-requisites – Provides a list of pre-health programs with specific course requirements for each program.
Survival Kit – Step-by-Step guide for applying to med school; includes pre-med course checklist, application classification guide, and steps to apply (ONE CALENDAR YEAR PRIOR TO SCHOOL BEGINNING).
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FAQ
Where can I find the medical school requirements?
Requirements for FSU College of Medicine may be found here.
There are general medical school requirements, but each individual medical school determines what their specific requirements are for admission. Find the details in our Premedical Manual online and talk with a pre-health advisor about starting the process and getting on your path to med school.
To schedule an appointment or to ask a question, email medadmissions@med.fsu.edu.
May I talk to someone about the medical school application?
Yes. This is an important process that takes a lot of proactive planning and effort on the student’s part. To schedule an appointment or to ask a question, email medadmissions@med.fsu.edu.
Can I talk to someone about the PA program?
The FSU College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program contact information may be found here.
What is the best major for med school?
Any major is acceptable for medical school as long as you satisfy the prerequisite courses. Your major is a chance for you to explore and engage in your interests. Science majors are a typical choice because they include many of the prerequisite courses as requirements for the major. However, you can complete the program prerequisites with any major.
How do I schedule an appointment with a pre-health advisor?
Schedule an appointment or ask a question at advising@pc.fsu.edu or call (850) 770-2288. Your academic advisor at FSU Panama City will help you to understand how pre-health courses can fit into your academic degree plan.
Can I talk to an advisor about my classes so that I make sure I get the right ones?
Yes! You should meet with your major advisor to make sure you’re on track for your degree AND to discuss the path to graduate and/or professional school.
Could I take a class in the community college in summer when I’m back home?
Most professional schools prefer science courses be taken from a four-year college or university. Discuss your choices with your academic advisor as circumstances are different for each student.
Does medical school take pass or fail classes credits?
Medical school prerequisites must typically be taken for a letter grade.
I have already graduated from FSU Panama City. Can I still see the academic advisor?
Of course! To schedule an appointment or to ask a question, email advising@pc.fsu.edu or call (850) 770-2288.
Can my AP science credits be accepted for medical school?
We recommend you reach out to medadmissions@med.fsu.edu for questions regarding transfer credits.
Can I complete all prerequisites for my desired professional health school at FSU Panama City?
The pre-requisite coursework varies by school. It is a good idea to meet with an admissions professional from the school to which you are applying to best understand the requirements for that particular institution. FSU Panama City offers a complement of courses that are usually adequate for medical school admissions, but many other pre-professional career tracks require additional coursework offered only at FSU Tallahassee or Gulf Coast State College. FSU Panama City is adding additional pre-health courses every year. Meet with your admissions professional to understand which courses may be offered during the terms that you are interested in attending.