Is there anywhere I can find the medical school requirements? What are med school pre-reqs?
- The requirements for FSU College of Medicine are on the web.
- 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 advising@pc.fsu.edu or call (850) 770-2288
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 advising@pc.fsu.edu or call (850) 770-2288. We recommend meeting with your academic advisor at least once each semester.
Can I talk to someone about the PA program?
- The FSU College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program coordinator can help. And you can go online for more information about their program: FSU Physician Assistant Program
- Our academic advisors can help, too. To schedule an appointment or to ask a question, email advising@pc.fsu.edu or call (850) 770-2288.
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.
- To schedule an appointment or to ask a question, email advising@pc.fsu.edu or call (850) 770-2288.
How do I schedule an appointment with a pre-health advisor?
It’s easy! To schedule an appointment or to ask a question, email advising@pc.fsu.edu or call (850) 770-2288.
Can I talk to the advisor about my classes so that I make sure I get the right ones?
Yes! You need to 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?
A general liberal studies course is OK but most professional schools prefer science courses be taken from a four-year college or university. Discuss your choices with your academic advisor because circumstances are different for each student.
Does medical school take pass or fail class’s credits?
We do not advise students to elect to take any courses pass/fail. Medical school prerequisites must 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?
Usually not.
Can I complete all prerequisites for my desired professional health school at FSU Panama City?
It depends on what is required by each institution you plan on applying to and what type of credits you may already have earned before you come to FSU Panama City. You may need to change your campus to Tallahassee at some point in the future.