Academic Requirements
Applicants are encouraged to complete courses in social and/or cultural fields to acquire a broad academic background. Non-science applicants are given equal consideration.
Required Coursework
| General Biology (with lab) |
|
2 semesters |
| General Chemistry (with lab) |
|
2 semesters |
| General Physics (lab) |
|
2 semesters |
| Organic Chemistry (with lab) |
|
2 semesters |
| Biochemistry |
|
1 semester |
| English |
|
2 semesters |
| College level intensive writing courses may be substituted for English |
Recommended Coursework
| Calculus |
|
1 semester |
| Genetics |
|
1 semester |
| Statistics |
|
1 semester |
| Anatomy |
|
1 semester |
| Physiology |
|
1 semester |
| Sociology and/or Psychology |
|
1 semester |
Specific requirements may be waived or imposed at the discretion of the Admissions Committee on an individual basis. All applicants are also encouraged to complete courses in social or cultural fields and generally broaden their academic backgrounds. Non-science applicants are given equal consideration if they have demonstrated academic excellence.
