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.