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Pre-Professional Degrees

Students enrolled in Walsh University's Pre-Professional Programs learn from highly trained, experienced faculty who are great teachers, caring mentors and experienced researchers. It's no wonder that nearly 100% of students in Walsh's Pre-Professional Programs attend the post-graduate schools of their choice. Our alumni are some of the most respected professionals in their fields, having earned M.D., D.O., Ph.D. and Pharm.D. degrees, among others. They contribute as teachers, researchers, health care directors, physicians, pharmacists, college faculty, business entrepreneurs and in many other ways.

Why Walsh?

Choice of Two Scientific Majors. Students in these programs major in either Biology or Chemistry. Most choose Biology as their major and minor in Chemistry. Those with a strong math background may choose to major in Chemistry with a minor in Biology. Choosing to major and minor in these sciences strengthens our students' application portfolios. Advisors work with them to recommend the concentration that suits them best. 

Strong Internship Programs. Students have ample opportunities to gain real-world experience including: Summer research projects at Walsh University or other organizations; Shadowing opportunities with local physicians; Summer internships at local offices and clinics.

Alumni Support. Walsh graduates who are physicians act as a support network for our students, answering questions and offering insight into the day-to-day functions of a practicing physician.

Available Pre-Professional Programs

  • On-Campus Graduate Program. Walsh is home to a first-class graduate program where students have the opportunity to pursue a master's in Occupational Therapy.
  • Program Flexibility. This pre-professional degree offers a strong scientific background, providing flexibility if a student decides to change tracks mid-course and choose Pre-Medicine or Pre-Pharmacy. It also offers a solid foundation for graduate studies in any science field.

  • On-Campus Graduate Program. Walsh is home to a first-class graduate program where students have the opportunity to pursue a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
  • Program Flexibility. This pre-professional degree offers a strong scientific background, providing flexibility if a student decides to change tracks mid-course and choose Pre-Medicine or Pre-Pharmacy. It also offers a solid foundation for graduate studies in any science field.

An incoming freshman can receive early assurance into the DPT program, if the student meets the following criteria.

  • Preparation for the MCAT and Beyond. Students take the standardized test for entry into medical school at the end of their junior year. Their courses and lab work prepare them for this exam, as well as the rigors of medical school training.
  • Thriving Alumni. Walsh graduates are successfully practicing medicine all over Ohio and across the United States. They completed their M.D. or D.O. programs at medical schools such as The Ohio State University, Penn State and Ohio University.

Medical schools look for diverse individuals who also have strong academic records. Students should maintain a minimum 3.3 to 3.5 GPA and be involved in volunteer service, internships and leadership roles on campus.

  • Setting Groundwork for the DAT. Students take the DAT, a standardized test for entry into dental school, at the end of their junior year. Their courses and lab work prepare them for this exam, as well as the rigors of dental school training.
  • Successful Alumni. Walsh graduates are practicing dentistry throughout Ohio and across the country. Many completed the DDS program at The Ohio State University or Case Western Reserve University.

Like medical schools, dental schools also look for individuals who are diverse and academically strong. Students in this program should maintain a minimum 3.3 to 3.5 GPA and be involved in volunteer service, internships and leadership roles on campus.

  • 100% Post-Graduate Acceptance Rate. In the last 10 years, all of Walsh's Pre-Pharmacy students have been accepted into the pharmacy school of their choice.
  • Preparation for the PSAT. Students complete a rigorous curriculum that makes them ready to take the PSAT exam at the end of their junior year.
  • Real-World Opportunities. The pre-professional degree includes opportunities for job shadowing and volunteer work, which will strengthen students' portfolios. Our student advisors help students find and complete internships. For example, staff member Dr. Nisreen Nusair is a registered pharmacist who provides our students with advice and support.
  • Strong Partnerships. We have working relationships with the Northeastern Ohio Universities Colleges of Medicine and Pharmacy's School of Pharmacy, The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy and other distinguished organizations in Ohio.

  • Rooted in Biology. Most Walsh University Pre-Veterinary students complete the Biology major. 
  • High Success Rate. Our students are highly successful in moving on to graduate study. In fact, most of our Pre-Veterinary graduates have attended The Ohio State University's College of Veterinary Medicine.
  • Hands-on Learning. Students have many opportunities to shadow veterinary professionals and work as interns at local clinics like the North Canton Veterinary Hospital.

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