Introduction
Health/medical preparatory programs prepare students for admission to a professional program in dentistry, medicine, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, nursing, chiropractic, occupational therapy, optometry, or physical therapy.
Specific programs included in this major:
- Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
- Pre-Chiropractic Studies
- Pre-Dentistry Studies
- Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
- Pre-Nursing Studies
- Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies
- Pre-Optometry Studies
- Pre-Pharmacy Studies
- Pre-Physical Therapy Studies
- Pre-Veterinary Studies
Typical Degrees Offered
Minnesota schools offer several different award levels for this major. The number of 2016-2017 graduates in the chart below were awarded the following degrees:
*This award level also includes post-bachelor's certificates.
**This award level also includes post-master's certificates.
Related Majors
College Preparation
In Minnesota, your school may have developed a Program of Study in this career area. A Program of Study is an academic and career plan developed by your high school to help move you towards a career and college path. A Program of Study can help you:
- Select high school classes that prepare you for college and getting a job
- Understand how the classes you're taking in high school lead to a career
- Identify extra-curricular activities that are related to your career interest
- See what classes at your school offer early college credit that will save you time and money towards your college expenses
- Graduate from high school prepared for your next step toward the career you choose
Learn more about Programs of Study at your high school.