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About
Fall Open House
Join us for our last Fall Open Houses and experience our beautiful, riverfront campus firsthand. Learn more about Marist’s academic experience, the admissions process, and get an inside look at life as a Red Fox! You'll have the opportunity to hear directly from students, faculty, and staff about what makes the Marist Community so special. Register Below:
About
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Academics
Fall Open House
Join us for our last Fall Open Houses and experience our beautiful, riverfront campus firsthand. Learn more about Marist’s academic experience, the admissions process, and get an inside look at life as a Red Fox! You'll have the opportunity to hear directly from students, faculty, and staff about what makes the Marist Community so special. Register Below:
Academics
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Admission & Financial Aid
Fall Open House
Join us for our last Fall Open Houses and experience our beautiful, riverfront campus firsthand. Learn more about Marist’s academic experience, the admissions process, and get an inside look at life as a Red Fox! You'll have the opportunity to hear directly from students, faculty, and staff about what makes the Marist Community so special. Register Below:
Admission & Financial Aid
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Student Life
Fall Open House
Join us for our last Fall Open Houses and experience our beautiful, riverfront campus firsthand. Learn more about Marist’s academic experience, the admissions process, and get an inside look at life as a Red Fox! You'll have the opportunity to hear directly from students, faculty, and staff about what makes the Marist Community so special. Register Below:
Student Life
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A Specialized Pre-Health Program For Your Goals
If you’re interested in in Pre-Med, Pre-Dental, Pre-PA, Pre-Veterinary, or any other Pre-Health profession, this program is designed for you. In Marist’s Pre-Health program, you’ll develop the skills and experience you need to be successful in medicine.
Welcome to Marist's Pre-Health Program
At Marist's Pre-Health Program, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Explore your interest in health-related careers
- Connect with students and alumni with similar career interests
- Engage in workshops and seminars on topics related to health care and graduate school preparation
- Receive personalized 1:1 and group advising
- Prepare to be a competitive applicant to medical, dental, veterinary, physician assistant, physical therapy, and other health-related graduate/professional programs
Our alumni have gone on to have thriving and rewarding careers in health care and I’m looking forward to working with you as you chart your path forward.
Jessica Welsh, Pre-Health Program Coordinator | Donnelly 276
Choose Your Pre-Health Path
Our students can choose to focus in one of six areas of study listed below, or, students can pursue careers such as Chiropractors, Pharmacists, Genetic Counselors, Podiatrists, Nurses, Optometrists, and many more.
Athletic Training
Marist has a CAATE accredited Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program. There is a standalone two-year MSAT program and an accelerated, combined five-year dual degree where students earn both the BS in biology and the MSAT.
Pre-Physical Therapy
Marist has a CAPTE accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. It is a three-year post-baccalaureate program. There are multiple pathways for admission into the Marist DPT program for highly qualified Marist undergraduate students.
Pre-PA
In addition to the required coursework, you can become EMT certified for obtaining direct patient experience and will have access to special advising and workshops in preparation for applying to PA schools. Marist offers an accredited MS in Physician Assistant Studies degree program. There are direct pathways for admission into the Marist PA program for highly qualified Marist undergraduate students.
Pre-Medical
Marist provides specialized advising and programming for pre-med students, along with the coursework that is tested on the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) and required by medical schools.
Pre-Dental
Our rigorous curriculum provides a strong scientific background for the Dental Admissions Test and dental school, and local dentists provide crucial internship experience.
Pre-Veterinary
Our pre-vet students received specialized advising in coursework and veterinary school preparation, as well as essential internship experience with local veterinary hospitals and clinics.
Your Pathway to a Career in Healthcare
Marist expanded its admissions pathways to meet the growing demand for careers in the healthcare industry. Our competitive and comprehensive programs offer specialized entry pathways to support our undergraduate interests and healthcare-related goals.
Limitless Post-Graduate Opportunities
By combining your rigorous coursework, clinical experience, and real-world learning with Marist’s extensive connections in the medical professions, Marist alumni have been accepted into some of the most prestigious health programs in the country. Below are only a few examples of the colleges the Marist’s Pre-Health alumni have been admitted to:
The Value of a Marist Education
Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its students through unique and personalized combinations of coursework and experience in and out of the classroom. These experiences provide valuable personal growth and occupational expertise to reflect students' individual passions.
Employed or attending grad school 6 months after graduation
Of Marist Graduates Participated in one or more internships
Graduation rate, higher than the average for public and private colleges
Marist study abroad is the national leader for academic year programs, per Open Doors Report.
Top 10 Regional Universities-North
