Vision (Why): We develop well-rounded pre-health students.
Mission (What): We engage pre-health students through accessible pipeline initiatives, comprehensive pre-health resources, coaching, and programming, resulting in preparedness for admission to competitive medical and allied health advanced degree programs.
Values (How): Pre-Health Programs align with the mission put forth by UNCW to create transformative experiences, engage locally and globally, and support students & alumni in becoming professional leaders. In this context we value:
There are no specific pre-health majors (i.e. pre-med, pre-dent, pre-vet, etc.) at UNC Wilmington. Additionally, pre-health students are not required to major in science. While many students choose to pursue majors in the natural and allied health sciences, they do so because of their interest in those fields. Students can major any of our majors and still satisfy the prerequisite courses necessary for admission into medical or allied health graduate programs.
Designated pre-health advisors and coaches can connect you with resources and aid in your development as a competitive applicant. This support can include information or referrals related to the following:
Students Advised Within University College (UC)
Students who are advised within UC should schedule an appointment with their UC Academic Advisor in Starfish: https://uncw.edu/starfish/
*If you have not formally declared your major, please work with your primary advisor in UC and discuss your pre-health intentions during your meeting with them.
Students with a Declared Pre-Major/Major (advised outside of UC) & UNCW Alumni
UNCW students and alumni who are advised outside of UC are encouraged to submit a Pre-Health Coaching request.
Please Note:
submit your Pre-Health Coaching Request here »
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Students are also encouraged to bookmark the Pre-Health Student Preparation Resource.