Industry Growth
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Pre-Professional Pathway
Pre-Medical Program
Through our pre-medical pathway, you'll prepare for medical school with the help of faculty mentors and career advisors.
At a Glance
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Offered as
Pre-Professional
Format
On Campus
College/School
Campus Location
- Chester, PA
Explore the Pre-Medical Program
A pre-medical program is the first step toward a career in medicine. At Widener, this means choosing from more than 10 majors, ranging from biology and chemistry to mathematics and digital media informatics. No matter which path you choose, you'll work in advanced research facilities, partner with faculty mentors, and shadow local medical professionals. As you complete your pathway, you'll gain the foundational skills you need to excel in medical school and beyond.
With support from your health professions advisor, you'll leave Widener ready for a powerful medical education and ultimately, a rewarding career. It all starts here.
Pre-Medical Program Options
As part of your pre-medical pathway, you'll pursue your interest in medicine while also exploring another major. No matter which path you choose, you'll take the required science courses you need to enter medical school.
Options include:
The Widener Medical Scholars Program is designed to attract broadly educated candidates who are interested in entering the practice of medicine in the primary care areas of family practice, general internal medicine, or general pediatrics.
Selected students participate in an immersive, hospital-affiliated, medical school-like experience that involves shadowing physicians at Crozer-Chester Medical Center (CCMC), located a few blocks from Widener University. The CCMC affords you the opportunity to explore the clinical areas of pediatrics, internal medicine, and family medicine in-depth while you are at Widener during the summer.
Following the shadowing rotations, Widener Medical Scholars remain on campus and complete a research project with a Widener faculty member and present their results at the Summer Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities (SURCA) Symposium. The Widener Medical Scholars Program prepares students to be competitive applicants to medical schools in the Philadelphia area and beyond.
Requirements
No more than eight (8) Widener Medical Scholars are admitted each year. The Supplemental Widener Medical Scholars Application includes a 750-word essay that summarizes the experiences, events, and thoughts that have led you to your interest in primary care medicine and to your decision to seek admission to the Widener Medical Scholars Program.
Preference is given to students from backgrounds historically underrepresented in medicine, including members of underrepresented racial and ethnic populations, socioeconomically disadvantaged or first-generation college students, or students from a medically-underserved area. Residents of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, or Maryland with an interest in practicing medicine in an under-resourced area like Chester are also encouraged to apply.
Applicants should have community service and medically related volunteer experience.
Outlook & Outcomes
Why Study Pre-Med at Widener?
Shadow Doctors and Medical Students
With support from your health professions advisor, you'll experience life beyond your pre-medical pathway. Volunteer in nearby hospitals or shadow Widener alumni in medical school. As you build your network, you'll understand what it takes to thrive as a student and professional.
Prepare for Medical School
Experience constant support as you prepare for medical school. Complete mock interviews with your pre-health advisor and a career advisor. Review your application with the health professions advisory committee. Seek advice from a vast network of alumni. Each step of the way, you'll benefit from the guidance of academic experts.
Experience Mentorship & Support From Day One
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Admissions & Aid
Our admissions and financial aid teams are here to support you every step of the way. Have a question? Ask away!
Paths to Savings
Nearly 100% of Undergrad Students Receive Financial Aid
Nearly 100% of new full-time undergraduate students receive significant financial aid offers that reduce out-of-pocket costs and make a Widener education not only affordable, but well worth the investment. In fact, once your total financial aid is calculated, the cost of a Widener education is often equal to if not lower than other competitive universities–but with far superior outcomes for your career and earning potential.
The first step to see how much aid you qualify for is submitting the FAFSA.
Scholarships Start at $100,000 Over 4 Years
(including $20,000 per academic year for transfer students)
Funding you don't have to pay back after graduation? That's a win-win! Scholarships and grants are a way for the university and other organizations to honor the academic, merit, and talent-based achievements of our students.
4+1 Students Save Time & Tuition
In the Accelerated Advantage 4+1 program, you can save up to a year of tuition by pursuing a master's degree—resulting in thousands of dollars in savings. During your fifth year of study, you can also apply for graduate-level scholarships and assistantships to further reduce education costs. To learn more about graduate scholarships and assistantships, please speak with your academic advisor during the spring semester of your senior year.
Undergraduate Admissions Office
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Muller Hall
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- admissions.office@widener.edu
Pre-Health Care Professions Pathway
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Kirkbride Hall, Room 562
- aanagengast@widener.edu
Alexis A. Nagengast
Chair of Biochemistry
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Kirkbride Hall
Room 562C - (610) 499-4020
- aanagengast@widener.edu