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You are not limited to the majors listed below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Natural science majors such as Biology, Human Biology and Chemistry are great options that include pre-professional tracks. There are also other great choices that you may not be as familiar with, including UM-Flint\u2019s bachelor\u2019s in Health Sciences, which takes a human dimensions approach to health with a public health focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Pre-Professional Health Care Pathways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/explore\/#pre-chiropractic\">Pre-Chiropractic<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/explore\/#pre-dental\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/explore\/#pre-dental\">Pre-Dental<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/explore\/#pre-medical\">Pre-Medical<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/explore\/#pre-occupational-therapy\">Pre-Occupational Therapy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/explore\/#pre-optometry\">Pre-Optometry<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/explore\/#pre-pharmacy\">Pre-Pharmacy<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/explore\/#pre-physical-therapy\">Pre-Physical Therapy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/explore\/#pre-physician-assistant\">Pre-Physician Assistant<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/explore\/#pre-veterinary\">Pre-Veterinary<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"pre-chiropractic\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Pre-Chiropractic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_1-1024x681.png\" alt=\"A person in a lab coat holds a model of a spine, pointing at it with a green pencil in a well-lit room.\" class=\"wp-image-240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_1-1024x681.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_1-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_1.png 1350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following UM-Flint majors have a pre-chiropractic track built in:&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biochemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\">Biochemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biology\/\" target=\"_blank\">Biology<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chemistry<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/green-chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\">\/Green Chemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/health-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\">Health Sciences<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/human-biology\/\" target=\"_blank\">Human Biology<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/molecular-biology-biotechnology\/\" target=\"_blank\">Molecular Biology\/Biotechnology<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chiropractic doctors diagnose and treat patients whose health problems are associated with the body\u2019s muscular, nervous and skeletal systems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most chiropractic schools require a strong background in lab science courses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more about the prerequisites for chiropractic programs from the&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chirocolleges.org\/students\/study-chiropractic\/\" target=\"_blank\">Association of Chiropractic Colleges<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/chiropractors.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chiropractic career and job outlook<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"pre-dental\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Pre-Dental<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_2-1024x683.png\" alt=\"A person in a dental office shows a patient an image on a tablet while they are seated in a dental chair.\" class=\"wp-image-243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_2-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_2-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_2-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_2.png 1350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following UM-Flint majors have a pre-dental track built in:&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biochemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\">Biochemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biology\/\" target=\"_blank\">Biology<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chemistry<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/green-chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\">\/Green Chemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/health-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Health Sciences<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/human-biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Human Biology<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/molecular-biology-biotechnology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Molecular Biology\/Biotechnology<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dentists diagnose and treat problems with patients\u2019 teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most dental programs are four years long. Admissions requirements vary by school but most dental schools require a bachelor\u2019s degree and a strong background in lab science courses.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wp-block-flintblock-program-link\">\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&#038;poid=16195\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\trel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button plausible-event-name=Program+Clicked plausible-event-program=Pre-Dental+Study plausible-event-source=program-link\"\n\t\t>Pre-Dental Study Curriculum<span class=\"fb:sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more about the prerequisites for dental programs from the&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.adea.org\/GoDental\/Future_Dentists.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">American Dental Education Association<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/dentists.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dental career and job outlook<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"pre-medical\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Pre-Medical<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_3-1024x683.png\" alt=\"A group of five healthcare professionals in white lab coats, smiling and standing together in a hospital corridor.\" class=\"wp-image-245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_3-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_3-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_3-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_3.png 1350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following UM-Flint majors have a pre-medical track built in:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biochemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Biochemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Biology<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chemistry<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/green-chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\/Green Chemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/health-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Health Sciences<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/human-biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Human Biology<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/molecular-biology-biotechnology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Molecular Biology\/Biotechnology<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doctors and surgeons diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses and address health maintenance. There are two types of physicians with similar degrees: Medical Doctor and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wp-block-flintblock-program-link\">\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&#038;poid=16197\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\trel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button plausible-event-name=Program+Clicked plausible-event-program=Pre-Medicine+Study plausible-event-source=program-link\"\n\t\t>Pre-Medicine Study Curriculum<span class=\"fb:sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After completing a bachelor\u2019s degree, prospective doctors attend four years of medical school and complete a residency before becoming fully licensed to practice medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no single factor that will determine whether you will be accepted into medical school. Most medical schools will consider your GPA but also MCAT score, research experience, clinical or volunteer experience and extracurricular activities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more about the prerequisites for medical schools from the&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Association of American Medical Colleges<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more\u00a0about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/physicians-and-surgeons.htm\">physicians and surgeons career and job outlook<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Similar careers to consider are a physician assistant and a nurse practitioner.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"pre-occupational-therapy\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Pre-Occupational Therapy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_4-1024x683.png\" alt=\"A person using a walker receives assistance from another person while reaching for a coffee maker in a kitchen.\" class=\"wp-image-247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_4-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_4-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_4-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_4.png 1350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Occupational therapists help patients with an injury or disability perform daily activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Occupational therapy requires a master\u2019s degree or a doctorate. UM-Flint offers a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/occupational-therapy-otd\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Doctorate in Occupational Therapy<\/a>&nbsp;that provides more opportunities in leadership, teaching and research than a master\u2019s program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UM-Flint\u2019s OTD program requires a bachelor\u2019s degree and has&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/occupational-therapy-otd\/#admissions-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prerequisite courses<\/a>&nbsp;but doesn\u2019t require as many science courses as some other health professional programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Almost any major, including majors in the humanities and social sciences, could be used to prepare you for an occupational therapy program. If you choose a major without a pre-OT track, make sure you review the prerequisite courses for the program you are planning to apply to.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following UM-Flint majors have a pre-occupational therapy track built in:&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biochemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\">Biochemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biology\/\" target=\"_blank\">Biology<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chemistry<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/green-chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\">\/Green Chemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/health-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\">Health Sciences<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/human-biology\/\" target=\"_blank\">Human Biology<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/molecular-biology-biotechnology\/\" target=\"_blank\">Molecular Biology\/Biotechnology<\/a>.&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/exercise-science\/\" target=\"_blank\">Exercise Science<\/a>&nbsp;is also a good option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UM-Flint also offers an&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/occupational-therapy-accelerated-pathway\/\" target=\"_blank\">Occupational Therapy Accelerated Pathway<\/a>. Students can complete both a bachelor\u2019s in health sciences and the OTD program in six years instead of the traditional seven, saving one year of time and tuition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/occupational-therapists.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Occupational Therapy career and job outlook<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"pre-optometry\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Pre-Optometry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_5-1024x681.png\" alt=\"A healthcare professional examines a child&apos;s eyes in a medical office, with an eye chart visible in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_5-1024x681.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_5-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_5-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_5.png 1350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following UM-Flint majors have a pre-optometry therapy track built in:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Biology<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/health-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Health Sciences<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/human-biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Human Biology<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/molecular-biology-biotechnology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Molecular Biology\/Biotechnology<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Optometrists diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most doctor of optometry programs are four years long. Admissions requirements vary by school but most require a bachelor\u2019s degree and a strong background in lab science courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/optometrists.htm#tab-4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Optometry career and job outlook<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"pre-pharmacy\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Pre-Pharmacy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_6-1024x681.png\" alt=\"A person in a lab coat smiles while discussing medication with another person in a pharmacy aisle.\" class=\"wp-image-251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_6-1024x681.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_6-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_6-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_6.png 1350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following UM-Flint majors have a pre-pharmacy track built in:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biochemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Biochemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Biology<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chemistry<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/green-chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\/Green Chemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/health-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Health Sciences<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/human-biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Human Biology<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/molecular-biology-biotechnology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Molecular Biology\/Biotechnology<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pharmacists dispense prescription medications and provide information to patients.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Admissions for doctor of pharmacy programs vary by school but most require a bachelor\u2019s degree and strong background in lab science courses.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wp-block-flintblock-program-link\">\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&#038;poid=16164\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\trel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button plausible-event-name=Program+Clicked plausible-event-program=Pre-Pharmacy+Study plausible-event-source=program-link\"\n\t\t>Pre-Pharmacy Curriculum<span class=\"fb:sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of the UM-Flint undergraduate majors listed above offer a pre-pharmacy track.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/pharmacists.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pharmacy career and job outlook<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"pre-physical-therapy\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Pre-Physical Therapy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_7-1024x681.png\" alt=\"A person uses a harness and straps for support while two others assist them in a rehabilitation setting.\" class=\"wp-image-254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_7-1024x681.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_7-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_7-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_7.png 1350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following UM-Flint majors have a pre-physical therapy track built in:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biochemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Biochemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Biology<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chemistry<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/green-chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\/Green Chemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/health-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Health Sciences<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/human-biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Human Biology<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/molecular-biology-biotechnology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Molecular Biology\/Biotechnology<\/a>.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/exercise-science\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exercise Science<\/a>&nbsp;is also a good option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UM-Flint also offers a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/physical-therapy-accelerated-pathway\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Physical Therapy Accelerated Pathway<\/a>. Students can complete both a bachelor\u2019s in health sciences and the DPT program in six years instead of the traditional seven, saving one year of time and tuition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Physical therapists diagnose and treat patients with movement disorders. They help patients restore physical mobility, promote wellness, and improve quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Physical therapy requires a doctorate degree. UM-Flint offers a three-year&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/physical-therapy-entry-level-dpt\/\" target=\"_blank\">Doctor of Physical Therapy program<\/a>&nbsp;ranked #1 in Michigan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UM-Flint\u2019s DPT program requires a bachelor\u2019s degree and a strong foundation of science courses.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/physical-therapy-entry-level-dpt\/#admissions-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the list of prerequisites for Pre-Physical Therapy<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/physical-therapists.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;Physical Therapy career and job outlook<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"pre-physician-assistant\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Pre-Physician Assistant<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_8-1024x681.png\" alt=\"Two people are interacting with a medical training mannequin while one holds a tablet, discussing its features in a classroom setting.\" class=\"wp-image-256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_8-1024x681.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_8-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_8-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/degreepathways\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/67\/2026\/07\/Exploring-Degree-Pathways_8.png 1350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following UM-Flint majors have a pre-physician assistant track built in:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biochemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Biochemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Biology<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chemistry<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/green-chemistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\/Green Chemistry<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/health-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Health Sciences<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/human-biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Human Biology<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/molecular-biology-biotechnology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Molecular Biology\/Biotechnology<\/a>.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/exercise-science\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exercise Science<\/a>&nbsp;is also a good option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Physician assistants examine, diagnose, and treat patients under the supervision of a physician and can choose from many different specialties, similar to doctors. Unlike physicians, PAs can easily move between specialties without additional training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Working as a physician assistant requires a master\u2019s degree. UM-Flint offers a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/physician-assistant-ms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Physician Assistant<\/a>\u00a0program that provides one year of clinical experience in different specialties in respected institutions such as Michigan Medicine.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UM-Flint\u2019s PA program requires a bachelor\u2019s degree, a strong foundation in science courses and 500 hours of patient care experience. See the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/physician-assistant-ms\/#admissionrequirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">admissions requirements<\/a>. Graduates of the bachelor\u2019s in&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/health-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Health Sciences<\/a>&nbsp;program who have met the requirements are guaranteed an admissions interview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/physician-assistants.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Physician Assistant career and job outlook<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"pre-veterinary\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Pre-Veterinary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following UM-Flint majors have a pre-veterinary track built in:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Biology<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/molecular-biology-biotechnology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Molecular Biology\/Biotechnology<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/wildlife-biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wildlife Biology<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Veterinarians care for the health of animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Admissions for veterinarian programs vary by school but most require a bachelor\u2019s degree and strong background in lab science courses.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wp-block-flintblock-program-link\">\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&#038;poid=16165\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\trel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button plausible-event-name=Program+Clicked plausible-event-program=Pre-Veterinary+Study plausible-event-source=program-link\"\n\t\t>Pre-Veterinary Curriculum<span class=\"fb:sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/veterinarians.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Veterinary career and job outlook<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Exploring Pre-Health Professions and Choosing a Major Getting Started on a Pre-Health Professions Path If you are interested in a health care field that requires additional education after your bachelor\u2019s degree, you have come to the right place. 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