Worcester,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Chemistry - Pre-Medicine in Worcester United States | Worcester State University
Worcester State University
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Worcester United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
17,866
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
This specialized track is designed for chemistry students aiming to pursue medical, dental, or veterinary education after their bachelor's degree. The program ensures optimal academic preparation and guidance for students transitioning to professional graduate programs. The Pre-Medical Concentration incorporates courses beyond the standard Chemistry Major requirements, including essential prerequisites for professional schools along with highly recommended supplementary classes.
Students take a one-credit seminar in their sophomore or junior year to learn about admission requirements for medical, dental, and veterinary programs. This seminar assists in creating individualized plans to meet these requirements, maximizing chances for successful graduate program admission.
This focus area caters to Chemistry majors pursuing careers in medicine, dentistry, or veterinary medicine post-graduation. The program guarantees students receive top-tier academic preparation and advising for their professional school applications. Required courses extend beyond the Chemistry major curriculum, encompassing mandatory prerequisites for these professional programs plus valuable supplemental coursework. The curriculum features a sophomore/junior-year seminar that acquaints students with professional school admission criteria, helping them craft personalized strategies to enhance their graduate school prospects. While not mandatory, a first-year seminar specifically for pre-med students is available as part of this concentration.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Official high school transcript or national exam scores
Notarized translation is needed if your transcripts/documents are not in English
Official evaluation of high school transcript by a professional evaluation service
TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson PTE, DAAD, EIKEN, Duolingo, or iTEP Score Report if education was in a language other than English
SAT or ACT Score Report (Worcester State SAT Code: 3524 or Worcester State ACT Code: 1914)
Original bank letter or statement verifying sponsor's financial information
Adequate test of English language proficiency: This is required for all applicants whose native language is not English. It can be accomplished by submitting results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (iBt 79) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (minimum required score: 6.5).
Additional accepted English proficiency exams: Duolingo Test (minimum required score: 100), Pearson PTE (minimum required score: 50), DAAD (minimum required score: B2), EIKEN (minimum required score: Pre-1), and iTEP (minimum required score: 3.5).
Applicants who have received an Associate's degree from a regionally accredited United States college or university are not required to submit an English proficiency exam.
Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average: Worcester State requires a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA from the last institution you attended.
Notarized translation is needed if your transcripts/documents are not in English
Official evaluation of high school transcript by a professional evaluation service
TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson PTE, DAAD, EIKEN, Duolingo, or iTEP Score Report if education was in a language other than English
SAT or ACT Score Report (Worcester State SAT Code: 3524 or Worcester State ACT Code: 1914)
Original bank letter or statement verifying sponsor's financial information
Adequate test of English language proficiency: This is required for all applicants whose native language is not English. It can be accomplished by submitting results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (iBt 79) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (minimum required score: 6.5).
Additional accepted English proficiency exams: Duolingo Test (minimum required score: 100), Pearson PTE (minimum required score: 50), DAAD (minimum required score: B2), EIKEN (minimum required score: Pre-1), and iTEP (minimum required score: 3.5).
Applicants who have received an Associate's degree from a regionally accredited United States college or university are not required to submit an English proficiency exam.
Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average: Worcester State requires a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA from the last institution you attended.
Tuition
USD
17,866