Pre-Health (Non-Degree)

Pre-Health (Non-Degree)

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Pre-health is an advising category for students planning to enter a professional health program. Explore areas of health care and chart your path with individualized support from an advisor.

Pre-health areas are not majors and do not grant degrees. Students may choose any major at Nebraska while also pursuing one of 19 pre-health areas. Your major can strengthen your preparation for health professions or open career options beyond the field.

The Nebraska Difference

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Connect to a Career

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Program Features

World-Class Faculty

Nebraska’s pre-health faculty combine teaching and mentorship with hands-on research. Through programs such as UCARE, students work alongside faculty on research in areas such as virology, neuroscience and molecular biology—building a strong foundation for medical, dental and professional school applications.

Build a Competitive Edge for Professional Health School Admission

At Nebraska, you’ll work with Explore Center advisors throughout your undergraduate experience to build a strong, well-rounded application. Students receive ongoing guidance through workshops, including MCAT preparation and personal statement development, as well as networking opportunities with visiting professional school representatives.

Launch Your Healthcare Journey with Purpose and Experience

Discover your path in healthcare at Nebraska. In CASC 150: Introduction to Health Professions, students begin planning early. Gain experience through roles such as CNA, scribe, dental assistant or physical therapy technician, along with internships and job shadowing.

Explore Pre-Health Programs

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Notable Courses

General Chemistry I (CHEM 109A/109L)

Introduction to chemical reactions, the mole concept, states of matter, atomic structure, periodic properties, chemical bonding and molecular structure.

Fundamentals of Biology (LIFE 120/120L)

Study life at the cellular level, including cellular structure, chemical processes, metabolism, cell division, gene expression and patterns of inheritance.

Intro to Health Professions (CASC 150)

Explore health careers and hear from a variety of health care professionals.

Human Anatomy (BIOS 214)

Explore human systems in a cadaver lab, gaining hands-on experience that prepares students for professional health programs.

Human Physiology (BIOS 213/L)

Study cellular mechanisms and homeostatic systems through integrated lectures and hands-on labs that connect clinical concepts and data analysis.

Huskers Do Big Things

Work Experience

  • CNA, Medication Aide, EMT or phlebotomy certification
  • Employment as a pharmacy tech, optician, physical therapy tech or occupational therapy assistant
  • Teaching Assistant or Lab Assistant for a science course
  • Entry level positions in hospitals, nursing homes, dental offices or other health care clinics

Careers

  • Shadow a health professional
  • Connect to health-related jobs or internships

Graduate Schools

  • University of Nebraska Medical Center
  • Creighton University School of Medicine
  • University of Iowa College of Medicine
  • University of South Dakota School of Medicine

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Have Questions? We're Here to Help

If you have questions about the Pre-Health (Non-Degree) major or navigating the application process, contact us.

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