PreMed/PreDent
Biology or Chemistry Emphasis
The purpose of the Premed/Predent major is to prepare you for success in medical or dental school. Each physician and dentist must be a thoroughly trained technician who is genuinely concerned about helping others. Our premed curriculum is designed to provide the necessary academic preparation, and also encourage spiritual and emotional growth. The performance of our premed students on the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) and Dental Admission Test (DAT) indicates that our premed program provides a high-quality education and is well balanced.
Curriculum Highlights
- Freshman
- General Biology I & II
- Sophomore
- General Chemistry I & II
- Junior
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Introd. Physics or General Physics I & II
- Senior
- Biochemistry I & II
For further details see complete major information:
PreMed/PreDent Personal Opportunity Profile
You may also contact Admissions (1.800.BJ.AND.ME) to receive a printed copy of this information.
Key Courses
General Biology I & II In these classes, you will study the structure and function of cells. During lab sessions, you will learn detailed information about the organelles of cells and use various equipment to demonstrate processes in living cells. The great differences between atheistic evolution and Biblical creation will also be explained.
Chemistry classes will introduce you to periodic relationships and types of bonding. You will also study organic compounds that comprise living organisms. The chemistry lab sessions will give you ample opportunity to develop proper lab techniques.
Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II In these classes, you will study the organization of the human body, including tissues, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems; sense organs; endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, and digestive systems; nutrition and metabolism; fluid and acid-base balance; urinary and reproductive systems; and development of the embryo and fetus.
Career Opportunities
Our graduates have been accepted by medical schools in about 30 different states, including both medical schools in South Carolina. The acceptance rate of our graduates to medical school is above the national average. Our premed students have performed well in all three areas (high undergraduate grade point average, good MCAT score, and admissions interview) that determine medical school admission because of the high-quality education received here at Bob Jones University.