Pre-Health Track
Prepare for a future in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or other health professions when you pursue a pre-health plan.
Students interested in pursuing a clinical career will be prepared with the required coursework and academic and real-world experience needed for graduate or professional school in clinical health.
Visit Lehigh's site for Prospective Pre-Health Students for more information or reach out to a College of Health Academic Advisor.
Frequently Asked Questions about a Pre-Health Track
No, pre-med is not a major but a track that guides your coursework and experiences toward admission to medical, dental, or veterinary school.
There’s no single “best” major. Choose a field you enjoy and can excel in. Strong grades, relevant science courses, and meaningful experiences are what matter most.
Absolutely. Many successful applicants major in a variety of majors outside the traditional sciences while completing the required pre-med courses.
Yes. The pre-health advising team helps students choose courses, find shadowing or research opportunities, and prepare for the application process to professional schools.
Medical and professional schools look for well-rounded candidates with experience in clinical settings, community service, research, and leadership—opportunities available at Lehigh.
While specific prerequisites vary by school, most professional health programs expect:
- 2 semesters of Biochemistry with lab
- 3 semesters of Biology with lab
- 2 semesters of General Chemistry with lab
- 2 semesters of Organic Chemistry with lab
- 2 semesters of Physics with lab
- 2 semesters of English or writing-intensive courses
- 1 semester of Calculus or Statistics
- Social science coursework (such as psychology or sociology)
Lehigh advisors will help you plan your schedule to meet these requirements and stay on track for entrance exams and applications.
For even more information, visit Lehigh's Health Professions Advising FAQs.
The College of Health has mapped out the undergraduate program to ensure that students enrolled in the BS in Population Health or BA in Community and Global Health or Health, Medicine and Society can complete both the pre-health requirements and their major requirements within four years.
Students interested in the Biostatistics & Health Data Science major program should consult with their advisor if interested in pre-health to review their potential timeline.
The IBH program does not leave space for pre-health coursework to be completed within a four-year plan.
Students who pursue advanced clinical degrees after graduation will be well-equipped with the education, experience and skills to address specific population health challenges that exist within health care systems. Learn more information about the pre-health requirements.