Explore

Explore

What should I major in?
To choose a pre-health major, prioritize completing necessary prerequisite courses like biology, chemistry, and physics while selecting a major you are genuinely passionate about. All professional health programs value well- rounded students with high GPAs and strong performance on entrance exams, and some require substantial direct-patient experiences.

Which health profession is right for me?
To choose a health career, evaluate your interests and skills, and consider what kind of work environment, patient interaction, and work-life balance you prefer. Ask yourself if you want direct patient care or a behind-the-scenes role, if you're detail-oriented or a problem-solver, and what level of education you're prepared for. Explore different options through shadowing, informational interviews, or by joining professional organizations to gain clarity.

Here are a few resources to help you explore different health professions:
explorehealthcareers.org
careersinmedicine.aamc.org

Clarify your goals by getting real-world experience. Focus on opportunities that genuinely interest you and put you in direct contact with healthcare professionals and their work environments. Some great starting points include: physician shadowing at the Adrian College campus Promedica health clinic and joining Adrian College’s Pre-Health Professions Society.