Pre-Medical Science, B.S.
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The pre-medical science major provides you with an understanding of select areas of biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, most specifically related to career preparation in some medical fields, including Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy.
The major is designed to guide you through the optimal coursework required for the majority of medical schools. However, it is not necessary to choose the major to be eligible for medical school. In fact, most medical school students are initially graduates with majors in biology or chemistry. The pre-medical science major also meets the undergraduate course requirements of most dental, veterinarian and other health profession schools.
Please note that the pre-medical science major is not the same as the medical studies major.
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Learning Inside & Outside the Classroom
In addition to extensive laboratory experience through all of the biology courses, there are many opportunities for pre-medical science students to learn and develop skills inside and outside of the classroom.
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Research & Scholarship
As a major, you are required to complete an independent research project — performing all aspects of scientific discovery from data collection and observation to experimentation and evaluation — and present your findings to faculty and peers.
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Student Activities & Organizations
The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics hosts the Steelman Lecture Series through which renowned scientists and scientific writers are invited to speak to the campus and surrounding community.
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Internships, Careers & Graduate Study
You may choose to participate in an internship available through area hospitals, laboratories, physician and dental offices, veterinarian clinics, as well as science centers. Work-study opportunities are also available on campus, through which you can gain valuable experience serving as lab and/or faculty assistant.
Career and graduate school nights are also held annually. These events feature former students and respected professionals in the field who speak with current students, offering information and guidance about various career options.
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My experience as a science major is something that I will cherish forever. The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at LR is amazing and the faculty uphold that standard through and through.
Major Requirements
Ï㽶´«Ã½'s Pre-Medical Science major provides students with a strong interdisciplinary foundation in biology, chemistry, physicsÌý²¹²Ô»å mathematics-disciplines essential for success in the health professions. This Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree is specifically designed to fulfill the prerequisite coursework required by most medical, dentalÌý²¹²Ô»å physician assistant programs, as well as other graduate-level health professional schools. The curriculum emphasizes scientific knowledge, critical thinkingÌý²¹²Ô»å analytical skills while preparing students for the academic rigor of professional school entrance exams such as the MCAT or GRE. Graduates of the program are well-prepared for continued study in: Medicine (M.D. or D.O.), Dentistry, Physician Assistant Studies, Optometry, PharmacyÌýor Veterinary Medicine, Biomedical Research and Health Sciences. With a focus on academic excellence and preparation for advanced study, the Pre-Medical Science major equips students to take the next step toward a career in healthcare and medical science.
Honors
Students majoring in Pre Medical Science judged qualified by the faculty may, upon invitation, pursue honors work in Biology. To graduate "With Honors in Biology," students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a minimum major GPA of 3.2. They must complete BIO 390Ìý²¹²Ô»å BIO 391Ìýin the junior year and BIO 498Ìý²¹²Ô»å BIO 499Ìýin the senior year with a minimum grade of "B" in each course. In addition, they must present the research at a seminar before the Biology faculty. BIO 390, BIO 391, BIO 498Ìý²¹²Ô»å BIO 499Ìýmay count for BIO 400Ìý²¹²Ô»å 4hrs of general elective for the B.S. degree.
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General Education Requirements (37 hours)
ÌýGraduation Requirements (4 hours)
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Technical Requirements (3-4 Hours)
- Additional MAT elective beyond course taken for general education requirement (excluding MAT 105) Hours: 3-4
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Major Requirements (63 Hours)
- BIO 121Ìý-ÌýPrinciples of Biology I
- BIO 122Ìý-ÌýPrinciples of Biology II
- BIO 200Ìý-ÌýBiology Seminar
- BIO 240Ìý-ÌýCell Biology
- BIO 245Ìý-ÌýPlant Anatomy and Physiology
- BIO 305Ìý-ÌýGenetics
- BIO 310Ìý-ÌýGeneral Ecology
- BIO 400Ìý-ÌýResearch Problems
- CHE 103Ìý-ÌýGeneral Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis I
- CHE 103LÌý-ÌýGeneral Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis Laboratory I
- CHE 104Ìý-ÌýGeneral Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis II
- CHE 104LÌý-ÌýGeneral Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis Laboratory II
- CHE 201Ìý-ÌýOrganic Chemistry
- CHE 201LÌý-ÌýOrganic Chemistry Laboratory
- CHE 202Ìý-ÌýOrganic Chemistry
- CHE 202LÌý-ÌýOrganic Chemistry Laboratory
- PSY 100Ìý-ÌýIntroduction to Psychology
- BIO elective course (excluding BIO 110, BIO 220, BIO 281, BIO 282, BIO 471-BIO 473) Hours: 3
- BIO or CHE elective course Hours: 4
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Choose one PHY sequence
- PHY 121Ìý-ÌýGeneral Physics I
- PHY 122Ìý-ÌýGeneral Physics II
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- PHY 211Ìý-ÌýAnalytical Physics I
- PHY 212Ìý-ÌýAnalytical Physics II
- Other Requirements
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General Elective
General Electives (12-13 hours) as needed to reach 120 hours overall.
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Total Credit Hours - Minimum 120 hours
On occasion, technical and/or program requirements may also meet specific General EducationÌýrequirements. Please confer with your program advisor to determine which courses, if any, may be counted accordingly.
All bachelor's degree programs at Lenoir-Rhyne require at least 120 credit hours. If, in combination, General Education, technical, and program requirements do not generate at least 120Ìýhours, additional credits must be completed to achieve 120Ìýhours. These classes may be general electives, or a student may complete a minor or additional major.
Admission & Financial Aid
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