Pathways to medical school and other health professions

University of Waterloo

Canada, Waterloo

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University of Waterloo

Canada , Waterloo

Key Facts

Program Level

Foundation

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 4 year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Pathways to medical school and other health professions

About

Considering a career in a health profession such as medicine, optometry, or pharmacy? Waterloo is a great place to start your journey.

You’ll learn from top professors while working towards a career in health at a university that's world-renowned for research and hands-on education.

Many health professions require at least two years of undergraduate studies (which is the first level of university from high school). You can then apply to programs such as medicine, optometry, pharmacy, and dentistry.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

2. Review admission requirements

Once you determine the professional programs you're interested in, research their admission requirements. What courses do you need to take? Are there interviews? Tests? Here are a few resources to get you started.