Bachelor of Pre-Medicine at University of Missouri - Columbia

University of Missouri - Columbia

United States of America, Columbia

University Rank:#697

The Pre-Medicine at University of Missouri - Columbia is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Columbia , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Pre-Medicine

Though Pre-Medicine is not an official degree program, Mizzou has resources dedicated to helping interested students pursue admission into medical school. These include:

MedOpp Advising. The MedOpp Advising Office provides pre-professional advising for ALL pre-med, pre-dental, pre-optometry, pre-physician assistant, and pre-podiatry students at MU. See https://premed.missouri.edu/prospective/ for more information.
Academic Advisor.

Medical schools accept applicants with a variety of majors which include everything from Music to Engineering; however, most students choose a Mizzou major with degree program requirements that overlap with requirements for medical school such as Biological Sciences, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological Engineering, Nutrition and Exercise Physiology, Psychology, and Health Sciences.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Pre-Medicine at University of Missouri - Columbia

Entry Requirements

High School Coursework

Complete 13 units (one unit = one year in class) of the following core coursework:

Subject	Units
Mathematics	Four units (algebra or higher)
Science	Three units
Social Studies	Three units
Languages	Two units
Fine Arts	One unit

AP/IB Credit

If you took Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate exams for college credit, please visit our College Credits page to learn how those credits transfer to Mizzou.

High School Grades

Your core coursework grades must meet one of the following requirements:

GPA of 2.5 or higher on a U.S. 4.0 scale
GPA of 3.5 or higher on a U.S. 5.0 scale
Average grades of 80 or higher on a 100-point scale
Average grades of 8 or higher on a 10-point scale
IGCSE scores of C or higher in five or more subjects AND three A-level certificates with a C or higher

If your high school does not use one of the scales listed above, your grades will be converted to a U.S. 4.0 scale. Scores are determined by the AACRAO International Education Services.

The difficulty level and grade distribution of your courses are considered when determining your admission status.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Pre-Medicine

You can do nearly anything with a Mizzou degree, but here are some common career paths taken by graduates of this major:

Anesthesiologists
Dermatologists
Family Medicine Physicians
General Internal Medicine Physicians
Neurologists
Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Ophthalmologists
Orthopedic Surgeons
Orthotists and Prosthetists
Pediatric Surgeons
Pediatricians, General
Preventive Medicine Physicians
Psychiatrists
Sports Medicine Physicians

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Pre-Medicine at University of Missouri - Columbia

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Bachelor of Pre-Medicine at University of Missouri - Columbia

We recommend that you apply six to 12 months before the start of the semester in which you wish to enroll at Mizzou.

Pre-Application Checklist

Before starting the application:

Check dates and deadlines so you stay on track with the application process.
Request that your official high school transcript and official transcripts of any college coursework be sent directly to the Office of International Admissions.
Check to see whether your AP, IB or college credits will transfer to Mizzou.
If you are submitting your ACT or SAT scores, request that your official scores be sent to Mizzou directly from the ACT or College Board.
Explore the cost of attending Mizzou as an international student.

Bachelor of Pre-Medicine at University of Missouri - Columbia

University of Missouri - Columbia

United States of America, Columbia