Christopher Newport University

The mission of the Undergraduate and Graduate Research Council is to promote a learning community in which faculty and students in various disciplines come together to share in research and scholarship activities. We are committed to continuing student-faculty interaction and learning beyond the classroom, and we believe that students actively collaborating with faculty in the quest for new knowledge represents the most powerful teaching our university can offer. Read More

So, you want to be a doctor? Dentist? Physician assistant? Physical or occupational therapist? Pharmacist? Veterinarian? Optometrist? Podiatrist? Public health worker? Other health practitioner?

Medical schools and other health profession programs seek applicants with a well-rounded undergraduate education like that offered by Christopher Newport University's liberal learning curriculum.

What should I do now?

Step 1: Register as a pre-health student (pre-health students will also have access to the Pre-Health or Pre-Med Scholar Blackboard "Course" that provides more information about applying to medical schools, internships, visiting docs, etc.)
Step 2: Meet with the Director of Pre-health Programs (DPP)
Step 3: Click the links above for more details

What should I major in?

Like most colleges and universities, CNU does not offer a "pre-med" or "pre-health" major; however, our pre-health program can help students from any academic major prepare for application to medical and other health profession programs. Work with your core advisor to determine the academic major that will be best for you.

Pre-Health Program

So, you want to be a doctor? Dentist? Physician assistant? Physical or occupational therapist? Pharmacist? Veterinarian? Optometrist? Podiatrist? Public health worker? Other health practitioner?

Designate your CNU Donation to the Pre-health Program - account# 35 120 3112