Podiatry is a branch of the medical sciences devoted to the study of human movement, with the medical care of the foot and ankle as its primary focus.
Today's podiatrists specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of foot disorders, diseases and injuries.
The pre-podiatry student will follow the "traditional" pre-med student's requirements and will apply to medical school after the third year of study; it takes a minimum of two years to complete the pre-requisite coursework.
Pre-requisites for applying to podiatry school:
- BIOL 211/211L & BIOL 213/213L for Biology majors entering Fall 2010 and later, or all non-Biology majors (non-BIOL majors will need special permission to enroll in these courses; Procedure for non-BIOL majors to register for BIOL courses);
- Biology majors entering prior to Fall 2010 must take BIOL 151/151L & BIOL 201/201L
- CHEM 121/121L - 122/122/L (this course should be completed as soon as possible)
- CHEM 321/321L - 322/322L
- PHYS 151/151L - 152/152L
The following courses are recommended, but not required:
Applicants are expected to have had some experience in podiatry settings, and should be able to provide strong letters of recommendation from teachers, podiatrist(s), and others who can attest to the applicant’s character and attributes.
You will have to take the MCAT - Medical College Admissions Test.
Applications are generally submitted in early Fall (early decision) or early Spring preceding intended matriculation.
Most Podiatry Schools use the AACPM application service - AACPMAS.
