Program Overview

Prescription for Success Scholars Program

The Prescription for Success Scholars Program, formerly known as The Professionalism Certificate Program, is an initiative offered by Pre-Professional Advising. This program is designed to assist students in strengthening their professional skills and preparedness for applying to medical school, dental school, and other health-professions programs.

Program Description

Students selected to participate in the program will complete a series of activities and attend workshops relevant to their educational and career goals. Each spring, students who complete the program are recognized at an end-of-year ceremony and receive a certificate of completion. This is a professional development program, and students do not receive university course credit for participation. Completion of the program is not noted on the university transcript.

Benefits

By engaging in the required activities, students will enhance their professional skills and become stronger candidates for their professional programs. Students who complete the program will be able to list it on their resumes and applications. Completion of the program may set students apart from others when applying for internships, summer programs, and future education and employment.

Eligibility

• Sophomores and above with a minimum 2.5 GPA are eligible to participate.
• Eligible students may apply in September or January.

Application Deadlines

• The deadline for application is September 30th and January 31st.

Program Events

Some of the events associated with the program and Pre-Professional Advising include:

• Health Professions Expo
• Application Kick-Off
• Resume Writing Workshop
• UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Info Session & Alumni Panel

Attendance and Verification

• An Attendance Verification Form is required for students in the program attending an in-person event not sponsored by the Pre-Professional Advising office.
• Students attending virtual events can send proof of registration and a screenshot from the event.