Program Overview

Program Overview

The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in Pre-Health Professions Science is designed to provide a fundamental science education to students preparing to enroll in a health professional school or pursue a career in the health professions.

Program Details

Application Deadlines

• Summer: February 1
• Fall: May 1
• Spring: October 1

Curriculum

The Pre-Health Professions Sciences Certificate Curriculum can be found in the Villanova Undergraduate Catalog.

Requirements and Special Notes

• To be eligible for this certificate, students must possess a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Students are required to have completed the prerequisites for any course for which they register, as indicated in Villanova's Undergraduate Catalog.
• A total of 15 credits may be transferred in at the time of admission.
• Students are strongly encouraged to check the admissions requirements for the individual schools and programs relating to the health professions in which they are interested.

Admissions

Admissions Requirements

• Unofficial college transcript(s) documenting the award of a Baccalaureate degree. Official transcripts must be received before registration.
• $50 application fee.
• A statement of purpose describing career and educational goals, reasons for pursuing the Pre-Health Certificate, and why the Villanova program is a good fit. The statement should also explain if the transcripts and previous academic history do not present an accurate picture of academic ability. The statement of purpose should be around 1-2 pages.

Program Benefits

Students who successfully complete the full Pre-Health Professions Certificate program will earn a digital badge that demonstrates their skills and commitment to furthering their professional education. These badges can be displayed on career platforms like LinkedIn and serve as a visual representation of expertise.