Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Certificate Hybrid Program
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-01-05 | - |
| 2027-01-05 | - |
Program Overview
Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Certificate Hybrid Program
Overview
Drexel University's part-time, two-year pre-medical certificate program is designed for those with non-science undergraduate degrees who wish to pursue a career in the health professions. This unique program helps students transition by providing the opportunity to remain in their current position while fulfilling the pre-requisite undergraduate science courses needed for admission into most medical, dental, physician assistant, veterinary, or other health professional schools.
Program Features
- Taught by the distinguished Drexel College of Medicine faculty
- A hybrid of evening in-person laboratory classes and online instruction that minimize career interruption
- Free MCAT preparation course during the last semester
Curriculum
Required Courses
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PMED 111S | General Chemistry I | 3.0 |
| PMED 112S | General Chemistry I Lab | 1.0 |
| PMED 121S | General Physics I | 3.0 |
| PMED 122S | General Physics I Lab | 1.0 |
| PMED 131S | General Chemistry II | 3.0 |
| PMED 132S | General Chemistry II Lab | 1.0 |
| PMED 141S | General Physics II | 3.0 |
| PMED 142S | General Physics II Lab | 1.0 |
| PMED 211S | General Biology I | 3.0 |
| PMED 212S | General Biology I Lab | 1.0 |
| PMED 221S | Organic Chemistry I | 3.0 |
| PMED 222S | Organic Chemistry I Lab | 1.0 |
| PMED 231S | General Biology II | 3.0 |
| PMED 232S | General Biology II Lab | 1.0 |
| PMED 241S | Organic Chemistry II | 3.0 |
| PMED 242S | Organic Chemistry II Lab | 1.0 |
Optional Courses
- PMED 151S: College Algebra & Trigonometry
- PMED 240S: Conceptual Reviews in General and Organic Chemistry
- PMED 250S: Molecular Biology & Biochemistry
- PMED 800S: Review Course for MCAT
- PMED T180S: Special Topics in Pre-Medical
- PMED T280S: Special Topics in Pre-Medical
Total Credits
32.0
Admissions Criteria
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. College or university or an equivalent international institution
- Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
- Completion of college algebra and trigonometry or a higher level math course (e.g., Calculus I) with a grade of B or better
- Submission of a standardized examination score is strongly encouraged
- Must be a United States citizen or permanent resident
Required Documents
- A completed application
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended
- Two letters of recommendation from college faculty, supervisors, employers, etc., who are familiar with the applicant's work ethic and desire to enter the medical field
- Resume
- A personal statement/essay describing how the program will benefit the applicant's career
Tuition
The tuition rate for the academic year is $0 per credit. An online program fee of $125 per year applies to students enrolled in an online graduate academic program.
Academic Calendar
Academic Year 2025-2026
- Fall 2025: August 18, 2025 - December 12, 2025
- Spring 2026: January 5, 2026 - May 1, 2026
- Summer 2026: May 11, 2026 - August 7, 2026
Note
State restrictions may apply to some programs. This program is not eligible for Financial Aid, but special tuition rates are available for Drexel University Alumni, Military members, and members of Partner Organizations.