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Pre-Medicine and Healthcare Pathways

Undergrad Majors & Programs Pre-Professional Pathways

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At Bethel, you’ll find degrees, programs, and pathways to launch your healthcare career—all within a Christ-centered community that supports your academic and personal growth.

Many healthcare professions require education and training beyond an undergraduate degree, and through Bethel’s healthcare pathways, you’ll combine your primary major with personalized advising, tailored course plans, and career support to help you prepare for what’s next.

Pre-healthcare pathways

You’ll be part of strong science programs with a proven history of preparing students for healthcare careers and high acceptance rates into medical and graduate schools. Along with hands-on learning in state-of-the-art labs, internships, and research opportunities, you’ll also explore how your faith intersects with your healthcare calling. You’ll graduate equipped to pursue your next steps toward a successful career serving others through compassionate, faith-driven care. 

  • Pre-Medicine (M.D., D.O.)
  • Pre-Chiropractic Medicine
  • Pre-Dentistry
  • Pre-Occupational Therapy
  • Pre-Optometry
  • Pre-Pharmacy
  • Pre-Physical Therapy
  • Pre-Physician Assistant
  • Pre-Podiatry

Majors to consider

Our flexible pathways and minors integrate with your primary major, allowing you to customize your education to meet your goals and career aspirations.

Consider these majors to support your goals:

Community and student clubs

At Bethel, you’ll explore the intersection of science, healthcare, and faith in a supportive and welcoming community. And you’ll learn alongside skilled professors and scientists who will help you merge your faith with your calling.

You’ll have the chance to join healthcare-related clubs, including the Pre-Med Club, the Bethel Student Nursing Association, the Science and Religion Club, the Creation Restoration Club, and more. These clubs offer professional development opportunities like networking and recruitment events, guest speaker sessions, and interactions with Bethel alumni who are leaders in the healthcare field.

Next steps and contact

If you’re interested in pursuing a career in healthcare at Bethel, apply today! Or connect with our pre-healthcare advisor and explore Bethel’s majors. Your advisor will work with you to create a personalized path to meet your career goals, whether you’re aiming for medical school, nursing, physical therapy, or another healthcare profession.

Joy Doan, Ph.D.
Pre-healthcare advisor and professor of Biological Sciences
j-doan@bethel.edu