University of New England

The Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences of the University of New England has a Pre-Health Professions Advisory Committee (PHPAC). The major function of this committee is evaluating students and writing committee letters of recommendation for professional schools (see Letter of Recommendation). The committee can also be used as an information source and for advice on matters such as:

• Health professional program options
• Taking the health professional admissions tests
• Fulfilling requirements for health professional school applications
• Acquiring other information that might facilitate students' efforts

Additionally, all entering students should seek academic advice from their assigned faculty advisors regarding the requirements of their chosen undergraduate majors.

This handbook is designed to provide general information about health professions programs leading to post-bachelor's degrees, with some guidelines concerning the required courses of study. It gives advice and describes procedures for applying to programs in allopathic medicine, dentistry, optometry, osteopathic medicine, physical therapy, physician assistant, podiatry and veterinary medicine. It is not meant to be an exhaustive source of information, but rather a handbook that highlights some of the most important aspects of the preparation and application process. Students who have additional questions are urged to seek the advice of their academic advisor.

Pre-Health Professions Advisory Committee Current Members

• James Vesenka, Ph.D., Chemistry & Physics
• Debra McDonough, Ph.D., Biological Sciences
• Geoff Ganter, Ph.D. Biological Sciences

Health Professions Programs                                    

Special Programs

School Applications                                               

Application Schedule

Protocol                                                            

Transcript Release Form 

Pre-Med Guide (MIT specific)

FAME

The Finance Authority of Maine has the responsibility for administering the State's higher education finance programs. Through a variety of loan, grant and scholarship programs, FAME helps Maine students and families meet the costs associated with higher education. To aid in this important effort, FAME also oversees an extensive outreach and counseling program that is designed to encourage young people to aspire to and pursue higher education. http://www.famemaine.com