Discern, Prepare, Apply

At UD's Pre-Health Resource Center (PHRC), we are here to support students in discerning their passionate purpose and navigating the path to acceptance into health professional schools.

Contact PHRC today if you are considering a career in chiropractic, dentistry, medicine, occupational therapy, optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistance, podiatry or veterinary medicine.


UD's Pre-Health Programs of Study


At the University of Dayton, we have multiple degree options for pre-health studies, helping you pursue your passion and interests.

PHRC has scholarships and a grant available. Current students can find additional information on Porches.

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Student with a stethoscope

Experiential Learning link-arrow link-arrow

The Pre-Health Resource Center (PHRC) provides an array of services and experiential learning to students of any major who are interested in applying to medical, dental or other health professional schools after graduation.

Opportunities include a seminar series, the University of Dayton and Miami Valley Hospital Healthcare Symposium, clinical experiences and more.

We also offer help with the process of applying to health professional schools.

Pre-chiro club students

Clubs and Organizations link-arrow link-arrow

UD has thriving student-run organizations that focus on activities, issues, service and professional development opportunities that are relevant to medicine, dentistry and health.

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Flyer Commitment Pathway link-arrow link-arrow

UD students who want to pursue physician assistant or physical therapy graduate programs can join the competitive Flyer Commitment Pathway for Health Professions to get a head start on the graduate application process.