Prepare for Your Career
Students with aspirations of pursuing a career in the health sciences have the option of complementing their major with a pre-professional track, completing recommended courses for advanced preparation in a specific field. Mentored by practicing health professionals, students receive instruction and acquire critical skills for graduate education and future careers. Internships and clinical training prepare graduates with essential hands-on training for a successful career in the health sciences. Browse our pre-professional programs.
Majors within the Health Professions
Students interested in the health professions have the option to major in a variety of disciplines, although many students select one of these majors:
- Biology
- Biomedical Sciences
- Chemistry/Biochemistry
- Athletic Training
- Exercise Science
- Psychology
- Physics
Healthcare Career Options
North Park provides superb preparation for any of the healthcare professions including:
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Veterinary Medicine
- Public Health
- Physician Assistant
- Pharmacy
- Optometry
- Physical/Speech/Occupational Therapy
- Healthcare Administration
- Art Therapy
Career Guidance
The Director of Advising for Advanced Education in the Health Professions provides unique, individual support to students including:
- Career exploration
- Academic counseling
- Pre-professional test preparation:
MCAT, DAT, PCAT, GRE - Networking with medical professionals
- Site visits to local health science universities, hospitals, medical schools, dental schools, etc.
Clinical Partnerships
- Swedish Hospital
- Rush University Medical Center
- Northwestern Healthcare
- The John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County
- Lawndale Christian Health Center
Post-Degree Studies
Students are prepared for graduate-level study and have been admitted to many competitive programs:
- Rush University Medical College
- Northwestern University Doctor of Physical Therapy and Ph.D. in Nanotechnology
- University of Illinois Veterinary Medicine
- Midwestern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Pharmacy Schools: Midwestern, UIC, and University of Bergen, Norway
Career Outcomes
Our graduates are employed in a wide range of professions spanning healthcare, biotechnology, and environmental sciences:
- M.D., Anesthesiologist at University of Chicago Hospital
- M.D., Resident, Family Practice, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
- D.O., Doctor of Osteopathy, Family Practice Physician, Edward Medical Group
- D.D.S, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
- CEO and Founder, Medical Device Company