A physician assistant is a graduate of an accredited PA educational program who is authorized by the state to practice medicine with the supervision of a licensed physician. PAs are invaluable members of the healthcare team and work in conc…
For many, the pursuit of a career in medicine has been a longstanding aspiration. Some students enter college having known for many years of their desire to earn a medical degree. Other students come to the same realization much later in th…
The Office of Pre-Professional Mentoring and Advising (OPMA) believes that advising is an important part of the pre-health student’s preparation for professional school. Each pre-health advisor is a member of the National Association of Adv…
This page is for the University of Alabama students and alumni who are applying to medical, dental, or optometry school for the entering class of 2027 also known as Cycle 2027. **Enrollment for the 2026-2027 OHPA P.H.A.S.E. Program is now c…
Gaining clinical experience is essential to demonstrate a desire for a career in healthcare. Exposure to the day-to-day duties of a health professional will provide you with fundamental knowledge of what it is like to be a doctor, dentist,
Welcome to The University of Alabama’s pre-health prospective student page! Here you will find a glimpse of the services and opportunities that are available to pre-health students who attend The University of Alabama. We provide career adv…
The University of Alabama’s Office of Pre-Professional Mentoring and Advising (OPMA) works with students interested in a variety of health profession careers. Below are common career pathways that our students seek. While our guides outline…
(205) 348-5970 Clark Hall, 2nd Floor prehealth@ua.edu The University of Alabama (MD) Medical School Acceptance Statistics 2014-2023 Main Office (205) 348-5970 200 Clark Hall prehealth@ua.edu Mailing Address Box 870268 The University of Alab…
Dentists diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth and mouth. They improve a patient’s appearance by using a variety of cosmetic dental procedures; perform surgical procedures such as implants, tis…
Do you love animals? A career as a veterinarian may be for you! Doctors of Veterinary Medicine (DVM’s) are dedicated to animal welfare. Veterinarians diagnose and treat diseases and injuries in animals. They also prevent the spread of disea…
Download Dental School Admissions Guide as a printable PDF Dentists diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth and mouth. They improve a patient’s appearance by using a variety of cosmetic dental pr…
Download Veterinary School Admissions Guide as a printable PDF Doctors of Veterinary Medicine (DVM’s) are dedicated to animal welfare. Veterinarians diagnose and treat diseases and injuries in animals. They also prevent the spread of diseas…