Pre-Health Professions Post-Baccalaureate

Pre-Med and More

We support your academic preparation for a range of health professions, including:

• Medicine (allopathic, osteopathic, naturopathic and more)
• Dentistry
• Nursing
• Physical therapy
• Physician assistant
• Pharmacy
• Veterinary medicine
• Optometry
• Podiatry
• And more

• Guaranteed enrollment: Because we run our own courses, your enrollment is reserved.
• Cohort structure: You learn in a supportive cohort that emphasizes cooperation rather than competition.
• Flexibility: You do not need to repeat courses you have already completed successfully. You can take electives as needed, and you can enroll part time.
• Academic advising: You receive personalized advising and strong staff support.
• Partnership perks: You may receive discounts on Blueprint and UWorld MCAT and DATBooster test prep options.
• Committee letter: Upon completion of the program certificate, you will receive a detailed letter of evaluation.
• Supplemental instruction: Auxiliary discussion sections for science courses help reinforce prerequisite coursework.
• Professional development: Colloquia in your first and final semesters help you assess goals, plan your application strategy and build community.

Our nationally recognized program, modern curriculum and expert instructors prepare you to become a leader in health care.

The Pre-Health Professions Post-Baccalaureate Program supports students throughout the academic preparation and application process, helping them become competitive applicants to U.S. health professional schools. 

Our mission is to:

• Prepare future health professionals to lead balanced lives and collaborate in a supportive, rather than competitive, environment.
• Advance health equity by preparing a diverse group of future health care providers who better reflect the communities they serve.
• Expand educational and economic opportunity by supporting students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds in pursuing health care careers that provide greater long-term stability for themselves and their families.

Cost

• Career Changer Track: $31,050 for a typical 45-unit plan
• Academic Enhancer Track: $13,800 to $27,600 for 20 to 40 units, with course selection guided by an academic advisor

Financial Aid
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Financial Aid

Payment Plan
This program gives you an option to split the cost for one semester into smaller payments.

Payment Options

Gator Pass
Receive a free transit pass while enrolled in fall and spring. A $130 value per term.

Gator Pass

Length
Depending on your prior academic preparation, program completion typically takes two to six semesters.

When to Apply

• Summer: Oct. 1 to March 1
• Fall: Oct. 1 to April 15
• Spring: Aug. 1 to Oct. 1

California State University
SFSU is part of the California State University system. It is the nation’s largest and most diverse four-year public university system. It creates opportunities for upward mobility and prepares you to become a leader in a changing workforce.

Professional and Continuing Education
SFSU’s College of Professional & Global Education offers Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE). You can access the resources of the California State University through programs that serve the Bay Area, the region, the nation and international communities.