Build your future in biology pre-med

Biology powered, healthcare driven.

Do you aspire to become a physician? Do you dream of becoming a dentist?

Graduates from the Schools of Integrative Biology and Molecular and Cellular Biology are successful pharmacists, physician assistants/associates, surgeons, genetic counselors, public health professionals, and many other leaders in healthcare fields.

A rewarding career in health starts here. Our courses, research experiences, and opportunities in and outside of classrooms prepare students to be highly competitive applicants to professional schools. Our graduates attend professional schools at Johns Hopkins University, Northwestern University, Rosalind Franklin University, Rush Medical College, Washington University, and many more.

Whether you choose Integrative Biology or one of the majors in the School of MCB, you’ll be on the right path to gain the knowledge, skills, and preparation needed to succeed.

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Pre-health in MCB

Explore the typical four-year plan for pre-health students in the School of Molecular & Cellular Biology.

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Pre-health in IB

Discover the typical four-year plan for pre-health students majoring in integrative biology.

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Pre-health at Illinois

The Career Center offers advising and professional development resources for all pre-health students on campus.

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Discover alumni success stories in IB

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Explore the diverse paths of IB alumni who have pursued careers in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, and other health fields. Their stories and career outcomes highlight how an IB degree provides a strong foundation for success in professional schools and beyond.

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Explore alumni success stories in MCB

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Countless MCB alumni have built successful careers in medicine, dentistry, optometry, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, and other health professions. Alumni experiences showcase how the MCB curriculum provides the skills and preparation needed to excel in professional schools and healthcare careers.