Whether you plan to become a clinical pharmacist, work in pharmaceutical research, or manage a community pharmacy, GC prepares you for the next step with relevant coursework, hands-on learning and mentoring from faculty who care about your success.
Pre-Medicine
Study Track
Why Study Pre-Medicine at Goshen College?
As a pre-medicine student at Goshen College, you’ll join a long tradition of graduates who have gone on to become successful physicians, surgeons and healthcare professionals. With a rigorous academic foundation, extensive hands-on learning opportunities and supportive faculty mentors, our program is designed to prepare you for the academic and personal demands of medical school.
You’ll benefit from small class sizes, state-of-the-art lab spaces, and access to immersive research experiences that begin as early as your first year. You’ll also have access to excellent pre-health advising that helps guide you through coursework selection, medical school applications, and MCAT preparation. Whether you’re interested in general practice or a medical specialty, Goshen College will help you get there.
Career Paths
A pre-medicine track prepares you for:
- Medical School (MD/DO programs)
- Physician Assistant programs
- Graduate programs in public health, biomedical sciences, and more
Our alumni have gone on to medical schools such as:
- Indiana University School of Medicine
- Washington University in St. Louis
- University of Michigan Medical School
Credits and Requirements
Pre-medicine is not a major, but a track that can be combined with majors such as biology, molecular biology/biochemistry, chemistry, or exercise science. Academic advisors work with you to ensure that you meet all course requirements for medical school applications.
Hands-On Learning Opportunities
Gain valuable hands-on learning through:
- Undergraduate research with faculty in molecular biology, physiology, and ecology
- Summer opportunities with the Maple Scholars program
- Internships at local hospitals, clinics, and community health organizations
- Shadowing physicians at Goshen Hospital and other medical centers
You’ll also have access to programs like the Center for Healing and Hope and the Center for Civic Innovation, which offer real-world experience serving the community.
Scholarships
Goshen College offers generous financial aid and scholarships for students pursuing science majors. For more information, visit the financial aid page.
Facilities & Resources
Students conduct research and complete labs in the Schrock Science Laboratories, which are well-equipped for advanced work in molecular biology, chemistry, and physiology. Off-campus research experiences are available through partnerships with organizations like AbbVie, Notre Dame, and Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center.