Premedical Postbaccalaureate Certificate

Whether you are a career changer or looking to enhance your academic profile, prepare for a successful start in the medical profession of your choice with the Premedical Postbaccalaureate Certificate Program in Natural Sciences at Hofstra University. Receive a customized program plan based on your academic background and career goals with the help of our specially trained advisors. Attend full- or part-time. Complete this program in as few as 15 months.

Program Highlights

Individualized Advising

Our expert faculty members provide individualized advisement to help you prepare for graduate medical and health profession programs, from MD to PT, and Nursing to Pharmacy.

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Excellent Preparation

Prepare to become eligible to sit before the Pre-Health Professions Advisory Committee for committee letters. Take advantage of other student resources, including Career Services.

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Student Organizations

Deepen your education by getting involved in student organizations, such as the American Medical Student Association, Hofstra Association of Pre-Dental Students, Physician Assistant Club, and others in your area of interest.

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Exceptional Outcomes

Our graduates have been accepted into prestigious medical and health professions programs, such as the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, John Hopkins University School of Medicine, and Columbia University School of Dentistry.

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Competitive Tuition

The Premedical Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Natural Sciences from Hofstra University is an investment in your professional career. Our master’s degree is priced competitively and is based on the graduate tuition rate per credit hour. Scholarships are available for qualified candidates.

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Visit the Hofstra campus or connect with the graduate admission team. We will answer your questions and put you in touch with program faculty to learn more. Contact us at graduateadmission@hofstra.edu or call 516-463-4723.

To be considered for the Premedical Postbaccalaureate Certificate Program in Natural Sciences, you must have completed an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution.

Start your application online where you can upload the following documents:

Transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities. You may initially submit unofficial copies of your transcripts online for your application review, but official transcripts will be required once you are accepted into the program.
GRE/GMAT/MCAT scores (optional).
Personal Statement detailing professional and academic goals (optional).
Three letters of recommendation (optional)
Résumé (optional)

Students with who fall below the 3.0 GPA requirement are still encouraged to apply and include supplemental application materials such as a personal statement of intent with an explanation of their undergraduate record, letters of recommendation, and/or a resume with relevant experience.

Visit the Postbaccalaureate Studies – Premedical program page to learn more.

International students: Please review additional admission requirements.

Apply to the Premedical Postbaccalaureate Certificate Program in Natural Sciences at any time with our rolling admissions policy.

The Premedical Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Natural Sciences is awarded to students who successfully complete a minimum of 32 semester hours.

Visit the Postbaccalaureate Studies – Premedical program page to learn more.

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How to Apply

Earn the professional recognition and personal achievement you seek with a graduate degree from Hofstra University. Whether you study online or on campus, full or part time, you will benefit from small class settings with nationally recognized faculty and a community of peers all contributing to a transformative learning experience. Questions? Call 516-463-4723 or email our graduate admission team at graduateadmission@hofstra.edu.

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