Our rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program for pre-health students provides a structured academic preparation for those planning to apply to health professional programs. Federal financial aid available. Earned credits are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, plus many universities nationwide (some limitations may apply).
Virtual Open House
Learn how this program can help you achieve your pre-health goals in our interactive sessions that include an opportunity for general advising.
Bi-Weekly Q&A Sessions
Meet with a program counselor during our interactive Q&A session and ask detailed questions about the certificate and courses.
No academic prerequisites are required for admission.
To complete this certificate, you must take a minimum of 12 UCLA-equivalent (XL) courses.* Nine of the 12 courses must be chosen from the following four core disciplines (a minimum of one course from each area):
GPA Requirement: Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 at the time of completion to earn the certificate.
This certificate is approved for international students to study full time in the U.S. on an F-1 visa.
International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.
While most certificate programs begin each quarter, some have limited intakes for students studying on F-1 visa. Find this program on the Browse Certificate Programs page to confirm entry quarters before applying.
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For further information to help navigate your studies with us, including certificate application instructions, course scheduling, fees and more, visit our frequently asked questions page.
Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.
Whether you are bound for med school or another health profession, choosing the right courses to make sure your program's requirements are covered can be overwhelming.
Select your specific pre-health track below to see suggested courses.
Students who apply to this certificate program are also invited to a program orientation where they will be able to meet with the program’s academic counselor.
This certificate program is a total of 48 quarter units. Estimated tuition per credit hour is $312.50.
All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.
The U.S. Department of Education requires colleges and universities to disclose certain information for any financial aid eligible program that, “prepares students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation”. This information includes program costs; occupations that the program prepares students to enter; occupational profiles; on time completion rate; and for the most recent award year: the number of students who have completed the program, the number of students who complete the program within the estimated duration, the job placement rate, and the median Title IV and private loan debt incurred by those who complete the program. For gainful employment information for this program, visit our Financial Aid page.
I graduated from Brown in May 2015 but I was not able to complete all of my requirements for medical school. UCLA Extension has opened that door for me. I knew that I could not afford a traditional post-baccalaureate program and thus, UCLA Extension has been a great opportunity. By allowing me to select only the courses I need, I have been able to save money and also take the necessary steps to get closer to my goals. The small class sizes have allowed me to be more confident to ask for help from my professors and my grades have reflected that.
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