Myths about Pre-Health at UVU

   

 Myth #1:  You need a 4.0 to get into nursing or any pre-health degree.

Fact:  GPA is important but seldom does an applicant have a 4.0. The average applicant has a 3.6 to 3.7 GPA., but other factors are weighted when applying to graduate school therefore some with 3.0 to 3.2 GPA’s have been accepted into professional programs.  It is vital to work with your academic pre-health counselor.

Myth #2: A medical mission to a foreign country is the best form of volunteer and community service.

Fact: While all volunteer and community service is good, that which is reflective of your own community working with undeserved populations where you live is better.  Schools want to see that you are involved with those that you live around.  Many schools have said “while the mission was great are there not people in your community that need help?”

Myth #3:  It is hard to pass Anatomy at UVU and seldom are A grades earned.  I need to go elsewhere to take the class.

Fact: Students frequently acquire A grades, often more than half of the students receive an A or B the first time they take the class.  This is a class that will require excellent time management and good study skills, and in the process you will learn rigor and anatomy.  These skills are needed for those seeking professional degrees in the health industry. Taking the class elsewhere might say to those reading your application: “this student is afraid of academic rigor.”  Don’t be in that spot.

Myth #4: I can’t get accepted to medical school with a degree from UVU, I need to transfer.

Fact:  UVU students accepted to medical school is along the lines of the national average and YES,  UVU students do accepted into the University of Utah.

Myth #5: All advisors can advise for pre-health programs.

Fact:  UVU employees specific counselors in pre-health to assist students in achieving their goal of being accepted into professional programs.  The pre-health counselors advise for Medical, Dental, Physician Assistant, Veterinary Medicine, Podiatry, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Radiology Tech, Respiratory Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Nursing.  Make sure you are meeting with the correct counselors for accurate advisement.