Male student using microscope at University of St. Thomas - HoustonDetermined to get into medical school and become a doctor? You’ll face tough competition, and medical schools set high standards for entry.

Get on the Pre-Medical Track at UST to ensure you meet every requirement, from coursework to MCAT score and more.

Combine any major with the Pre-Med Track to complete all the prerequisites for a standout application to any Texas medical school.
Ronald Vilela, MD Director of Surgical Services, Mark Wallace Tower OR Suite, Texas Children’s Hospital | B.A. Chemistry, Philosophy Minor, 1998

My UST professors were fantastic. The practice interviews, research and liberal arts education helped with my medical school application.

Ronald Vilela, MD Director of Surgical Services, Mark Wallace Tower O.R. Suite, Texas Children’s Hospital | B.A. Chemistry, Philosophy Minor, 1998

Your SuccessYour Success
$208,000 - Mean Annual Wage
$208,000
Mean Annual Wage

FOR PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS, MORE THAN 4X MEAN WAGE FOR ALL JOBS

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2017

13% - Projected Job Growth
13%
Projected Job Growth

FOR PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS 2016-2026, COMPARED TO 7% OVERALL

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2016

106,000+ employees at Texas Medical Center
106,000+
Med Center Employees

TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER IS THE WORLD'S LARGEST MED COMPLEX

Source: Texas Medical Center, 2018
Get from a to MD

You need to complete a number of steps in a particular sequence before applying to medical school. Your HPAC advisor will guide you along the way.

see the checklist

 

95% of University of St. Thomas - Houston pre-med students who interview are accepted into medical school

UST pre-med students who are accepted into medical school after interviewing.

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University of St. Thomas - Houston biology grad Emily Erwin in volleyball match
University of St. Thomas - Houston biology grad Emily Erwin in volleyball match
ON TRACK TO MED SCHOOL

Biology grad and student athlete Emily Erwin was accepted into Baylor College of Medicine’s Post-Baccalaureate Program.

see her storyON TRACK TO MED SCHOOL
Why UST?Why UST?

HPAC pre-med advisor Dr. Shivas Amin with students at the University of St. Thomas - HoustonTo apply to medical school, you’ll need a Health Professions Advisory Committee (HPAC) letter, which comprehensively summarizes your studies. Your HPAC advisor will guide you as you plan your path to med school, offering resources to support your acceptance:

  • Med school application workshops
  • Personal statement writing
  • Mock interviews
  • Mock MCAT

Simplify the med school application process with your stamp of approval in hand. HPAC will write a composite evaluation letter for medical schools, taking into account several letters of evaluation from professors, CV/résumé, grades, test scores and applicant interview questions to give you a collective recommendation.
Professional Pathways
Students shake hands at a job fair at University of St. Thomas - Houston

Prepare for the future by attending seminars and alumni events at the world-renowned Texas Medical Center.

Unique Internships
Female student at the University of St. Thomas - Houston works at pre-med internship

Apply for internships and research experiences to learn from experienced doctors and medical professionals.

Tri Beta Honor Society
University of St. Thomas - Houston Tri Beta Honor Society

Distinguish yourself from other med school applicants as a member of the National Biology Honor Society, Tri Beta.
Meet Some Pre-Med Alumni

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Dr. Michelle Dang (2002) B.A. Biology, Music (Honors) Pain Management Physician Texas Partners Healthcare Group

"In addition to preparing me very well for my med school application, UST is a wonderful community where I forged many lifelong friendships."

Dr. Michelle Dang (2002) B.A. Biology, Music (Honors)

Pain Management Physician
Texas Partners Healthcare Group, The Woodlands, TX

Dr. Ronald Vilela (1998) B.A. Chemistry, Philosophy minor

"My UST mentor was a great man. The professors are so supportive, with strong connections to Houston medical schools."

Dr. Ronald Vilela (1998) B.A. Chemistry, Philosophy minor

Director of Surgical Services, Mark Wallace Tower O.R. Suite,
Texas Children’s Hospital

Hannah Rosenthal (2017) Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program Medical School Student Dell Medical School, Austin, TX

"What makes UST great is how much the professors care. They make sure you understand the material and prepare a strong application."

Hannah Rosenthal (2017) Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Med Program

Medical School Student
Dell Medical School, Austin, TX

Dr. Adnan Peer (2003) B.A. Economics Rheumatologist Houston, TX

"UST grads have a high acceptance rate for medical school. My HPAC advisor was key in preparing me to apply successfully."

Dr. Adnan Peer (2003) B.A. Economics

Rheumatologist
Private Practice, Houston, TX
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