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Pre-Medicine Pathway

Physicians support and manage the health care of people of all ages. They take medical histories, perform physical examinations, conduct diagnostic tests, recommend and provide treatment, conduct research, and advise patients on their overall heal...

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Degree Level
Undergraduate Option
Delivery
In Person
Careers
Anesthesiologists, Cardiologists, Dermatologists
Pre-Medicine Pathway students at EIU

Why Study Pre-Medicine Pathway at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"I attended Eastern IL University for a variety of reasons. I don't live a significant distance away from campus, making me able to continue working the two jobs that I currently hold. ... I loved the overall environment on campus, and everyone was very helpful and friendly on my tour when I came to visit."
Katie Kremer
Class of 2027, Pre-Med (Optometry) major

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
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Hands-On Experience, Pre-Medicine Pathway students at EIU

What You'll Learn

Admission into medical school is very competitive. Students should maintain a grade point average near or above 3.50/4.00, acquire leadership skills, exposure to healthcare, and score well on the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT). Typically, the MCAT is taken during the junior year, and an application through the centralized application service is submitted in June between the junior and senior years.

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$405,410
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Anesthesiologists
  • Cardiologists
  • Dermatologists
  • Emergency Medicine Physicians
  • Family Medicine Physicians
  • General Internal Medicine Physicians
  • Neurologists
  • Obstetricians & Gynecologists
  • Pediatricians, General
  • Physicians, Pathologists

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)
Personality Fit Investigative

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Mary
University Pre-Health Professions Advisor
mclaingen@eiu.edu
2072 Life Sciences Building
217-581-6235
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Elliott Zieman
Chair and Associate Professor
eazieman@eiu.edu
2070
217-581-1976
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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