Health Professions

UTA's HEALTH PROFESIONS OFFICE 

Are you interested in pursuing a career as a medical doctor, dentist, pharmacist, physician’s assistant, or another graduate-level health professional field? You can find information here to help you on your journey! The FAQ Page can answer many common questions! Nursing, Public Health, or Exercise Science students should visit the College of Nursing and Health Innovation website.

 

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of The University of Texas at Arlington’s Health Profession’s Office is to guide, educate, and support UTA’s pre-health population in achieving their personal, educational, and career goals during college and beyond through developmental, holistic advising while fostering a sense of belonging.

 

VISION STATEMENT

 

To inspire, guide, and develop innovative and empathetic healthcare leaders for health professional programs and today’s workforce.

VALUES
  • Leading by example
  • Growth mindset
  • Advocacy
  • Cultural Awareness & Humility
  • Honesty & Transparency
  • Sense of belonging
  • Collaboration
  • Empathy
  • Adaptability & Accountability
  • Professionalism

Read this story of how our pre-med students reach their goals!

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UPCOMING EVENTS: 

  • Monday, November 25th, 12P-1PM in SWSH 105: Archer Workshop - Policy Memo Writing 101
    • Learn how to write a policy memo from an Archer Alum so you can apply to the Archer Fellowship and get experience in Washington DC! Food Provided! 
  • Friday, December 6, 2024-February 16, 2025: HPAC APPLICATIONS OPEN
    • Students applying to medical or dental school in the 2025-2026 cycle should apply to HPAC for a committee letter of recommendation AND extra preparation and feedback for your upcoming application! 
    • HPAC students have over an 80% acceptance rate! 
  • Thursday, February 6th, 2025, 12:30-2PM (RM TBD): UTSW School of Health Professions Info Session
    • Meet with UTSW leadership and students to learn about the many graduate programs at UTSW in the health professions! 
  • Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 12P-2:30P (RM TBD): Annual Spring Swing Health Professions Fair
    • This is the biggest Health Professions fair at UTA! Come meet with admissions representatives from health professional programs across Texas and the US!  

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PRE-HEALTH PROFESSIONS & RESOURCES

 

 

PRE-DENTAL STUDIES

PRE-MEDICAL STUDIES

PRE-OPTOMETRY STUDIES

PRE-PHARMACY STUDIES

PRE-PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES

SPECIAL PROGRAMS, VOLUNTEERING, AND RESEARCH

HEALTH PROFESSIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICATIONS

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION, PERSONAL STATEMENTS & INTERVIEWING

ADDITIONAL PRE-HEALTH STUDIES

POST BACC PROGRAM

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

JOINT ADMISSION MEDICAL PROGRAM

 

BOOKING APPOINTMENTS: Advising Page

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STUDENT HEALTH RELATED ORGANIZATIONS

UTA has many pre-health student organizations that can assist you on your path! Joining one of these organizations can provide valuable insight and resources for any pre-health student. Get to know other students on the same journey as you! Click on each link below for more information. Visit mavorgs.uta.edu for more information regarding these and other student organizations.

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