Life Sciences Building, Room 206
501 S. Nedderman Drive
Box 19047
Arlington, TX 76019
Health Professions
UTA's HEALTH PROFESSIONS 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:
- 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!
- See a list of participating institutions on our Event Page!
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PRE-HEALTH PROFESSIONS & RESOURCES
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.
- Advancement of Females in Medicine (AFM)
- American Muslim Women Physician Association (AMWPA)
- Global Medical Training (GMT)
- MEDLIFE for Mavs
- Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS)
- Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)
- Pre-Student Osteopathic Medical Association (Pre-SOMA)
- Pre-Dental Society (PDS)
- Pre-Physician Assistant Association (PPAA)
- Pre-Optometry Professional Society (POPS)
- Pre-Veterinary Medicine Society (PVMS)
- Mavericks for Medical Humanities
- The Rotaract Club
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College terms can be confusing! Use UTA's Glossary (aka dictionary) to help you better understand them!