Program Requirements

Course Descriptions

Program FAQ

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Phone: (510) 643-0598



Advisory Board

Patrick I. Brown, Ph.D.
Instructor and Program Advisor
Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical and Pre-Health Programs
UC Berkeley Extension

Dean Bullard, M.S.H.
Senior Analyst, Health Affairs
University of California
Office of the President

Ray Chamberlain, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Chemistry
Merritt College

Rachel Klein, M.S.
Pre-Health Professions Career Counselor
UC Berkeley

Manisha Lakhotia, M.S.
Pre-Health Professions Career Counselor
UC Berkeley

John Matsui, Ph.D.
Program Director
Biology Scholars Program
UC Berkeley

Alissa Myrick, Ph.D.
Pre-Graduate/Research Pathway Coordinator
Biology Scholars Program
UC Berkeley

Ramu Nagappan, Ph.D.
Director, Department of Humanities
UC Berkeley Extension

Cathryn L. Nation, M.D.
Associate Vice President
Health Science and Services
Office of President

Michele Taylor Parker, Ph.D.
Program Director
Basic Sciences and Biotechnology
UC Berkeley Extension

Barbara Peterson, Ph.D.
Program Director
Basic Sciences and Biotechnology
UC Berkeley Extension

Henry Ralston, M.D.
Professor of Anatomy
University of California, San Francisco

Regan Ronayne, M.A.
Program Director, Student Affairs
UC Berkeley Extension

Scott Steven, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Biology
Merritt College

John Swartzberg, M.D., Ph.D.
Clinical Professor
Joint Medical Program
UC Berkeley School of Public Health 

Mariana Tran, Ph.D., M.B.A., PMP
Project Manager
ICON Development Solutions

Jessica Trowbridge, B.S.
Pre-Health Pathway Coordinator
Biology Scholars Program
UC Berkeley

Juhn Verano, M.S.
Pre-Health Professions Career Counselor
UC Berkeley

Scott Ziehm, RN, ND
Health Science Clinical Professor & Assistant Dean for MEPN
Masters Entry Program in Nursing
University of California, San Francisco

Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Health Professions Program


As of December 8, 2008, students will no longer be able to enroll in the Pre-Health Professions Program. Students who are able to provide an official transcript verifying that they earned a baccalaureate degree and maintained a GPA equal to or above 3.0 are encouraged to apply to the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program (formerly the Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program).



Designed for working professionals, the program features small weekend and evening classes that meet the prerequisites for a range of professional training programs. We also offer a range of advising and counseling services to help you complete the application process for the graduate program of your choice.

The Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Health Professions Program is a formal pathway for students to gain the academic instruction in the basic sciences they need to successfully apply to a variety of health profession programs.

Note: The pre-health professions program is not approved for those who hold F-1 visas.

Who Will Benefit

Students who already have a B.S. or B.A. degree in any subject who need additional science courses to meet admission requirements for health profession schools. Students who want to increase their chance of admission to health profession schools by improving their academic credentials can also benefit from this program.

Comprehensive Advising

In addition to our high-caliber courses, UC Berkeley Extension's post-baccalaureate program provides in-depth advising on Students who complete 12 units and have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA in the program may also enroll in an optional, non-credit Health Careers Seminar. Students who meet specific criteria may also enroll in an optional, non-credit Health Careers Seminar. This course is designed to help you assess the strength of your credentials and develop strategies for applying to health profession schools. Get help completing and enhancing your applications, reviewing personal statements, conducting mock interviews, and any other issues related to your applications.

Program Requirements

To earn a certificate of completion, students must complete at least 16 units from the academic credit courses listed below and maintain at least a B average. The program must be completed in a maximum of two years. Credits earned in online sections are not applicable toward the certificate. Additional courses will be added as they are approved. Courses on the approved list that were taken beginning in summer 2005 can be applied towards the program requirements.

Under development

How to Apply

To apply for this program you must submit the following: Send transcript(s), statement of purpose, and letters of recommendation to:
Barbara Peterson, Ph.D.
Program Director
Basic Sciences and Biopharmaceutical Programs
UC Berkeley Extension
1995 University Avenue, Suite 110
Berkeley, CA 94704-7000
Program application and fee

Further information

For questions about this program, visit the program FAQ, e-mail , or call (510) 643-0598.

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