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School of Health

Pre-Health

Gain the knowledge and hands-on experience you need to live out your faith boldly as a caregiver.

The Calvin University Pre-Health Program prepares students for graduate study in the health professions through academically rigorous coursework, interdisciplinary learning, and meaningful mentorship. Rooted in a Reformed Christian worldview, we cultivate intellectual curiosity, critical engagement with contemporary healthcare challenges, and a commitment to compassionate, service-oriented care.  Our goal is to equip future health professionals who are not only competitive applicants but also compassionate, thoughtful, and faithful leaders in their fields. 

You'll do all this while taking advantage of numerous opportunities at Calvin, including a partnership with Baylor University's Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

2025 Acceptance and Pass Rates

100%

Dental School

88%

Medical School

National average 41%
100%

Occupational Therapy School

100%

Optometry School

100%

Pharmacy School

87.5%

Physical Therapy School

62%

Physician Assistant School

National average 31%
100%

Speech Language Pathology PRAXIS Exam

Our Scholarships

You are eligible for our department scholarships!

Named Scholarships

are gifts from real people who care about your success.

Apply

for named scholarships between December 1 and January 31.
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Application

to match you with any scholarships you qualify for!

Opportunities

Students in a hallway

Honors at Calvin

Nurturing outstanding students through programs that challenge you to ask difficult questions with humility, explore with wonder, and pursue advanced academic opportunities with courage. 

Consider joining the Honors Scholars Program.

Student Organizations

Student Organizations

Calvin sponsors more than 70 student-led organizations; below are the clubs with which the pre-Health Office is primarily involved.

 Christian Medical and Dental Association

National Marrow Donor Program

Pre-Health Club