For those interested in pursuing post-graduate professional programs

(MD, PA, DPT, DC)

Build an outstanding foundation in human performance and wellness, with a deep understanding of how the body and mind respond and adapt to exercise, from biomechanical and neuromuscular to physiological and psychological factors. You will gain hands-on skills through practical training and take part in research opportunities that sharpen your thinking. The result is strong preparation for any helping profession.

Our Educational Approach

Our medical sciences concentration provides a solid grounding in the natural sciences - like biology, chemistry, and physics - to prepare you for entry into various professional programs (DC, MD, NP, OD, PA, OT, and PT). You also complete foundational courses to understand the biomechanical, neuromuscular, physiological, and psychological responses and adaptations to exercise. The concentration-specific courses, electives, and fieldwork or internships weave together to ensure that you are job-ready and confident in your skills. This prepares you for graduate training in biomechanics, ergonomics, exercise physiology, prosthetics, and sport psychology.

Our Graduates

Many of our graduates opt for this concentration to attend graduate school for careers such as:

  • Chiropractor

  • Dentistry

  • Nurse Practitioner

  • Occupational Therapy

  • Optometry

  • Pharmaceutical

  • Physician or Surgeon

  • Physician Assistant

Allison Usavage '11