Health Science Programs at UNK

UNK is leading the way in preparing students for healthcare careers. Students in our pre-professional medical programs have great success with acceptance into medical and clinical schools for many reasons. Smaller class sizes allow individualized attention and one-on-one opportunities to research with dedicated professors. Job shadowing, volunteering, internships, and a robust hospital partner network provide experiential learning. Our campus size makes it easy to get involved with organizations that help build leadership skills. Academic advising, mentoring, and guidance in applying to schools and entrance exams give students a competitive edge.

All this and our partnerships with the University of Nebraska Medical Center, area hospitals and numerous medical clinics make UNK a top school to create an exceptional experience that leads you on a path to success in a healthcare profession.

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Our Numbers Do The Talking

  • 90%3-year average acceptance rate to clinical and professional schools among UNK students for all health programs (2022-24).
  • 71%UNK grads accepted into medical schools (3-year average) compared to less than 10% of all nationwide applicants.
  • 850+Students enrolled in a health science area, the largest program at UNK.

Data calculated from WebAdmit and other communications.
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Experiential Learning

Shadowing Volunteering Internships Hospital Partners

Preparing for Professional Schools

Entrance Test Preparation MCAT/ DAT/ OAT Prep and Strategy Courses Professional Schools Application Process Workshops
Crista Manning

"I chose UNK because I know they have an excellent health science program for a low cost. It has a structured public health program and there are many opportunities for students to get involved on campus. UNK Health Sciences also has wonderful advisers who are always willing to help. My adviser, Dr. Todd Bartee, is currently guiding me through the pre-public health track and helping me prepare for my graduate degree at the UNMC College of Public Health in Omaha. The best thing about being a UNK health science student is knowing I have a strong support system and a place I can always come back to for help."

Crista Manning

Sociology major with minors in public health and biology

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