PreProfessional Resources
What does it mean to be PreProfessional at GVSU?
The Preprofessional Advising Team in the CLAS Academic Advising Center works with all GVSU students and alumni who are pursuing the professional graduate programs in health care that are indicated in the space to the right. We work closely with students as early as their first semester at GVSU to learn about health care programs, gain well-rounded experiences, and connect with academic and other resources to support them in their goals. We also provide a high-level of support for students going through the professional school application process. Please click through the links below to familiarize yourself with the resources and programs we provide. Here are some ways to connect with a Preprofessional Advisor:
- Schedule an advising appointment via Navigate360, or by calling 616-331-8585.
- Email [email protected]
We are thrilled you have decided to pursue a Preprofessional career path at GVSU and look forward to supporting you on this journey!
Areas of future study
Medicine - Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Dental - Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) and Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD)
Optometry - Doctor of Optometry (OD)
Veterinarian - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Pharmacy - Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
Podiatry - Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)
Chiropractic - Doctor of Chiropractic (DC)
Other Health Professions Advising
Kirkhof College of Nursing
Kirkhof College of Nursing can assist you with the following programs
- B.S.N.
- RN to B.S.N.
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Doctor of Nursing Practice
- Second Degree Nursing Program
College of Health Professions
College of Health Professions can assist you with the following graduate programs.
- Athletic Training
- Clinical Dietetics
- Medical Dosimetry
- Occupational Therapy
- Physician Assistant Studies
- Public Health
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Recreational Therapy
- Physical Therapy (Doctorate)
- Audiology (Doctorate)
- Occupational Therapy (Doctorate)
See their main site linked at the top of this menu for undergraduate majors and career options.
Resources by Type
Profession Specific Resources
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Track your progress
Download your copy here
Create a copy of our preprofessional tracking document to log information you will need for your application process. This document has tabs for many items including your Academic Plan, Experiences and Hours, GPA Calculators, Potential letter writers, Important Contact Info ...and more!
Meet our Staff
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences welcomes preprofessional students to meet with one of our advisors regardless of degree program or major. Schedule with one of them via Navigate360 or by calling our office at (616) 331 - 8585.
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Preprofessional Events
Undergraduate Research Fair
October 6, 2026 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The 2026 Undergraduate Research Fair (URF) will feature Grand Valley State University faculty and staff from academic departments and research groups, as well as local organizations providing...
GVSU Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair
October 13, 2026 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Fall Career & Internship Fair is an excellent place to kick off your job or internship search, or to begin networking with organizations looking to hire Grand Valley students and alumni of...
Graduate School Fair 2026
October 21, 2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Explore your future at the annual GVSU Graduate School Fair hosted by the GVSU Career Center on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 12pm - 2pm in the Henry Hall Atrium on the Allendale...
AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair
October 27, 2026 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join the AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair, on October 27-28 and connect with medical school admissions representatives across the U.S. Learn more about their programs and ask about their admission...
Michigan Medical Education Day (Virtual)
October 27, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A conference for Pre-Medical Students to learn about the medical school admission process from Deans and Directors from all seven medical schools in Michigan, current medical students and pre-med advisors!