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
Pre-Medical/Dental/Vet 101: GPA & Test Scores
September 15, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join the Preprofessional Advising Team for the First part of our Pre-Medical/Dental/Vet Workshop Series. In this session, participants will... Explore effective strategies to strengthen...
MSU CHM West Michigan Pathways Program
September 20, 2026 11:45 PM - 11:45 PM
The Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (CHM) welcomes applications to the West Michigan Pre-Medical Pathways program, an interactive and informative program for undergraduate students...
Getting Started in Undergraduate Research - Emphasis on Student Voice and Perspective: A Workshop for Interested Students
September 21, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (OURS), a program within the Center for Student Research and Scholarly Engagement (CSRSE), provides support for all undergraduates interested in...
Pre-Medical/Dental/Vet 101: Gaining Clinical & Other Experiences
September 22, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
This program is intended for students pursuing medical (MD or DO), dental, optometry, pharmacy, podiatry, veterinary, and chiropractic school. This is not intended for pre-PA, PT, OT students, please...
GVSU Study Abroad Fair
September 23, 2026 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Start your journey at the Study Abroad Fair - the Padnos International Center's biggest event of the year! Browse study abroad programs, meet students that have participated in the programs...