Academics at MBC
How do I choose a major?
Students who wish to pursue a medical or allied health sciences profession are expected to declare a regular major. Most professional schools require a four-year degree. Although many Premedical Sciences students do major in biology or chemistry, a growing number of candidates admitted to professional schools completed a degree in a non-science major. We recommend students select their major based on interest and ability. Professional school admissions committees regard well-rounded students very highly. The most critical factors to admissions committees when considering candidates for acceptance to their programs are the student’s academic performance, entrance test scores, and what is sometimes referred to as the “X-factor,” comprised of issues revolving around commitment, motivation, leadership ability, community service, and work experience.
Working with your Academic and Premedical Sciences Advisors, you should create a curriculum that will satisfy all of the prerequisites for your chosen field in the medical sciences as well as take courses that will lead you to an alternative career should you not be accepted to the professional school of your choice. Whatever course of study you choose, it is recommended that you follow a rigorous curriculum, particularly rich in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics, and that you do as much upper-level course work within your major as possible to demonstrate depth of understanding.
