Pre-Health Advisors
To provide guidance and resources to pre-health advisors
WesternU
As you explore Western University of Health Sciences, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture. You will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.
The culture of WesternU is about being and becoming – to help people discover who they are and who they can become. The Office of Recruitment is here to support you and your students. We look forward to serving you.
Doctoral Degree Programs |
Recruiter Contact |
| Doctor of Dental Medicine | Sarah Campos |
| Doctor of Dental Medicine – Advanced Standing International | Sarah Campos |
| Doctor of Nursing Practice – Leadership | Jose Perez |
| Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner | Jose Perez |
| Doctor of Nursing Practice – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | Jose Perez |
| Doctor of Optometry | Richie Medina |
| Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine – California | Theodore Pe |
| Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine – Oregon | Martin Williams |
| Doctor of Pharmacy | Jose Perez |
| Doctor of Pharmacy – Advanced Standing International | Jose Perez |
| Doctor of Physical Therapy – California | Recruitment Office |
| Doctor of Physical Therapy – Oregon | Martin Williams |
| Doctor of Podiatric Medicine | Theodore Pe |
| Doctor of Podiatric Medicine – Advanced Standing International | Theodore Pe |
| Doctor of Veterinary Medicine | Recruitment Office |
| PhD in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences | Jose Perez |
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Master’s Degree Programs |
Recruiter Contact |
| Master of Science in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences | Jose Perez |
| Master of Science in Medical Sciences | Sarah Campos |
| Master of Science in Nursing – Entry | Jose Perez |
| Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner | Jose Perez |
| Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies | Recruitment Office |
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Certificate Programs |
Recruiter Contact |
| Post Graduate Emergency Nurse Practitioner | Jose Perez |
| Post-Master’s Family Nurse Practitioner | Jose Perez |
| Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | Jose Perez |
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Pathway Programs |
Recruiter Contact |
| College of Optometry – Advanced Standing International | Richie Medina |
Recruitment Events For You & Your Students
• Admissions Information Sessions
• Curriculum Information Sessions
• Student and Faculty Panels
• Campus Tours and Group Visits
• Workshops (mock interviews, suturing, bonesaw, etc)
• Special Requests – Just Ask – Serving You to Serve Others
Graduate Health Programs Recruitment Team
Shea Heagle
Sarah Campos
Richie Medina
Theodore Pe
Jose Perez
Maya Smith
Humanistic Recruitment
Assistant Director Humanistic Recruitment and Strategic Partnerships
Martin Williams
Our Campuses Two Homes for the Health Sciences
WesternU Virtual Tours
WesternU The Moments that Shape Us
To Teach, To Heal, Together.
2025-2026 Viewbooks
Our Mission is to produce, in a humanistic tradition, health care professionals and biomedical knowledge that will enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities.
The viewbook provides you a glimpse into WesternU academic excellence, community clinics and programs, our colleges and programs, testimonies from our alumni and students, and gives a snapshot of the diversity of our urban California location and the beautiful diverse aesthetics of our rural Oregon campuses.
Opportunity to meet faculty, staff and students, attend academic and financial aid information sessions, learn about student resources/services and take campus tours.
Student budgets at WesternU reflect all Cost of Attendance (COA) components associated with each college.
Budgets are subject to change.
Budgets are updated annually.
Tuition and fees costs are updated annually.
Budgets are reviewed through out the year.
Students are notified of any budgets changes as they may occur.
Upcoming Events For All Programs
Our colleges and programs offer a number of in-person and virtual events throughout the year, from virtual preview days, to group advising sessions, to presentations from faculty and more. The list below provides links to information and registration for many of these events, and is updated regularly as new events are added.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, December 15 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DONW) | Group Advising Session
Thursday, December 18 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, January 5 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, January 12 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Pre-Pharmacy Club Meeting
Monday, January 12 at 6:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeWe are delighted to invite you to an engaging event featuring a distinguished Critical Care Pharmacist, who will share insights on optimizing medication management and improving outcomes in critically ill patients. Join this unique opportunity to learn from an expert at the forefront of critical care pharmacy. This session will highlight Stephanie Lee, PharmD as she shares the evolving role of pharmacists in the ICU. Please RSVP by January 7th, 2026, 23.59 pm PDT. We look forward to seeing you there!
DMD Drop-In Group Advising
Wednesday, January 14 at 9:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeDo you have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program? Drop in during our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have the opportunity to ask an admissions team member your specific application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.
OD Drop-In Group Advising
Wednesday, January 21 at 9:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeDo you have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Optometry (OD) program? Drop in during our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have the opportunity to ask an admissions team member your specific application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | COMP-Northwest Info Session
Thursday, January 22 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeAre you interested in applying to our Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program on our Lebanon, Oregon campus? Join our virtual info session to ask your application questions and hear current medical students and our admissions representative discuss our curriculum, clinical rotation opportunities, admissions requirements, and more! Get to know our Lebanon community and how you can become a competitive applicant.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, January 26 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, February 2 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, February 9 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Inside Dental School: Q&A With Current Students
Monday, February 9 at 5:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a live Q&A session with current WesternU dental students. This is an open, interactive conversation where prospective applicants can ask questions, hear real experiences, and learn what life in dental school is truly like.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | History of Osteopathic Medicine with OMM Presentation
Tuesday, February 17 at 6:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeJoin professor Edward Goering, DO and current medical students for a Zoom presentation on the history and philosophy of osteopathic medicine followed by a demonstration of OMM (osteopathic manipulative medicine) and open discussion.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, February 23 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, March 2 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | COMP-Northwest Info Session
Thursday, March 5 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeAre you interested in applying to our Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program on our Lebanon, Oregon campus? Join our virtual info session to ask your application questions and hear current medical students and our admissions representative discuss our curriculum, clinical rotation opportunities, admissions requirements, and more! Get to know our Lebanon community and how you can become a competitive applicant.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, March 9 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, March 16 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Medical School Application Process
Monday, March 16 at 6:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for our monthly virtual WesternU COMP-Northwest | Osteopathic Awareness Event. This month’s topic is the “Medical School Application Process.” Join COMP-Northwest’s Assistant Director of Admissions, Donna Fulton, and current medical students on Zoom as they present and answer questions from the audience. We’ll be covering AACOMAS, pre-requisites, competitive stats, the interview process and more.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, March 23 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, March 30 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, April 6 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, April 13 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, April 20 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, April 27 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, May 4 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, May 11 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, May 18 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, June 1 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, June 8 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, June 15 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, June 22 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, June 29 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, July 6 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, July 13 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, July 20 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, July 27 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, August 3 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, August 10 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, August 17 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, August 24 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, August 31 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, September 14 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, September 21 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, September 28 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, October 5 at 3:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.