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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.

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.

• Funding Your Future: Navigating Financial Aid for Graduate Programs

  Wednesday, April 30 at 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Do you have questions about applying for financial aid? Join our webinar to connect with a financial aid representative, as they share important deadline dates and different loan and scholarship opportunities created to assist you throughout your educational journey. You’ll also have a chance to ask them your questions during an open Q&A session. Your family and other members of your support system are welcome to join us! We’re excited to offer our financial aid webinar in both English and Spanish. Space is limited, so we encourage you to reserve your spot today!

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

  Thursday, May 1 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Join 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.

• RXperience: A Journey Into Pharmacy | California Campus

  Saturday, May 3 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us at the WesternU College of Pharmacy for an exciting Pre-Pharmacy Event at our Pomona, California campus! Whether you’re just starting your journey or exploring career options, this event offers a unique opportunity to dive into the world of pharmacy. Learn about the wide range of career paths available in this field and get expert advice on how to successfully prepare and apply to pharmacy school. Meet and network with WesternU faculty, current students, and take advantage of valuable insights that will help guide your path to becoming a pharmacist. Enjoy a free lunch, participate in fun raffle prizes, and get answers to all your questions! This event is open to students of all ages (under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian). The final day to register for this event is Friday, April 25, 2025. Don’t miss out—register today and take the first step toward your future in pharmacy! Sponsored by Walgreens.

• College of Podiatric Medicine On Campus Preview Day

  Saturday, May 3 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us on our Pomona, California campus to get to know the College of Podiatric Medicine and our community. During our time together you will: -Experience a campus tour led by current students and alumni -Hear directly from faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success  

• College of Podiatric Medicine Online Preview Day

  Saturday, May 3 at 9:45 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us online to get to know the College of Podiatric Medicine and our community. This hybrid event will allow you to join our on-campus team to: – Hear directly from faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Learn about our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success  

• IDP Drop-In Group Advising

  Monday, May 5 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Do you have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD-IDP) 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) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, May 5 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join 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.

• DMD Financial Aid Webinar: How to Navigate Your Investment into Dental School

  Tuesday, May 6 at 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

• Ph.D. in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences | General Information Session

  Wednesday, May 7 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Recent advances in pharmaceutical science make pharmaceutical research a rewarding career for people interested in improving lives through the discovery, development, and manufacture of new pharmaceutical products. Join us for an introduction into WesternU’s, Ph.D. in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Program!

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) | General Information Session

  Wednesday, May 7 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Pharmacy has been one of the most successful and stable professions in this country for generations. The journey to becoming a Pharmacist has changed dramatically and can be a little tricky. Please join us for this introductory information session ideal for students who are looking to begin their journey.

• PharmD International Pathway Program General Information Session

  Wednesday, May 7 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Are you an international pharmacist who is interested in earning your Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree in the U.S. in just 2.5 years? Join our virtual info session, where our admissions representatives will provide information on prerequisites and application requirements, important deadlines, tips on how to become a competitive applicant, and more! You’ll also have an opportunity to ask your questions during our open Q&A session

• Master of Science in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences | General Information Session

  Wednesday, May 7 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Recent advances in pharmaceutical science make pharmaceutical research a rewarding career for people interested in improving lives through the discovery, development, and manufacture of new pharmaceutical products. Join us for an introduction into WesternU’s, Master of Science in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Program! 

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

  Thursday, May 8 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Join 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.

• OD Drop-In Group Advising

  Monday, May 12 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Do 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) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, May 12 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join 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

  Thursday, May 15 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Join 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 19 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join 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.

• DMD Drop-In Group Advising

  Tuesday, May 20 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Do 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.  

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | COMP-Northwest Info Session

  Thursday, May 22 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Are 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.

• OD Letter of Recommendation & Personal Statement Workshop “Who am I? What Should I Share?”

  Thursday, May 22 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) | Admissions Group Advising Session

  Thursday, May 29 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  For pre-med students who are interested in becoming physicians with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree, Western University of Health Sciences hosts a virtual admissions advising session every last Thursday of the month. The college’s recruiter, TJ Pe, will be available to answer your admissions questions and/or get you connected with DPM students and faculty for more in-depth information about the program and career. This is an open session that you may enter and leave at your own convenience. 

• OD Financial Aid Webinar: How to Navigate Your Investment into Optometry

  Thursday, May 29 at 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

• OD-AS Drop-In Group Advising Session

  Monday, June 2 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

• WesternU Preview Day & Open House | California Campus

  Saturday, June 7 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Get to know WesternU, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to: – Hear directly from our president and faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success  

• DMD Drop-In Advising Session

  Monday, June 9 at 2:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

• OD Drop-In Group Advising

  Thursday, June 12 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Do 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.

• OD Drop-In Advising Session

  Monday, June 16 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

• DMD Drop-In Group Advising

  Thursday, June 19 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Do 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

• DMD-IDP Drop-In Advising Session

  Monday, June 23 at 2:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

• IDP Drop-In Group Advising

  Thursday, June 26 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Do you have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD-IDP) 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 Podiatric Medicine (DPM) | Admissions Group Advising Session

  Thursday, June 26 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  For pre-med students who are interested in becoming physicians with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree, Western University of Health Sciences hosts a virtual admissions advising session every last Thursday of the month. The college’s recruiter, TJ Pe, will be available to answer your admissions questions and/or get you connected with DPM students and faculty for more in-depth information about the program and career. This is an open session that you may enter and leave at your own convenience. 

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Medical School Mock Interviews

  Monday, July 14 at 6:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for a round of medical school mock interviews hosted via Zoom by the faculty and medical students at WesternU COMP-Northwest.  Three pre-med students currently applying to medical schools have volunteered to be mock interviewed live, followed by feedback and discussion with the panel.  This is part of the Osteopathic Awareness event series brought to you by WesternU – College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest.

• WesternU Preview Day & Open House | California Campus

  Saturday, November 15 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Get to know WesternU, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to: – Hear directly from our president and faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success