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.

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.

• Optometry Introductory Information Session

  Wednesday, October 29 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Information Session

  Thursday, October 30 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Hosted by WesternU’s College of Veterinarian Medicine located in Pomona, CA, this information session will help those who are interested in pursuing their Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. We will discuss the community, the top-notch curriculum, clinicals, and other career preparation experiences.  Admission personnel will also present and answer questions regarding to the application process. 

• OD Step-by-Step OptomCAS Application

  Thursday, October 30 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

• Doctor of Physical Therapy Open House – Oregon Campus

  Saturday, November 1 at 9:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for an on-campus Open House for the accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.  Located at the College of Health Sciences-Northwest campus in Lebanon, Oregon, prospective students can learn more about WesternU, admissions, DPT education, professional development, and our unique community. During this event you will: •    Hear directly from faculty members about curriculum, experiential education and clinical rotations. •    Explore classrooms, hands-on learning spaces, and research equipment.  •    Participate an in interactive workshop. •    Understand the required prerequisites and the overall admissions process. •    Connect with current students and learn about their experiences.  

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

  Monday, November 3 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.

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

  Thursday, November 6 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, November 10 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.

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

  Thursday, November 13 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) | COMP-Northwest Info Session

  Thursday, November 13 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.

• PhD in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Information Session

  Thursday, November 13 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Are you interested in learning more about our PhD in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences program? Join us for a virtual program overview with Dr. Arbi Nazarian, Director of Graduate Education in the College of Pharmacy and Professor of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, as he provides an in-depth review of our Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences programs. Learn more about our programs’ curriculum, research opportunities, student life, application requirements and prerequisites, and more. Improve your chances of becoming a competitive applicant by receiving application advice and ask your questions during an open Q&A session.

• Master of Science in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Information Session

  Thursday, November 13 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Are you interested in learning more about our MS in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences program? Join us for a virtual program overview with Dr. Arbi Nazarian, Director of Graduate Education in the College of Pharmacy and Professor of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, as he provides an in-depth review of our Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences programs. Learn more about our programs’ curriculum, research opportunities, student life, application requirements and prerequisites, and more. Improve your chances of becoming a competitive applicant by receiving application advice and ask your questions during an open Q&A session.

• DMD Get to know WesternU- Focus on campus Culture (for Parents and students)

  Thursday, November 13 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

• 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 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  

• WesternU Preview Day | Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Livestream

  Saturday, November 15 at 9:45 AM Pacific Standard Time

    We’ve added a virtual option for our upcoming Preview Day & Open House! Join a livestream of our session highlighting the MS and PhD in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences programs to get to know WesternU, our programs, and our community. Register to: – Hear directly from faculty members about curriculum and program highlights – 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  

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

  Monday, November 17 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.

• Pharmacy Student Organizations & Leadership Life

  Monday, November 17 at 6:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Curious about getting involved in student organizations or taking on a leadership role during pharmacy school? Join us for Pharmacy Student Organizations & Leadership Life, a dynamic and informative workshop designed to give you an inside look at the many opportunities available on campus. You’ll hear from current representatives of pharmacy student clubs and organizations as they share their experiences, initiatives, and the impact of their roles. Following the presentations, take part in interactive roundtable discussions where you can ask candid questions about club activities, time management, and what it’s really like to balance academics with leadership responsibilities. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your involvement to the next level, this session will give you the tools and insights to navigate student life and leadership with confidence.

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

  Monday, November 24 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.

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

  Tuesday, November 25 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 Podiatric Medicine (DPM) | Group Advising Session

  Tuesday, November 25 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 advising session every last Tuesday 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) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, December 1 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.

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

  Monday, December 8 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.

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

  Thursday, December 11 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.

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

  Monday, December 15 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.