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Pre-Health Advisors

To provide guidance and resources to pre-health advisors

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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.

 

 

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

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

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

Pathway Programs

Recruiter Contact

College of Optometry – Advanced Standing International Richie Medina
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Recruitment Events For You & Your Students

• In-Person & Virtual
• 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

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Shea Heagle

Director of Recruitment

(909) 469-8791

sheagle@westernu.edu

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Sarah Campos

Dental, Medical Sciences

Recruiter

(909) 469-5697

scampos@westernu.edu

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Richie Medina

Health Administration, Optometry

Recruiter

(909) 469-5331

rmedina@westernu.edu

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Theodore Pe

Osteopathic Medicine (CA), Podiatric

Recruiter

pet@westernu.edu

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Jose Perez

Nursing, Pharmacy

Recruiter

perezj@westernu.edu

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Maya Smith

Humanistic Recruitment

Assistant Director Humanistic Recruitment and Strategic Partnerships

mayasmith@westernu.edu

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Martin Williams

Osteopathic Medicine (OR), Physical Therapy (OR)

Recruiter

martinwilliams@westernu.edu

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Our Campuses Two Homes for the Health Sciences

You might say home is where the heart is. Well, we’ve got two hearts that beat with love for the communities we call home in Pomona, CA, and Lebanon, OR. Students can pursue select degrees on a campus of their choice.
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WesternU Virtual Tours

Western University of Health Sciences is one of the most comprehensive graduate schools for the health professions. Engage yourself in 360-degree views, videos and photos that showcase WesternU’s colleges, labs, and programs.
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WesternU The Moments that Shape Us

Western University of Health Sciences is committed to a humanistic, compassionate, and caring approach to healthcare and healthcare education. We are dedicated to the training and well-being of our students, to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do.

To Teach, To Heal, Together.
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2025-2026 Viewbooks

To Teach, To Heal, Together

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.

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, June 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) | COMP-Northwest Info Session

    Thursday, June 4 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.

  • DMD Drop-In Group Advising

    Thursday, June 4 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed for prospective applicants.  This is a relaxed, come-and-go session—no formal presentation required. Simply log in, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready. An admissions team member will be available to provide guidance on the application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience.  

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

    Monday, June 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.

  • International Dental Program (IDP) – Virtual Drop-In Advising

    Tuesday, June 9 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s International Dental Program (IDP)? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed specifically for prospective IDP applicants.  This relaxed, come-and-go session allows you to connect with an admissions team member, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready—no formal presentation required. Learn more about the IDP application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience. 

  • Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) – Virtual Drop-In Advising

    Monday, June 15 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed for prospective applicants.  This is a relaxed, come-and-go session—no formal presentation required. Simply log in, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready. An admissions team member will be available to provide guidance on the application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience.  

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

    Monday, June 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.

  • Turn Your Passion into Purpose | MSN-E Program Overview

    Tuesday, June 16 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Nurses are the heartbeat of healthcare! The field of nursing is a stable and fulfilling career path with plenty of opportunities for positive career growth but the journey to becoming a nurse can be challenging.  Please join us for this introductory informational session ideal for Bachelor degreed individuals who are looking to start their educational journey in nursing.

  • Your Path to Medical School: Admissions Overview for DO and DPM

    Thursday, June 18 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Are you looking for advice on medical school admissions? Join our quarterly webinar to learn more about WesternU’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) and Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) programs, including prerequisites and application requirements, strategies for becoming a competitive applicant, and tips for navigating the admissions process. The presentation will feature the Assistant Director of Recruitment, TJ Pe, as well as 1-2 current DO and DPM students to answer your questions!  

  • IDP Drop-In Group Advising

    Monday, June 22 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s International Dental Program (IDP)? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed specifically for prospective IDP applicants.  This relaxed, come-and-go session allows you to connect with an admissions team member, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready—no formal presentation required. Learn more about the IDP application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience. 

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

    Monday, June 22 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 Optometry (OD) – Virtual Drop-In Advising

    Thursday, June 25 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Optometry (OD) program? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed for prospective applicants.  This is a relaxed, come-and-go session—no formal presentation required. Simply log in, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready. An admissions team member will be available to provide guidance on the application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Prospective Advanced Standing (ODAS) applicants are also encouraged to attend if they have questions or would like additional guidance.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience. 

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

    Monday, June 29 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 Drop-In Group Advising

    Tuesday, June 30 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed for prospective applicants.  This is a relaxed, come-and-go session—no formal presentation required. Simply log in, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready. An admissions team member will be available to provide guidance on the application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience.  

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

    Monday, July 6 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.

  • International Dental Program (IDP) – Virtual Drop-In Advising

    Tuesday, July 7 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s International Dental Program (IDP)? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed specifically for prospective IDP applicants.  This relaxed, come-and-go session allows you to connect with an admissions team member, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready—no formal presentation required. Learn more about the IDP application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience. 

  • Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) – Virtual Drop-In Advising

    Monday, July 13 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed for prospective applicants.  This is a relaxed, come-and-go session—no formal presentation required. Simply log in, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready. An admissions team member will be available to provide guidance on the application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience. 

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

    Monday, July 13 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.

  • ODAS Beyond The Application

    Thursday, July 16 at 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

    Monday, July 20 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) | Medical School Mock Interviews

    Monday, July 20 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.

  • Doctor of Optometry (OD) – Virtual Drop-In Advising

    Tuesday, July 21 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Optometry (OD) program? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed for prospective applicants.  This is a relaxed, come-and-go session—no formal presentation required. Simply log in, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready. An admissions team member will be available to provide guidance on the application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Prospective Advanced Standing (ODAS) applicants are also encouraged to attend if they have questions or would like additional guidance.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience.

  • IDP Drop-In Group Advising

    Thursday, July 23 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s International Dental Program (IDP)? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed specifically for prospective IDP applicants.  This relaxed, come-and-go session allows you to connect with an admissions team member, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready—no formal presentation required. Learn more about the IDP application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience. 

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

    Monday, July 27 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 Drop-In Group Advising

    Thursday, July 30 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed for prospective applicants.  This is a relaxed, come-and-go session—no formal presentation required. Simply log in, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready. An admissions team member will be available to provide guidance on the application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience.  

  • Experience WesternU – DPT Oregon

    Saturday, August 8 at 9:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

    Get to know Western U’s DPT Oregon and our community.  – 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