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 – International | Sarah Campos |
| Doctor of Pharmacy | Jose Perez |
| Doctor of Pharmacy – International | Jose Perez |
| Doctor of Podiatric Medicine | Theodore Pe |
| 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 Physical Therapy – California | Recruitment Office |
| Doctor of Physical Therapy – Oregon | Martin Williams |
| 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 – ADN to MSN | Jose Perez |
| Master of Science in Nursing – BSN to MSN | Jose Perez |
| Master of Science in Nursing – Entry | 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 |
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
Martin Williams
Our Campuses Two Homes for the Health Sciences
WesternU Virtual Tours
WesternU Excellence in Health Sciences Education
To Teach, To Heal, Together.
2024-2025 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
Wednesday, December 11 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeDoctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | COMP-Northwest Info Session
Thursday, December 12 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.
OD Introductory Information Session
Thursday, December 12 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeAre you interested in applying to optometry school but need help with your application? Join our virtual info session to hear our admissions representative provide an overview of the admissions process, share important deadline dates, list prerequisites and application requirements, share competitive class stats, and more! You’ll also have an opportunity to ask your questions and learn how to become a competitive applicant during our Q&A session.
Doctor of Physical Therapy- Student Life Panel
Friday, December 13 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeWe invite you to hear more about student life in Physical Therapy graduate school. A panel of current students will offer information on the community, curriculum, clinicals, student support, clubs, extra-curricular activities and much more. You’ll be able to ask questions that may help you figure out the vibe of Western U.
Class Klatch DONW Class of 2029
Saturday, December 14 at 9:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeDoctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Monday, December 16 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeIDP In’s and Out’s of Your Application Workshop
Monday, December 16 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeDoctor of Pharmacy | Application Workshop
Tuesday, December 17 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeDo you need assistance with your Doctor of Pharmacy program application? Join our virtual application workshop to ask your questions and hear advice from our admissions representatives on how to complete a successful application.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Wednesday, December 18 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeCampus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy
Wednesday, January 8 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeOn-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Thursday, January 9 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeDPT-OR Hands-on Professional Development in Curriculum
Tuesday, January 14 at 5:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeHosted by the Western-U’s College of Health Science located in Lebanon, Oregon, this information session will focus on career preparation within the curriculum of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Faculty members will discuss hands-on experiences in the classroom, service-learning endeavors, research and most importantly, the clinical experiences in hospital and healthcare facilities.
OSU Pre-Med Conference
Wednesday, January 15 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeWesternU COMP-Northwest will be hosting a table at the Annual Oregon State University MAPS Pre-Med Conference. We look forward to meeting attendees and answering any questions we can. “Mapping your medical journey” 12pm-4pm in the Memorial Ballroom
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Thursday, January 16 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeOD Drop-In Group Advising Session
Thursday, January 16 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeDoctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | COMP-Northwest Info Session
Thursday, January 16 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.
Class Klatch – Medical School Mindset
Thursday, January 16 at 6:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeDoctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Friday, January 17 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeInfo Session – Interview Preparation
Tuesday, January 21 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeDoctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | The Good, Bad & Ugly of Medicine (Is becoming a doctor right for you?)
Tuesday, January 21 at 6:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeIs medicine right for you? Join us on Zoom for a two hour session with a panel of osteopathic physicians, COMP-Northwest faculty and alumni, as they lead a discussion on the good, bad and ugly aspects of being a physician.
Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy
Wednesday, January 22 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeOn-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.
Class Klatch – ISAC
Wednesday, January 22 at 6:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeDoctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Thursday, January 23 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeOSU Pre-SOMA Presentation
Thursday, January 23 at 5:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeWesternU Admissions along with a panel of COMP-Northwest medical students who are also OSU alumni will be visiting the Pre-SOMA club at OSU to speak on medical school and osteopathic medicine. Class location TBD.
Master of Science in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Information Session
Monday, January 27 at 9:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeAre 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.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Thursday, January 30 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeCampus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy
Wednesday, February 5 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeOn-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | History of Osteopathic Medicine with OMM Presentation
Monday, February 10 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.
Cal State Monterey Bay – Pre-Vet Club
Tuesday, February 18 at 6:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeCampus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy
Wednesday, February 19 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeOn-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.
DMD-IDP Drop-In Group Advising Session
Monday, February 24 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeMSMS – Professional Possibilities Beyond Healthcare
Tuesday, February 25 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeMarch 2025 WesternU Preview Day & Open House
Saturday, March 1 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeGet 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
Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy
Wednesday, March 5 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeOn-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Medical School Application Process
Tuesday, March 11 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.
San Diego State University’s DPT Grad Panel
Friday, March 14 at 4:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeCampus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy
Wednesday, March 19 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeOn-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.
Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy
Wednesday, April 2 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeOn-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.
Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy
Wednesday, April 16 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeOn-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.
Campus Tour – Doctor of Pharmacy
Wednesday, April 30 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard TimeOn-campus tours of our Pomona, California campus are in-person, program-specific, and typically last 50-60 minutes. Led by members of the admissions office, they offer a great opportunity to get to know the WesternU community, learn more about your program of interest, and ask our admissions counselors any questions you may have.
WesternU Preview Day & Open House | California Campus
Saturday, June 7 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeGet 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