Health Professions

Are you passionate about a career path that draws deeply on science and human behavior?
Do you want to do social justice work in the areas of health disparities and illness prevention?
Are you fascinated by the systems of the human body and how they interact with natural and social influences?

Health Professions prepares Grinnellians for careers in medicine, public health, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physical and occupational therapy, nursing, and more. We support both students and young alumni during the application process.

Health Professions Advisory Committee

The Health Professions Advisory Committee (HPAC) at Grinnell helps students prepare for application to health professional graduate schools. Learn about course recommendations, timelines for applying, requesting committee letters, and more.

Public Health

Explore the field of public health and learn more about graduate programs, including the Master of Public Health Cooperative Degree Program through the University of Iowa College of Public Health.

Exploring the Health Professions

Discover the many health professions, research programs, and learn about resources to prepare you to apply, including fee assistance programs to make applying more affordable.

Identity-Based Resources for Pre-Health Students

Find mentors and professional support within the health professions.

Applying to Health Professions Programs

Resources to help you complete your application.

Interviews

Information and resources to help you prepare for interviews.

News & Advice

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AACOMAS Webinar Series for Applicants

AACOM is excited to announce our 2026 AACOMAS Cycle Launch Webinars! This eight-part virtual event series is designed to guide aspiring physicians through every stage of the medical school application journey. Whether students are just beginning to explore their options …

By Mary Jane Shroyer

Virtual Series Explores PharmD Track

The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy is hosting PharmD Level Up , a dynamic series of live events designed to educate and inspire about the vast opportunities within pharmacy. Each session brings together pharmacy experts to explore career paths, emerging …

By Mary Jane Shroyer

Summer Health Professions Education Program Application Due 2/5/25

The deadline to apply for the Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) is February 5. This free program is implemented at 12 universities across the nation. Each institution provides scholars with academic enrichment in the basic sciences and math, clinical …

By Mary Jane Shroyer