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.

Visit DMU to Explore Podiatric Medicine

Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences invites YOU to join us on campus for Podiatric Medicine Exploration Day on Thursday, April 2, 4-6pm CT.

Join DMU’s Podiatric Medicine program faculty, students, and staff to explore podiatry! You will learn about the …

By Mary Jane Shroyer
Mary Jane Shroyer Director, Health Professions Career Community
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Summer Prehealth Internship at Temple

Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine offers a free, eight-day summer internship for prehealth students. Learn about the wide variety of clinical specialties available to Doctors of Podiatric Medicine, from primary care to surgery. Students interested in serving diverse patient …

By Mary Jane Shroyer
Mary Jane Shroyer Director, Health Professions Career Community
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Pre-Med Webinar: Paying for Med School

The American Associate of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine is hosting a comprehensive webinar on February 16, 2026 at 5pm CT that will cover:

This information is applicable to both DO and MD programs so all pre-med students are encouraged to …

By Mary Jane Shroyer
Mary Jane Shroyer Director, Health Professions Career Community
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Resources

CASPer is a situational judgment test required as part of the admissions process to a variety of health professions graduate …

Firsthand Vault Guides

Vault Career Guide to Health Care Management, Fifth Edition
Vault Guide to Top Internships, 2025 Edition

The Vault Guide to Top Internships rates more than 100 internship programs. Based on a survey of approximately 20,000 interns, …

Vault Guide to Health Care Management Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Nursing Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Health Care Provider Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Coaching and Sports Training, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

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Address

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1103 Park Street
Grinnell, IA 50112

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Tuesday 8:00am–5:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am–5:00pm
Thursday 8:00am–5:00pm
Friday 8:00am–5:00pm
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