Pre-Med Info Night. Welcome!

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1 Pre-Med Info Night Welcome! University Overview Deb Peffer Director of Admissions and Orientation 1

2 OVERVIEW 9,300 Students : Campus was founded on 200+ acres of the original Henry Ford Estate Over 100 Degree Programs 180 Student Organizations Part of the University of Michigan tradition Michigan Degree 540,000 Alumni 2

3 Campus Profile 4 Academic Colleges 100+ Degree Programs 7,374 Undergrad. / 1,819 Grad. 91% Michigan residents 80% Stay in MI after Graduation 48% First Generation 24% Students of color 8% International students 3

4 Academic Excellence Engaged Faculty No Teaching Assistants Small Classes Honors Program Study Abroad First Year Seminars Certificates New Academic Offerings Applied Statistics Business Studies as a Second Major (for non-bba students) Child Life Individual Program of Study Instructional Technology Robotics Engineering Community Health Education Public Health African and African American Studies Digital Marketing Bioengineering Digital Forensics Reading (Elementary Education) Journalism and Screen Studies 4

5 Top 10 Majors Pre-Business (Business) Undecided Biological Sciences Engineering Computer and Information Science Mechanical Engineering Biochemistry Computer Engineering Psychology Electrical Engineering Bioengineering Fall 2015 Freshmen 12% Undecided Science Building Renovation In 2012, Governor Snyder approved a $30 million capital outlay to help fund our renovation. Completion date: Fall 2016! 5

6 michigandifferencemakers.com Housing for UM-Dearborn Students 6

7 604 bed modern apartment facility New for 2015: The Lofts at Dearborn Fully furnished, free cable, Wi-fi, and all utilities Individual Leases many private bedroom and bathrooms Complete fitness facility Victors Den - student life center Student lounge and House of Maize and Blue performing arts space Meeting and study rooms 4 minute walk to University Center - Main Campus Shuttle service to campus unionatdearborn.com The CIViC Community Involvement and Volunteerism Center Examples: Rouge Rescue MLK Day of Service Metro-Detroit Youth Day Gandhi Day of Service Make a Difference Day National Volunteer Week 7

8 Get Involved Engaged Students are Successful Students! NSSE Survey 180 Student Orgs Leadership Volunteering Entertainment Greek Life Diversity Arts and Music Wolverine Athletics and Recreation 9 Varsity Sports Club Sports Intramurals Wellness Center Admission Criteria More selective Each application reviewed individually Academic performance ACT or SAT scores Trends of Grades Final Grade Review 2015 Freshman Averages: GPA: 3.6 ACT:

9 Applying to Maize and Blue Apply online December 15 for guaranteed scholarship consideration We do admit students until classes begin Submit official transcripts Submit ACT or SAT Scores No letters of recommendation or essays Exceptional Value Sources: *America s Best Colleges 2015, U.S. News and World Report **Report on Tuition and Fees, , Presidents Council, State Universities of Michigan ***petersons.com/college-search/lake-superior-state-university-000_ aspx ****nmu.edu/institutionalresearch 9

10 Cost Snapshot Estimate for one year (Fall and Winter Semesters) for Michigan Residents Tuition and Fees* $11,600 Books and Supplies 1,300 Total Undergraduate Costs $12,900 Non-Michigan Residents Tuition and Fees* $23,800 Books and Supplies 1,300 Total Undergraduate Costs $25,100 Save $28,000 to $44,000 over four years in room and board costs by living at home and commuting! Freshman Scholarships for Fall 2016 OUT-OF-STATE SCHOLARSHIPS 10

11 Pre-Professional Health UM-Dearborn What is Pre-Med or Pre-Health? A collection of required courses that prepare you for pursuing a career in a health profession A commitment to perform and serve Most importantly, it s a FRAME OF MIND It is not a major at UM-Dearborn 11

12 Pre-Health Programs at and the Prerequisite Exams PROFESSION Allopathic Medicine (MD) Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Dentistry Veterinary Medicine Pharmacy Physician Assistant Physical Therapy Optometry EXAM MCAT MCAT DAT GRE PCAT GRE GRE OAT Choice of Concentration/Major Are some majors preferred by med schools and other programs? Science vs. Non-Science Choice of Major is not critical Prerequisite courses in Science Quality and Rigor of the Degree Common majors chosen at UM-Dearborn: Biology, Psychology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Microbiology and Chemistry 12

13 Medical College Admission Test The MCAT is a standardized, multiple-choice exam designed to assess your problem solving, critical thinking, and knowledge of natural, behavioral, and social science concepts and principles prerequisite to the study of medicine. New and Improved MCAT launched in April, Old MCAT New MCAT Pre-Health Studies Required Courses Biology 130 and 140 Chemistry 134 and 136 Chemistry 225, 226, and 227 Physics 125 and 126 (150 and 151) One year of English/Composition Math is variable (requirement for many sciences) Psyc 170/171 and Soc 200 Biochem 370/

14 Pre-Health Studies Recommended Courses Upper-level courses in the Life Sciences: Biochemistry, Human Physiology, Genetics, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Comparative Anatomy, Molecular Biology, etc. Courses in: Sociology, Psychology, Medical Ethics, Health Policies, Health Economics, Anthropology, etc. Courses in other areas that interest you, especially those with heavy reading and writing components. Students benefit from a strong liberal arts foundation. Recommendations Before UM-Dearborn For Transfer and Dual Enrollment students: Don t split the basic science classes between the CC and the University (especially General and Organic Chemistry). Take some but not all the science prerequisite classes in the CC (mainly for Pre-Med and Pre-Dental students). Most commonly completed courses in the CC: English, Math, Physics and some Distribution requirements. For students with AP/IB credits: AP and IB credits is a good thing! Make sure you have upper level credits in Biology and Chemistry if you have AP/IB credits in Biology or Chemistry. Check with the Advisor on the individual Medical School AP requirements. 14

15 Selection Criteria for Health-Professional Schools Academics (overall and science) Standardized Tests: MCAT, DAT, PCAT, OAT, GRE Experience in health care Extracurricular involvement Research Letters of recommendation Personal statement and interview Exploration Extracurricular Activities - Quality not Quantity Knowledge of the Profession Patient Contact - essential for most programs Community Service Shadowing Exploring the World understand the challenges of cultural, economic, and social differences Exploring Languages - study abroad Leadership Quality Research 15

16 Small class sizes Why UM-Dearborn? Faculty - dedicated, experts, active in research (no TAs) Opportunities for research: hands-on experience Close student-faculty interaction ALL courses needed for the health profession Pre-health advising Excellent support system advising staff, faculty, academic support, office of student engagement Vibrant student life student-oriented campus 16

17 Pre-Health Advising Benefits One-on-one counseling - starting in first semester. Group advising sessions students. Help with: choice of classes, majors, and extracurriculars; timelines, application process, personal statements, choice of schools, etc. Online resources. On- and off-campus events. Involvement with national, regional, and state health profession advising associations. Aware of recent developments in the industry Relationships with Professional Schools. Pre-Health Program Benefits Active pre-health student organizations Leadership opportunities Supplemental Instruction Program Leadership opportunities Internship/volunteering/community service HF Hospitals, DMC, Oakwood Hospitals ACCESS, Hope Clinic, AIHFS, Huda Clinic, CASS Clinic CIViC: Gleaners, Habitat for Humanity, United Way, Vista Maria, Salvation Army, Relay for Life, Friends of the Rouge Active alumni participation 17

18 Pre-Health Events Informational meetings/seminars by schools and medical professionals. Examples: UM-AA Medical, Dental and Pharmacy Schools Wayne State Medical, Pharmacy and Health Sciences UD-Mercy School of Dentistry MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine Doctors, Medical Students, Health Professionals Faculty, Student, and Alumni Panels Off campus: events at UM-AA, tours of medical, dental, pharmacy schools Michigan Medical Education Day (MMED) and Pre-Health Conference at UM-AA Student Organizations Pre-Professional Health Society Pre-Students of Osteopathic Medicine Pre-Dental Association Pre-Optometry Club Pre-Veterinary Club American Red Cross Club Phi Delta Epsilon MCAT Club 18

19 Professional Next Step 145 Allopathic (MD) Schools In 2013, over 48,014 applicants 20,055 matriculated (42%) 31 Osteopathic (DO) Schools 65 Dental Schools 132 Pharmacy Schools 30 Veterinary Schools 22 Optometry Schools Professional School Placements MD Schools University of Michigan Medical School Michigan State College of Human Medicine Wayne State U. School of Medicine Oakland U. William Beaumont School of Medicine Central Michigan U. School of Medicine Ohio State U. College of Medicine Case Western Reserve U. School of Medicine University of Chicago Washington U. Medical School, St Louis, MO DO Schools Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine Ohio U. College of Osteopathic Medicine Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine Midwestern U. 19

20 Professional School Placements Dental Schools University of Michigan, College of Dentistry (108) University of Detroit Mercy, School of Dentistry (88) The Ohio State U. College of Dentistry Case School of Dental Medicine Nova Southeastern U., FL University of Pennsylvania Dental School, PA Tufts U. School of Dentistry Pharmacy Schools University of Michigan College of Pharmacy Wayne State U. College of Pharmacy Ferris State U. College of Pharmacy Ohio State U. College of Pharmacy University of Toledo College of Pharmacy Midwestern U. Chicago College of Pharmacy Professional School Placements Optometry Schools Ferris State U. Ohio State U. Physician Assistant Programs Wayne State U. Western Michigan U. UD-Mercy Central Michigan U. Grand Valley State U. 20

21 Professional School Placements Physical Therapy Programs Wayne State U. Central Michigan U. Grand Valley State U. UM-Flint Oakland U. Veterinarian Schools Ohio State U. Purdue U. Michigan State U. (College of Vet. Med.) The Bottom line 100% of the qualified candidates get in. strong academic standing >3.7 GPA high MCAT/DAT/PCAT scores extensive volunteering experiences Students who regularly keep up with the advisors are more successful. Successful students take ownership of their career and life and work hard towards their goal. 21

22 Programs in Health Juliette Roddy, Ph.D. Chair, Health and Human Services Department Individual health How do you produce health? Health from healthcare Many students only think of pre-med Biology Chemistry BioChem But we know that a great deal of health is produced outside of the clinic Genetics Behaviors Socioeconomic class and neighborhoods 22

23 This is public health What is public health? Public Health is the science of protecting and improving the health of communities through education, promotion of healthy lifestyles and research for disease and injury prevention. Public health professionals analyze the effect on health of genetics, personal choice and the environment in order to develop programs that protect health Public health Major or Minor Public health professionals focus on prevention in contrast to clinical professionals, such as doctors or nurses, who focus primarily on treating individuals after they become sick or injured. 23

24 Determinants of Population Health Public health careers: Health Policy and Management Epidemiology Behavioral Science and Health Education Health Communications Occupational Safety and Health Environmental Health Sciences International and Global Health Public Health Preparedness and Function 24

25 Health Policy Studies A degree that offers exposure to a wide range of topics Emphasizes policy issues Specialized tracks: HBHE, Human Resources, Information Systems, Finance, Marketing, Health Planning Individualized tracks: biomedical, gerontology, organizational change Major or Minor in HPS Child Life Specialist, Addiction Studies and Social Work Child Life Specialists advocate for children during times of trauma Combines health, social work and education Addiction studies focuses on the health aspects of recovery Addiction studies partners with Criminal Justice Social Work Minor that focuses on partnering and knowledge of social service agencies Major, Certificate, Minor The Social Work minor educates other professional on when to contact social services. 25

26 Our new degrees: how do they contribute to Detroit? Internships and research experience: American Indian Health and Family Services Matrix Health and Human Services SHAR House (Self Help Addiction Rehab) Detroit Wayne County Health Authority Joy Southfield Community Development Clinic HealthyDetroit--health parks! Western Wayne Family Health Centers Oakwood Health Systems Red Cross Southwest Solutions HHS believes in and teaches community Slow Roll!! 26

27 Many opportunities in health Opportunities to make a difference Opportunities to become involved in the Detroit community Opportunities to become educated and to assist in the education of others Opportunities to ride bikes and play in parks. Questions? Our Panelists Anisa Bici Biology Major / Pre-Pharmacy Christina Ceci Biochemistry Major / Pre-Med Ali Elsaghir Winter 2015 Graduate-Biology / Pre-Med Haseeb Jameel Biology Major / Pre-Dental Zac Saleh Biochemistry Major / Pre-Med Dr. Marie M. Lozon 27