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The Pre-Medical and General Science Studies Certificate program provides a structured academic background in basic science preparation for students interested in pre-medical studies or other health-related disciplines. The program is designed for individuals returning to school on a part-time or full-time basis. For complete certificate information, please click here.
The program requires completion of twelve degree credit (XL) courses, totaling at least 48 units. Nine courses must be chosen from the four core disciplines of:
- Chemistry
- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Molecular, Cell, Developmental Biology, Physiological Sciences
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Physics
with at least one course in each of the four discipline areas. The remaining three electives may be degree credit (XL) course in other science disciplines, humanities or social sciences.
To view the quarterly schedule of course availability, please click here.
Contact
Sid Sreekaram
(310) 825-7093
ssreekaram@unex.ucla.edu
Estimated Cost
Application & Candidacy Fee: $95.00*
Estimated Program Tuition: $15,000.00
Estimated Program Textbook/Materials: $1,500.00
Estimated Total Cost: $16,500.00
*This program is open admission. The Application & Candidacy fee establishes your candidacy in the certificate for a period of time covering normal progress toward completion and allows you to access a variety of program benefits.
Internship Available: No
Federal Financial Aid Gainful Employment Disclosures
Additional Details
Valid quarter starts for full-time study:
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Estimated Duration (Full-Time Pace):
4
Meets I-20/F1 Visa Requirements:
Yes
VA Approved?:
Yes
Federal Financial Aid Available:
Yes
Maximum Quarters/Terms of Support:
8
Level of Support:
Undergraduate
User Defined Field 1
95
User Defined Field 2
15000
User Defined Field 3
1500
User Defined Field 4
No