The most frequently recommended courses are biochemistry, calculus, genetics, and developmental biology or embryology. A few schools encourage courses in Spanish and comparative anatomy. The following courses at Sonoma State will generally fulfill the required or recommended courses suggested above. A study of the admission requirements for a number of medical schools reveals a number of common statements and requirements. A four year degree curriculum is essentially required even though 90 semester units is the minimum requirement for most medical schools.
Any undergraduate major is acceptable as long as the following courses are presented for admission.
A course in Biochemistry is required by U.C. Irvine 3. This preparation, while seemingly heavy is also suitable for students undecided between medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, osteopathic medicine, podiatry or a para-medical career. Students should see a major advisor, as well as a pre-medical advisor, in their first year.