Undergraduates are encouraged to become involved in research projects under the University's world-renowned scientists. OSU is a partner with Oregon Health Sciences University in Health Career Choices, a Pipeline program desitned to encourage minority students to enter medicine. Each year, about 15 OSU premedical students receive College of Science scholarships. Students participate in summer research programs at the NIH, NASA, and medical schools, including Harvard and Baylor. The College's internship coordinator can help find the best program for you.
Students share experiences regarding courses, interviews, and other common issues.
OSU hosts programs of interest to premed students. For example, Sir Frances Crick, co-discoverer of the double helix structure of DNA, was a featured speaker at a Linus Pauling Conference. Twice a year, the Chief Pre-medical Adviser provides detailed information on choosing schools, preparing for the MCAT, and filling out the application. Each student's letters of evaluation are sent to the OSU Premedical Committee. Seven faculty members summarize the letters, add personal comments, and send them to the student's choices of schools.