{"id":11241,"date":"2025-11-04T10:49:53","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T15:49:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/ssm\/?page_id=11241"},"modified":"2026-08-25T11:28:38","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T15:28:38","slug":"career-specific-information","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/ssm\/career-specific-information\/","title":{"rendered":"Career Specific Information"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 id=\"h-md-phd-or-do-phd-programs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">MD-PhD or DO-PhD Programs<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:post-content -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/applying-medical-school\/article\/applying-mdphd-programs-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Information on MD-PhD Programs from AAMC<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<strong>To find the various DO-PhD Programs, simple search the web with the keywords &#8220;Do PhD Program&#8221;<\/strong>\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe Gateways to the Laboratory Program is highlighted by the NIH as one of the top ten summer programs for underrepresented and disadvantaged students interested in MD-PhD dual degrees.\u00a0 Applications and more information for the Gateways to the Laboratory Summer Program for Pre-MD-PhD students may be found <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/teach.weill.cornell.edu\/mdphd\/undergraduate-summer-program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"MD\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pre-Medical Information<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/navigator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The AAMC&#8217;s &#8220;Pre-med Navigator&#8221;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong> is a monthly e-newsletter that includes information, resources, tips, and important dates for pre-meds.\nThe AAMC&#8217;s expectations for medical school applicants are posted here: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/real-stories-demonstrating-premed-competencies\/premed-competencies-entering-medical-students\">The Premed Competencies for Entering Medical Students <\/a><\/strong>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aamc.org\/data\/facts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Average GPA and MCAT scores for MD School Matriculants (accepted students)<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/financial-aid-resources\/cost-applying-medical-school\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The Cost of Applying<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/citadel.edu\/root\/images\/Biology\/pre-health\/compare%20south%20carolina.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Compare the Four SC Medical Schools (compiled Nov. 2018)<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/biology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/46\/MSAR_Premed_Course_Requirements_07.17.23.pdf\">Prerequisites for Medical School<\/a><\/strong>\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nSome medical schools now require another test, in addition to the MCAT, called a judgement test.\u00a0 There are two popular options: CASPer and PREview.\u00a0 You can learn more at these links:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ocs.yale.edu\/resources\/information-about-situational-judgement-exams-preview-and-casper\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Information about Situational Judgement Exams<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> ;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/system\/files\/2023-05\/MSAR_Situational_Judgment_Test_%28SJT%29_and_or_other_Assessments_05.19.23.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Which MD medical schools require judgement exams?<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacom.org\/explore-med-schools\/choose-do-explorer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore Admissions Requirements for DO medical schools: search &#8220;CASPer&#8221;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-medical-school-to-become-an-md-physician-allopathic-medicine\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medical School to become an MD physician (Allopathic Medicine)<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/medschool.ucla.edu\/body.cfm?id=1158&amp;action=detail&amp;ref=1019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Compare MD and DO Programs<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aamc.org\/students\/applying\/requirements\/msar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Medical School Admission Requirements Guidebook (MSAR)<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aamc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Association of American Medical Colleges<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> <\/strong>(see &#8220;Medical Schools&#8221; in left hand column for detailed information concerning medical schools in each state)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aamc.org\/students\/amcas\/start.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American Medical College Application Service<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/applying-medical-school\/applying-medical-school-process\/applying-medical-school-amcas\/amcas-tools-and-tutorials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to complete the online AMCAS medical school application<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/applying-medical-school\/faq\/amcas-faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What is the Early Decision Program (EDP)?<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong> &#8211; choose &#8220;Early Decision Program&#8221; from the left-hand menu<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/citadel.edu\/root\/images\/Biology\/slater.md.stats.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Allopathic Medical School Requirements and Statistics<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> <\/strong>(by Nicholas Slater)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nGood news for Citadel Cadets: The MUSC College Of Medicine Admissions committee uses the Barron\u2019s Profiles of American Colleges competitiveness rankings of undergraduate schools to adjust applicants\u2019 undergraduate GPA. The Citadel is ranked as a \u2018competitive school\u2019 so graduates receive a GPA boost of .19. Graduates of The Citadel Honors College receive a GPA \u2018boost\u2019 of .34 to their overall GPA.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"DO\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medical School to become a DO physician (Osteopathic Medicine)<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/medschool.ucla.edu\/body.cfm?id=1158&amp;action=detail&amp;ref=1019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Compare MD and DO Programs<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/citadel.edu\/root\/images\/Biology\/pre-health\/do.info.links.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Important DO Links and Information<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacom.org\/become-a-doctor\/apply-to-medical-school\">AACOMAS Application Guide<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canvas.net\/browse\/rowanu\/courses\/osteopathic-medicine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Free Online Course to Learn About Osteopathic Medicine<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/doctorsthatdo.org\/find-your-do\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find a DO to shadow<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <\/strong>just fill in your zip code and the system will return a list of DOs to contact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/choosedo.org\/choose-do-explorer-registration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Guide to Osteopathic Medical Colleges<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacom.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM)<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.osteopathic.org\/Pages\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American Osteopathic Association (AOA)<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacom.org\/become-a-doctor\/about-osteopathic-medicine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What is Osteopathic Medicine?<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacom.org\/news-reports\/news\/2019\/02\/05\/aacom-launches-2019-financial-aid-debt-management-modules\">Financial Aid Debt Management Modules for Osteopathic Medical School Students.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-international-medical-schools\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">International Medical Schools<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nGenerally we do not recommend students attend medical school abroad; however, there are a few International Medical Schools that qualify for Federal Student Aid and have fairly good records for students passing board exams and getting residency placements.\u00a0 When it comes to these schools our advice is &#8220;buyer beware.&#8221; Do your homework before you apply.\u00a0 A few of the better options are listed below.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ochsner.uq.edu.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The University of Queensland\/Ochsner<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.umhs-sk.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>UMHS, St. Kitts<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aucmed.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American University of the Caribbean<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/medical.rossu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ross University, School of Medicine<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saba.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saba University School of Medicine<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sgu.edu\/md\/attend\/?gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=Croud_Paid-Search_Google_US_Search_Lead-Gen_Prospecting_Brand_Core&amp;utm_term=st+george%27s+university+school+of+medicine&amp;utm_content=Brand&amp;gad=1&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhuqHp4Ph_wIVKTHUAR3QzQ_IEAAYASAAEgII3fD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\"><strong>St George&#8217;s University, School of Medicine<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-other-medical-school-information\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medical School Information<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aamc.org\/msar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Medical School Application guidebook (MSAR)<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>\n<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/citadel.edu\/root\/images\/Biology\/pre-health\/musc.minority.mentorship.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mentorship Program for Pre-Med Minority Students and Women<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>\n<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.musc.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Medical University of South Carolina<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>\n<strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usuhs.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/citadel.edu\/root\/images\/Biology\/pre-health\/usuhs.binder.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USUHS presentation<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usuhs.edu\/academics\">USUHS <\/a><\/strong><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usuhs.edu\/academics\"><strong>Programs and Degrees<\/strong><\/a>\n<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.med.sc.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of South Carolina Medical School<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>\n<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.greenvillemed.sc.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of South Carolina School of Medicine &#8211; Greenville<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-mcat-preparation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">MCAT Preparation<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/media\/9261\/download?utm_source=sfmc&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=advisor&amp;utm_content=newsletter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What is on the MCAT Exam?<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nextsteptestprep.com\/2013\/04\/05\/best-and-worst-times-to-take-the-mcat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>When should I take the MCAT?<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/register-mcat-exam\/us-mcat-calendar-scheduling-deadlines-and-score-release-dates-0\"><strong>U.S. MCAT Calendar, Scheduling Deadlines, and Score Release Dates<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/applying-medical-school\/taking-mcat-exam\/how-i-prepared-mcat-exam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>How should I study for the MCAT?<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aamc.org\/students\/applying\/mcat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MCAT<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> <\/strong>(registration information, purchase practice tests, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/applying-medical-school\/article\/online-practice-mcat-exam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Full-length Practice Tests from AAMC<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.khanacademy.org\/test-prep\/mcat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Free MCAT Prep from Khan Academy<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> &#8211; <\/strong><\/strong>There are 4 links to various types of practice questions at the top, and below that are links to lectures on the various \u201cFoundational Concepts\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.informingfuturedoctors.com\/challenge-page\/19b2af34-de7c-4c46-8c05-ee0eb23af88e?programId=19b2af34-de7c-4c46-8c05-ee0eb23af88e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Informing Future Doctors Free 6-Month Program<\/strong> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wxKdBC121fs&amp;list=UU2jNBBBbMSWdir5Uibepq0A&amp;index=202\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Help with Passages<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.kaplan.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kaplan<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> <\/strong><\/strong><em>The Citadel now has a contract with Kaplan for big discounts on MCAT prep courses.\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.review.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Princeton Review<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ankiapp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>AnkiApp<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> (flashcards on your phone)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/examkrackers.com\/\"><strong>ExamKrackers Test Prep<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a title=\"Original URL:\nhttps:\/\/www.learner.com\/test-prep#worksheets\n\nClick to follow link.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.learner.com\/test-prep#worksheets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-outlook-id=\"e09a2833-c6b8-4bce-89c2-b14c16b588be\">Learner Test Prep<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blueprintprep.com\/mcat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Next Step MCAT Prep<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Now Blueprint<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scribd.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>For $10\/month you can rent access to books including Kaplan MCAT prep books<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gradschool.uworld.com\/mcat\/\">UWorld MCAT Prep Discount for Citadel Students:<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cUWorld\u201d is an MCAT Prep company that offers an interactive question bank that has given many students improved MCAT scores.\u00a0 Please contact Dr. Imam for potential discounts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"Dental\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pre-Dental Information<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.adea.org\/officialguide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ADEA Official Guide to Dental Schools<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> <\/strong>contains requirements and stats for all US Dental Schools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adea.org\/GoDental\/Application_Prep\/Preparing_for_Dental_School\/Prerequisites.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Prerequisites<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/dentists.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dentist Occupational Outlook<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adea.org\/GoDental\/Application_Prep\/The_Admissions_Process\/Dental_Admission_Test_(DAT).aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dental Admissions Test, DAT<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.adea.org\/uploadedFiles\/ADEA\/Content_Conversion_Final\/dental_education_pathways\/aadsas\/Applicants\/GeneralInstructions\/FINAL2019ADEAAADSASInstructionsDEPRevised3-3.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>AADSAS Application Manual (PDF)<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.asdanet.org\/predental\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Helpful Hints for Pre-Dental<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adea.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American Dental Education Association <span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>(ADEA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.asdanet.org\/predental\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pre-dental Student Organization that can help you prepare for dental school &#8211; ASDA<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/AADSASAnswers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Videos about the Dental School Application Process<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<strong>MUSC College of Dental Medicine Recruitment <\/strong>provides programming that educates and encourages students to pursue a career in the field of dentistry. We work to increase the number of applicants and support student retention at the College of Dental Medicine. For more information visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dentistry.musc.edu\/programs\/recruitment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MUSC College of Dental Medicine Recruitment Events<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"Vet\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Veterinary Medicine<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/applytovetschool.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">VMSAR: A Guide to Veterinary Medical Education<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li>The <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aavmc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges <span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>(AAVMC) provides information and a central application service, the VMCAS. Not all schools use the central application service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/veterinarians.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Veterinarian Occupational Outlook<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aavmc.org\/additional-pages\/admitted-student-statistics.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Who Gets In?<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li>Standardized testing: Most veterinary colleges no longer require any standardized test; however, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.takethegre.com\/gre-test?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxbjik_3Q5QIVFpSzCh2c0wduEAAYASAAEgJLxPD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GRE<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong> is still required for 6 colleges. Some colleges require Caspar testing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aavmc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/AAVMC-Advisor-Guide-04.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here and see p. 6 to learn about what courses to take to prepare for Veterinary School<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/aavmc.org\/College-Specific-Requirements\/College-Specific-Requirements_College-Specifications.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">List of Colleges of Veterinary Medicine<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong>Visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/#!\/pages\/Veterinary-Medical-College-Application-Service-VMCAS\/119971444705528?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">VMCAS Facebook Page <span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>for Pre-Veterinary Students<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong>Volunteer<\/strong> at Bees Ferry Veterinary Hospital (3422 Shelby Ray Ct. | Charleston, SC 29414). \u00a0Call 843.769.6784<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"PA\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Physician Assistants<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aapa.org\/career-central\/become-a-pa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Become a PA<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/physician-assistants.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>PA Occupational Outlook<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/paeaonline.org\/our-programs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Free PA Program Directory<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Official resource from The Physician Assistant Education Association, contains pertinent information about all PA programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/recruiting.army.mil\/armypa\/becomePA\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The Army&#8217;s PA School<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Applicants-Manual-Physician-Assistant-Programs\/dp\/1541298985\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Applicant Manual of PA Programs<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li>MUSC&#8217;s<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/chp.musc.edu\/academics\/physician-assistant\/admissions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Physician Assistant<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> <\/strong>Program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/scapapartners.org\/student-membership\/aspire-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ASPIRE &#8211; Pre-PA Students Society: Pre-PA SCAPA<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>, benefits include: admission to \u201cBecoming a PA\u201d panel at our Annual Fall Conference \u2022 Quarterly newsletter, announcements, and events, full of information about entering our amazing profession.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li>PA programs often require or recommend at least 1,000 hours of health care experience prior to admission.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li>Apply for a <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/pashadowonline.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shadowing opportunity <span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>with a PA mentor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/pa.med.sc.edu\/admissions.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Prerequisites for USC SOM PA Program<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caspa.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CASPA<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>: <\/strong>Centralized Online Application Service for PA Programs. <a href=\"https:\/\/paeaonline.org\/resources\/member-resources\/caspa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"Nurse\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nursing<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe Citadel offers a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/citadel.edu\/root\/nursing-undergraduate-programs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4-year BSN for cadets<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong> and an <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/citadel.edu\/root\/eveningundergraduatestudies-2-2-programs\/nursing?gclid=CJGh1YCpldICFdcYgQod3fABJQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">evening 2+2 BSN Program for non-cadets.<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 id=\"h-paying-for-nursing-school\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paying for Nursing School<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bhw.hrsa.gov\/loansscholarships\/nursecorps\/scholarship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NURSE Corps Scholarship Program<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>a selective program of the U.S. Government that helps alleviate the critical shortage of nurses currently experienced by certain types of health care facilities located in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). Upon graduation, NURSE Corps Scholarship recipients work at these facilities for at least two years, earning the same competitive salary and benefits as any new hire.\n<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bhw.hrsa.gov\/programs\/nurse-corps\/scholarship\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ACTIVE NURSE CORPS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacnnursing.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American Association of Colleges of Nursing<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> <\/strong>look under the &#8220;Students&#8221; tab for helpful information\n<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/citadel.edu\/root\/images\/Biology\/pre-health\/academic.routes.nursing.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to become a nurse<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong> from Marcia Boynton, Adrian College, Michigan\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<strong>Standardized Test to enter Nursing School<\/strong>: Here is info about the TEAS V test: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.testprepreview.com\/teas_practice.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">http:\/\/www.testprepreview.com\/teas_practice.htm<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> and\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atitesting.com\/TEAS\/STUDY-MANUAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ATI TEAS STUDY GUIDE<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacn.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree after graduating from The Citadel<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>:<\/strong> Accelerated baccalaureate programs offer the quickest route to licensure as a registered nurse (RN) for adults who have already completed a bachelor&#8217;s or graduate degree in a non-nursing discipline. Fast-track\/accelerated baccalaureate programs take between 11 and 18 months to complete, including prerequisites.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-master-s-level-entry-to-become-a-nurse-after-graduating-with-a-non-nursing-degree-from-the-citadel\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Master&#8217;s Level Entry to become a nurse after graduating with a non-nursing degree from The Citadel<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usfca.edu\/nursing\/programs\/graduate\/masters-nursing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The University of San Francisco School of Nursing. Scroll down to &#8220;CNL OPTION FOR THE NON-NURSE WITH A BACCALAUREATE DEGREE&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/nursing.jhu.edu\/academics\/programs\/pre-licensure\/masters-entry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Johns Hopkins<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nursing.ucla.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UCLA School of Nursing<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nursing.uic.edu\/academics-admissions\/graduate-entry-master-science-program#program-overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Illinois at Chicago College of Nursing (UIC CON)<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nursing.hawaii.edu\/graduate\/gepn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Hawai&#8217;i at M\u0101noa School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.augusta.edu\/nursing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Georgia Regents University<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> &#8211; Links to <strong><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bestnursingdegree.com\/programs\/direct-entry-msn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Others<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> &#8211; <\/strong><\/strong>Caution with these &#8211; avoid all &#8220;Online&#8221; programs, and make sure any program you choose is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsna.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Student Nurses Association<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nursing.emory.edu\/overview\/financial-aid-and-scholarships#Section-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Minority Nursing Scholarships at Emory University<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/online\/healthcare\/news\/become-nurse-practitioner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Become a Nurse Practitioner\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aana.com\/membership\/become-a-crna\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Become a Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dworakpeck.usc.edu\/academic-programs\/master-of-science-nursing\/program-overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Become a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a> &#8211; after becoming a nurse you may take a fully online program at the University of Southern California<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"Optometry\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Optometry School<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nFor information about Optometry School, you may visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/optometriceducation.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO).<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong>\n<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/myasco.opted.org\/searchEngines\/admissions_advanced_search_form.aspx\">Optometry Programs Admissions Directory,<\/a><\/strong>\n<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/help.liaisonedu.com\/OptomCAS_Applicant_Help_Center\/Filling_Out_Your_OptomCAS_Application\/Supporting_Information\/01_Evaluations\">OptomCAS Recommendation Information<\/a><\/strong>\nReview the admissions requirements for each school or college of optometry\u00a0to which you are interested in applying to determine if you have fulfilled, or are in the process to fulfill, their\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/optometriceducation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/ASCO-Prerequisites-2024.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prerequisite requirements<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>\nReview the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optomcas.org\/information-about-schools-colleges\/letters-of-recommendations\/\">\u00a0recommendation requirements\u00a0<\/a>for each school or college of optometry\u00a0to which you are interested in applying\n<a href=\"https:\/\/help.liaisonedu.com\/OptomCAS_Applicant_Help_Center\">OptomCAS instructions<\/a>\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"Pharmacy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pharmacy<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/pharmacists.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Occupational Outlook for Pharmacy<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmacy.musc.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MUSC&#8217;s College of Pharmacy<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.campbell.edu\/cphs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Campbell University<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"Other\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Health-Related Professions<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.asahp.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions (ASAHP)<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/chp.musc.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MUSC College of Health Professions<\/strong><span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/a>: Information Sessions are held every semester in the College of Health Professions at the Medical University of South Carolina. 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