- Gannon University offers competitive affiliation programs with
both osteopathic and allopathic medical schools: Lake Erie College of
Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM), Philadelphia College of Osteopathic
Medicine (PCOM), Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM), and
University of Medicine and Health Sciences (UMHS). Each of these
programs provides competitive students with an advantage over students
at other colleges at the time of application.
- Three of our four affiliation programs allow the student to
complete the undergraduate phase of the program in three years rather
than four, although the majority of students choose to complete a
bachelor’s degree prior to attending professional school.
- Recent Gannon graduates are pursuing medical degrees at the
following institutions: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Ross
University, St. George’s University, University at Buffalo, Philadelphia
College of Osteopathic Medicine, Pennsylvania State University, Thomas
Jefferson University, Ohio University, University of North Texas and
Trinity School of Medicine.
You Will Learn
Physicians examine patients, collect medical histories, prescribe
treatments or medications, and order and interpret tests used to
diagnose illness. Our small class sizes, high-quality academics and
customized curricula collectively create a strong foundation for
students preparing to apply to medical school. Students are able to
complete the necessary prerequisite coursework and major in a degree of
their choosing (most commonly biology, chemistry or biochemistry).
Students are provided with expert advising and numerous resources as
they work toward becoming a competitive professional school applicant.
You Will Experience
Gannon University’s pre-medical students have the opportunity to
become well-rounded leaders both in and out of the classroom. Their
involvement in service and scholarship activities prepares them for a
career in the health professions. Pre-medical students are eligible to
participate in:
- Gannon faculty-led research.
- Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU), a program sponsored by the NSF.
- shadowing opportunities coordinated by the Career Exploration and Development Office.
- workshops reviewing the application process, personal statements, interviewing, etc.
- unique pre-medical courses including Community Health Coaches
(course and internship), Medical Practice and Training and an MCAT prep
course.
- The Penn State Primary Care Scholars Program, an opportunity for
qualified students to gain exposure to medical school and learn about
the current issues regarding primary health care.
- Gannon University Pre-Health Club.
- Health Professions Theme Community, a residency enrichment program located in North Hall.
You Will Achieve
Physicians may choose to specialize in various fields. Such opportunities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- anesthesiology
- family and general medicine
- general pediatrics
- internal medicine
- obstetrics and gynecology
- public health
- psychiatry
- surgery
Physicians may also work in a number of settings, including:
- clinics
- group practices
- healthcare organizations
- long-term care facilities
- private practices
- research facilities
You Will Earn
Estimates show that the job outlook will continue to increase much faster than average for physicians (14 percent growth) through 2024. The salary for physicians is among the highest of all health-related occupations. The median annual salary for these healthcare professionals in 2015 was greater than or equal to $187,200.
- anesthesiologist
- cardiologist
- gastroenterologist
- internist
- obstetrician and gynecologist
- surgeon
All salary information is compiled from data gathered from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov) and/or PayScale (payscale.com).
You Will Study
Gannon University has a long history of helping a number of qualified
and motivated students successfully achieve acceptance into medical
school. Students may pursue a major of their choice in which they will
receive expert advising. They take a balanced and rigorous course load
that includes the fundamental science courses medical schools require as
prerequisite coursework. In addition, we offer a variety of
medically-relevant undergraduate coursework that help students prepare
for a successful transition into a rigorous medical school curriculum.
- BIOL 307/308: Vertebrate Embryology and Lab
- BIOL 320/321: Histology and Lab
- BIOL 331/332: Microbiology and Lab
- BIOL 338/339: Immunology and Lab
- BIOL 344: Virology
- BIOL 347/348: Developmental Biology and Lab
- BIOL 363: Endocrinology
- BIOL 365/366: Human Gross Anatomy and Lab (cadaver-based)
- BIOL 373/374: Cellular Biochemistry and Lab
- BIOL 375/376: Cell Biology and Lab
- BIOL 490: Introduction to Pathology
- CHEM 366: Structural Biochemistry
- CHEM 368: Biochemical Pathways
Liberal Studies Core
The Liberal Studies Core Curriculum is one reflection of Gannon University's commitment to
its Catholic identity. The Core's design offers students a defined, integrated, shared
experience as the foundation for their undergraduate program.