The City College Program in Premedical Studies

Have you dreamed of being a doctor, dentist, veterinarian or other health professional? Well, your dream is now within your grasp. Let City College help you achieve your goals.

ABOUT US
Our college has a long history of academic excellence. For over 150 years this comprehensive institution has educated students who were often new to this country or limited in financial resources. The result: thousands of successful alumni.

Our outstanding Program in Premedical Studies (PPS) is designed to prepare students for careers in medicine, dentistry, osteopathy, veterinary medicine, optometry and podiatry.

Mission Statement
The mission of the Program in Premedical Studies (PPS) of the Division of Science of the City College of New York is to identify and prepare undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students for entry into the professional programs in the health sciences (medicine, dentistry, ostepathy, optometry, podiatry, and veterinary sciences).  The program advances students' knowledge of careers in health sciences through academic advisement, tutoring services, workshops, and symposia.  It interacts with hospitals and other clinical centers to provide volunteer and research opportunities for students.  To facilitate their gaining acceptance to the professional program of their choice, the office guides students through the application process with information on timeliness, and assistance with personal statements, and preparation for interviews.


A HISTORY OF SUCCESS
Since the establishment of the Program in Premedical Studies in 1981, City College students have been admitted to some of the finest medical and dental schools in the country, including Harvard, Columbia, Cornell, Einstein, Stanford, the University of Pennsylvania and Washington University.

Approximately 40% of all PPS applicants who apply to professional programs are successful in gaining admission to one or more schools.


HOW IT WORKS
You enroll in a full program of study in any City College department (usually the sciences).  Students also receive special support services (tutoring, advisement, workshops, etc.) that are designed to help them become a successful applicant to the professional school of their choice.