Dream It, Do It
Pre-Professional Programs
at Saint Francis

Start here: Apply or learn more. If admitted, you’ll be automatically considered for scholarships!

Live your ultimate dream—as a doctor, dentist, chiropractor or physician assistant.

“The science education at Saint Francis is amazing. We are all so well prepared. One hundred percent of the Pre Bio majors who apply to graduate school get in. We have pre-dental grads going to Indiana University, one of the most prestigious dental schools in the U.S.” — Audrie Bowman ’27, Biology Pre-Dental major

Achatz Hall of Science

Work and learn in state-of-the-art labs with professional instrumentation and equipment:

  • Anatomy/ Human Cadaver lab
  • Biotechnology lab
  • Microbiology lab
  • Chemistry lab
  • Genetics lab

Saint Francis graduates have a 96% career success rate.

Programs & Highlights

Pre-Medicine, B.S.

Prepare for medical school with our comprehensive pre-med curriculum. Participate in research, clinical experiences, medical mission trips and more. Get hands-on experience in our Human Cadaver lab—as an undergrad!

  • $239,200 media wage for physicians and surgeons

Pre-Dental, B.S.

Our Pre-Dental program will prepare you for dental school and a meaningful career in dentistry. With a curriculum focused on biology, chemistry, math, and physics—and complemented by the Franciscan values—you’ll become a compassionate and ethical healthcare provider.

  • $170,910 median wage for dentists

Pre-Chiropractic Medicine, B.S.

This professional curriculum will prepare you for acceptance and success in a doctor of chiropractic program. Better yet, our 3+3 dual acceptance program with Logan University saves you a full year of study!

  • $76,530 median wage for chiropractors

Pre-Physician Assistant Studies, B.S.

Prepare for a top healthcare career as a Physician Assistant. Our hands-on program provides a strong foundation in biology, job shadowing and 1,000 hours of paid patient care experience—giving an advantage for professional PA school.

  • $130,020 median wage for physician assistants