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