Current Students

It’s great that you are interested in a health profession! Iowa State alumni make a positive impact in health and medicine in communities in Iowa, the United States and around the world.

You can, too.

Our advising service will help you consider your future path and prepare a competitive application for professional school.

Personalized advising for pre-med, pre-health students

We provide a secondary advising support to complement the advising you receive from your academic advisor in your major. We help with:

  • Academic planning to combine your degree requirements and the prerequisites for medical or professional school
  • Application assistance
  • Health profession exploration (figuring out what fits your strengths and interests)
  • Guidance on alternate paths if your goals change

Make an appointment on ISU Appointment to visit us! Visit the Schedule An Appointment page for details.

Meet LAS Career Services

LAS Career Services is a great resource for preparing for professional school. Practice a mock interview for medical school, search for internships in health-related fields, perfect your resume and more. Make an appointment to meet their staff and learn how they can assist you.

Get involved in an ISU student organization

Student clubs are good ways to network with your alumni and peers, meet local professionals in your field and build leadership skills. These experiences are important in becoming a well-rounded applicant for professional school. Plus, you’ll make lifelong friends and lasting memories!

Iowa State has more than 800 student organizations, including pre-professional student clubs for medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and many other health areas. Find a club you love, or you could even start your own. View all ISU student organizations.