Postbaccalaureate Pre-Health
Postbaccalaureate Tracks That Build Competitive Applications
Move beyond the classroom and into clinical practice with pre-health programs at Keck Graduate Institute (KGI). Here, you’ll find hands-on training opportunities and a professional network dedicated to preparing you for medical or physician associate (PA) school.
Ready to start the next phase in your training? Build a strong clinical foundation for patient-centered care through pre-health programs at KGI.
Why Study Pre-Health at KGI?
Our pre-health programs prepare you to stand out in the medical school or MSPA selection process. As a KGI student in one of the two pre-health postbaccalaureate certificate programs or in the Master of Science (MS) in Applied Life Sciences Pre-Health Track, you benefit from:
- Expert faculty guidance from industry leaders and experienced practitioners
- Innovative curriculum with coursework designed to align with the industry’s ever-changing research landscape
- Hands-on training experience that offers face-to-face interaction with local healthcare professionals in hospitals, clinics, and labs
- Tight-knit community that supports your long-term professional growth at KGI and in healthcare
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Pre-Health Programs
KGI's three postbaccalaureate tracks build your clinical experience and give you the targeted preparation needed for the next stage of your healthcare career.
Postbaccalaureate Premedical Certificate
PPC
The Postbaccalaureate Premedical Certificate offers opportunities for clinical engagement and research. Alumni have been admitted to top medical school programs across the country.
Learn MorePostbaccalaureate Pre-Physician Associate Certificate
PPA
Pursue the Postbaccalaureate Pre-Physician Associate Certificate to improve your admission readiness for PA programs. PPA students are also eligible to participate in the MSPA Pathway Mentorship Program.
Learn MoreMaster of Science in Applied Life Sciences Pre-Health Track
MS
The MS in Applied Life Sciences Pre-Health Track prepares you for graduate healthcare programs. Customize your training with specialized concentrations like community medicine, infectious diseases, and translational research.
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Additional Pre-Health Education Opportunities
Beyond foundational coursework, KGI’s pre-health programs provide specialized resources to help you stand out in a competitive applicant pool. Refine your academic profile and prepare for your healthcare career with these supplemental options. For questions, please contact Admissions at admissions@kgi.edu.
Medical Spanish Immersion
According to the United States Census Bureau, Hispanic people made up 19% of the US population in 2022. And, in 2019, Spanish was the most common non-English language spoken in US homes (62%). However, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) reported that, in 2022, only 6% of physicians were Hispanic, and only 2% of non-Hispanic physicians spoke Spanish.
In light of these statistics, you can strengthen your career in healthcare by developing proficiency in medical Spanish.
As a KGI student, you have the opportunity to gain Spanish language training through an international medical immersion experience. CENEU hosts a two-week session in Ensenada, Mexico, solely for KGI students, which begins just before the fall semester. Including travel, this KGI-exclusive program costs $2,200.
MCAT Review Course
According to the AAMC, 2025 medical school applicants had a mean MCAT score of 506.3, while matriculants had a mean MCAT score of 512.1. With these statistics in mind, our team helps you stand out during your medical school application process by offering a rigorous MCAT preparation program.
We provide KGI students access to the BREM method MCAT Prep Course at a discounted rate of $1,500.
Advanced Skills Training in Medical Assisting
Clinical hours provide tangible evidence of your commitment to patient care. A growing number of programs prioritize the quality and depth of clinical interactions, which is why we offer the Advanced Skills Training in Medical Assisting workshop.
This workshop increases your eligibility for medical assistant (MA) positions by teaching:
- Basic MA clinical skills
- Patient privacy and HIPAA regulations
- OSHA compliance and bloodborne pathogen standards
- Patient care and safety standards
The MA training workshop is available to KGI students at a 50% discount, bringing the total to only $750.
Prerequisite Completion
If you need additional prerequisites for your healthcare application, we offer three summer courses: anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry. These courses typically cost $499 per credit, but KGI pre-health program students receive a discounted rate of $299 per credit.
As an Institute, we have built momentum over the past year in examining our program offerings to ensure that we are serving the needs of the biotechnology, healthcare, and life sciences sectors—all with an emphasis on advancing our academic excellence and enhancing our student experience.
Dr. Mohamed Abousalem
President
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