Pre-Health Professions
Washington and Lee University offers students interested in pursuing a career in the health professions a vast array of resources. Starting in their first year, students will work closely with the pre-health advisor to plan courses required for admission, available summer opportunities, and their timeline for applying. In addition, pre-health students are encouraged to select any undergraduate major and should use the liberal arts education to develop strong ethical reasoning, communication skills, critical thinking and problem-solving, research and analytical skills, adaptability, interpersonal skills, and creativity and innovation.
Not sure if the pre-health path is right for you? Sign up for the CPD Canvas course to join the healthcare industry group and schedule an appointment in Handshake with Brittany Carr to discuss next steps.
Events, Programs and Info Sessions
A chance encounter in the Science Center as a child set Alyssa Cirrincione ’25 on a path to pursue her curiosity at W&L.
Hildenbrand, an American history major on the pre-med track, enjoys being able to explore many disciplines at W&L.
Ryan Doty’s summer passion project explored his family lineage through poetry and photography.
With medical school on the horizon, Tyler embraces many opportunities such as research fellowship, studying abroad and sorority life.
Student Organization Spotlight: Remote Area Medical
Washington and Lee’s chapter of Remote Area Medical takes students to remote rural areas to provide medical services and gain valuable practical experience along the way.
Jaden Keuhner ’24 leaves a legacy honoring Gold Star families
Keuhner helped establish a memorial at Jordan’s Point dedicated to veterans killed in the line of duty and their families.
Graham appreciates how W&L empowers students to follow their passions.
Sadie Charles Calame ’23 has built a well-rounded college experience through campus and community involvement.
Summer Opportunities: Internships Abroad
Despite challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic, many students were able to travel this summer for valuable professional experience in other countries.
Aishwarya Vemagiri ’25 hopes her summer research experience on diet-induced obesity will lead to a career in the medical field.
Kristina Ayers ’25 is interning at a medical clinic for the homeless in Washington, D.C. through the Shepherd Higher Education Consortium on Poverty.
Lucy Worthy ’24 is conducting clinical research and shadowing a physician at the Mayo Clinic.