You will have a wide choice for your undergraduate major. Majoring in one of the natural sciences or engineering is traditional, but majors in the humanities and social sciences are equally welcome. Study abroad experience is also welcome.

As an undergraduate, you will need to complete a minimum of one year each of biological science, general or inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, and mathematics through differential calculus. Our pre-medical advisors in the College of Arts & Sciences and the School of Engineering & Applied Science can work with you to make sure you have the preparation necessary for medical school.

Undergraduate students frequently participate in research projects in the laboratories of faculty members at the School of Medicine. Those opportunities are ideal experiences for anyone interested in a head start on cutting-edge biomedical research.

Outstanding Resources

Washington University students have our extensive resources at their disposal. These include our libraries, state-of-the-art computing resources, excellent instructional facilities, and athletic and fitness facilities. The University provides health and wellness programs and services to enhance our students’ well-being. Undergraduates may live in the residence houses, in University-owned off-campus apartments close to campus, or in apartments throughout the neighborhood; graduate and professional students also may live in University-owned apartments.