Pre-Podiatry
Prerequisite Courses
| Prerequisites | Mason Courses |
|---|---|
| Biology with lab, 2 semesters | BIOL 213/Cell Biology BIOL 311/Genetics |
| General Chemistry with lab, 2 semesters | CHEM 211 and 213 CHEM 212 and 214 |
| Organic Chemistry with lab, 2 semesters | CHEM 313 and 315 CHEM 314 and 318 |
| Biochemistry, 1 semester | BIOL 483 or CHEM 483 (Same course offered through different departments) |
| College Physics with lab, 2 semesters | PHYS 243 and 244 PHYS 245 and 246 |
| English, 2 semesters* | ENGH 101 ENGH 302 *Honors College students fulfill this through the Honors Curriculum |
| Psychology, 1 semester | PSYC 100/Basic Concepts in Psychology |
| Sociology, 1 Semester | SOCI 101/Introductory Sociology |
| Math, 1 semester | BIOL 214/Biostatistics or STAT 250/Statistics |
- Required coursework and numbers of semesters can vary on a school-by-school basis.
- Please review prerequisites at the American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine (AACPM) Member School Links and the Summary of Course Prerequisites for Admission to Podiatric Medical School.
- Additional recommended coursework includes Anatomy, Embryology, Histology, Immunology, Microbiology, Physiology, and Zoology.
- Any undergraduate major is appropriate for podiatry school assuming the applicant has completed the above prerequisites.
- For a competitive application, it is very important to do well in science courses.
A podiatrist is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM). Podiatrists diagnose and treat conditions of the foot, ankle, and related structures of the leg. Podiatrists complete four years of training in a podiatric medical school and three years of hospital residency training. Podiatrists can specialize in many fields, including surgery, sports medicine, wound care, pediatrics, and diabetic care.
More information about podiatrists’s education, career paths, and income potential can be found on the American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine (AACPM) website.
The American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine Application Service (AACPMCAS) is the centralized application used by all nine schools and colleges of podiatric medicine.
The AACPMCAS application opens the first Wednesday in August for FALL Admission the following year. To complete the on-line web application to the colleges of podiatric medicine, visit AACPMAS.
The MCAT is the standardized test required for admissions to the colleges of podiatric medicine. MCAT exams taken more than three (3) years prior to application are NOT ACCEPTABLE.
Applicants should send MCAT scores directly to AACPMAS. AAMC ID Numbers are required.
Up to date information regarding the current MCAT is available online.
The MCAT is given many times a year. Additional information regarding preparation for the MCAT can be found at American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) and Khan Academy.
