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Pre-Health Professions

Program Advisor helping 91´«Ã½

91´«Ã½ offers 91´«Ã½ interested in pursuing a career in the health professions a vast array of resources. Starting in their first year, 91´«Ã½ 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 91´«Ã½ 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 to join the healthcare industry group and schedule an appointment in with Brittany Carr to discuss next steps.

Feature Stories


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 '26 standing on an overlook just outside of Widemouth Bay, in Cornwall, England

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.

Washington and Lee's RAM volunteers at a clinic in West Virginia.

Washington and Lee’s chapter of Remote Area Medical takes 91´«Ã½ to remote rural areas to provide medical services and gain valuable practical experience along the way.

Jaden Keuhner '24 at Lexington's Gold Star Memorial at Jordan's Point.

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 91´«Ã½ to follow their passions.

Sadie Charles Calame

Sadie Charles Calame ’23 has built a well-rounded college experience through campus and community involvement.

Despite challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic, many 91´«Ã½ were able to travel this summer for valuable professional experience in other countries.

Vemagiri in the lab

Aishwarya Vemagiri ’25 hopes her summer research experience on diet-induced obesity will lead to a career in the medical field.

Kristina Ayers '25

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 and Dr. Mark Hurdle '87

Lucy Worthy ’24 is conducting clinical research and shadowing a physician at the Mayo Clinic.