Study: Majors, Minors and Concentrations

Why Preprofessional Advising?

Ready for a lifelong fulfilling career in law or medicine? In Clark's Preprofessional Advising Program, we help you construct a personal and academic profile of experiences that will strengthen your specific talents as you prepare for graduate school.

If you plan to major in biology or a related field you may be eligible to enroll in programs at Worcester's Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences leading to a B.S. in Nursing, a Master of Physician Assistant Studies or a Doctor of Pharmacy.

Matthew Diamond

"Engaging with Clark's Preprofessional Advising Program has been a rewarding exerience. I would encourage all prospective preprofessional students to meet regularly with the many helpful advisers." — Matthew Diamond

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Programs

Medical Careers Advising
(Predental, premedical, preveterinary, and other prehealth)

Prelaw


Interested in law or medicine? Take a look.



  • First-Year Intensive Courses

    • Clark's First-year Intensive courses challenge the way you look at the world and introduce you to college-level academics. You can enroll in a special first-year student section of an introductory course or a course that focuses on a particular research project. Your First-Year Intensive course professor will also serve as your first-year adviser.

      An example of a First-Year Intensive for a student interested in law:

      • Privacy Protection in Law and Ethics (PHIL 108)

  • Program of Liberal Studies

    • The foundation of a Clark undergraduate education is the Program of Liberal Studies. As you complete one class in each of the eight categories before you graduate, you will gain a more holistic understanding of how different thoughts and views can strengthen your expertise in your major.

      Program of Liberal Studies course suggestions for students interested in law or medicine:

      • Logic and Legal Analysis (PHIL 107)
      • Medical Ethics (PHIL 130)
      • Comparative and Human Anatomy (BIOL 111)

  • Clubs and Organizations

    • Don't wait until your second year to participate in experiences outside the classroom that can complement your academic work. Discover communities where you can develop leadership, teamwork and organizational skills, meet Clarkies with similar interests, and just have fun. If you can't find a club or organization you are passionate about, start your own!

      A sample list of relevant clubs for students interested in law or medicine:

      • Prelaw Society
      • Public Health Outreach
      • Clark Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

  • Showcase Your Work: Academic Spree Day and Fall Fest

    • You have the opportunity to present your own research and/or creative work at these two special events during the school year.

      A sample of research presented by students in law or medicine:

      • A Study of Abstract and Concrete Modes of Reasoning in a Legal Context
      • Civil Disobedience and the Obligation to Obey the Law
      • Evaluation of a Novel Scaffold Material for Bone Tissue Replacement
      • Inhibition of Octopamine Biosynthesis as a Potential Treatment of Infectious Disease

  • Internships

    • At Clark, you can make a meaningful contribution to an organization, nonprofit or business while you gain valuable knowledge and experience. Here are a few samples of recent Clark students' internships in law or medicine.

      • Pernet Family Health, wellness intern
      • Worcester Community Action Council, Inc., mediation intern
      • Boston University School of Medicine, research intern
      • University of Massachusetts Medical School, research intern
      • Law Offices of James K. Holland, paralegal intern
      • American Civil Liberties Union, research intern
      • Massachusetts Justice Project, intern

  • Careers

    • Don't choose a school to get a job. Go where you'll be prepared for a life of purpose and a successful career. Planning for your future can begin the moment you step on Clark's campus. The Clark Career Exploration Program makes Clark one of the few universities that formally supports an innovative approach to your law or medicine career planning process.

      A sample of careers in law or medicine pursued by Clark graduates:

      • Advanced Practice Nurse (NP)
      • Attorney
      • Dentist
      • Judge
      • Law Professor
      • Legislator
      • Pharmacist
      • Physician
      • Physician Assistant (PA)
      • Veterinarian

David Thurlow"At Clark, the hallmarks of our Preprofessional Advising Program include individual attention and collaboration. We help you learn how to balance your studies and cocurricular activities in preparation for a career in law or medicine."

David Thurlow
Director, Medical Careers Advising Program
Associate Professor of Chemistry