Clinical Careers and Public Health
Our students considering future clinical study are often passionate about immigrants and their health and rights, global health, community health, child development, food insecurity and nutrition, gun violence, workers' rights and more. Our programs help you develop a holistic view of health, looking at how community needs, the environment and government policies impact the health and well-being of people in Chicago and around the world. All of this is possible while completing pre-requisite courses for the next step in your academic journey in the health sciences or professional degrees.
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Complete pre-reqs
In four years, you can earn a degree in public health and complete the pre-requisite requirements for application to medical, dental, pharmacy, social work, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and veterinary medicine school.
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Gain real-world experience
Fieldwork and practicum experiences in the public health programs challenge you to address real-life issues of health equity.
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Strengthen your application
Work experience in public health demonstrates your commitment to serving others and expertise of community health, health equity and global health.