Our lobby  is open 9:00-4:30, Monday-Friday. We also offer virtual appointments.

This community is geared towards students interested in entering health fields such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician assistant, and more. This page helps students 1) explore health fields, 2) gain relevant experience, and 3) prepare application materials.

In addition to this page, students interested in health careers should be aware of 3 essential resources:

  • Pre-Health @ UW is the most comprehensive resource and includes information about academic preparation.
  • Academic advisers can help you select majors and courses and explore ways to combine major and pre-health requirements.
  • Career coaches can help you with questions about which health profession would be a good fit for you, how to get clinical, research, and leadership experience, and when/how to apply to health professional programs. You can connect with a coach by scheduling an appointment or attending a webinar. You can also email questions about career resources or services to prehlth@uw.edu.

Join the 2026–2027 Executive Team – Blood Cancer United Club

Are you passionate about making a difference in the fight against blood cancer? Are you looking for a leadership opportunity that builds your skills, connects you with others, and supports a powerful cause? The Blood Cancer United Club is now accepting applications for our 2026–2027 Executive …

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Opportunity for Students to Launch a Meaningful Service Initiative on Campus

Interested in starting a meaningful service initiative on campus?

Flowers of Grace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that repurposes donated flowers into bouquets and creates faux arrangements that are delivered to hospital patients and nursing home residents to brighten their day. …

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Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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Panel: Exploring Career in Healthcare [April 30]

Join the Career & Internship Center for a dynamic conversation with three healthcare professionals – an Optometrist, Pharmacist, and Dentist. Whether you’re just starting to explore healthcare or already considering a specific path, this panel will give you real-world insight into …

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UWSOM Webinar: 2026 Advice for Reapplicants [4/29]

2026 Advice for Reapplicants

Join us for this session with a presentation and Q&A on Wednesday, April 29, from 10 to 11am Pacific.

Registration is required. (Recording will be available afterwards on our YouTube channel).

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Still Time to Apply: Wy’east Medicine Pathway [info session 4/27, apply by 5/15]

The Wy’east Medicine Pathway application is now open for the 2026–2027 academic year. If you are considering applying, there is still plenty of time to get started.

Wy’east Medicine is an immersive 10-month pathway designed specifically for American Indian and …

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Alaska Airlines is a steadfast partner in the University of Washington’s mission to serve Washington — and the world. Together, we share values around education, leadership, inclusion and philanthropy for the greater good. As a generous supporter of the Career & Internship Center since 2016, we thank Alaska Airlines for their work in enhancing student career programming and helping to prepare students to build successful careers.

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