Life Sciences Building, Room 206
501 S. Nedderman Drive
Box 19047
Arlington, TX 76019
Health Professions
UTA's HEALTH PROFESSIONS OFFICE
Are you interested in pursuing a career as a medical doctor, dentist, pharmacist, physician’s assistant, or another graduate-level health professional field? You can find information here to help you on your journey! The FAQ Page can answer many common questions! Nursing, Public Health, or Exercise Science students should visit the College of Nursing and Health Innovation website.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of The University of Texas at Arlington’s Health Profession’s Office is to guide, educate, and support UTA’s pre-health population in achieving their personal, educational, and career goals during college and beyond through developmental, holistic advising while fostering a sense of belonging.
VISION STATEMENT
To inspire, guide, and develop innovative and empathetic healthcare leaders for health professional programs and today’s workforce.
VALUES
- Leading by example
- Growth mindset
- Advocacy
- Cultural Awareness & Humility
- Honesty & Transparency
- Sense of belonging
- Collaboration
- Empathy
- Adaptability & Accountability
- Professionalism
Read this story of how our pre-med students reach their goals!
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
- Monday, November 3rd @12PM-1PM in LS 122: Personal Statement Workshop with the Writing Center
- Wednesday, November 19th@12P-1PM in LS 124: HPAC Workshop
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Tuesday, April 7, 2026@ 12P-2:30P: Health Professions Spring Swing at UTA @the MAC
- Want to hear admissions expectations straight from schools? Come meet and talk to admissions staff, directors, and deans of health professional schools across Texas and the US! Represented programs commonly include medicine, dentistry, PA, pharmacy, optometry, military medicine, PT, post-bacc programs, and other health-related programs! More information can be found on our EVENTS Page.
- Follow us to stay up to date! INSTA: @UTA_HPO
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Pre-Dental Studies
Pre-Medical Studies
Pre-Optometry Studies
Pre-Pharmacy Studies
Pre-Physician Assistant Studies
Special Program, Volunteering and Research
Health Professions Advisory Committee Applications
Letters of Recommendation, Personal Statements & Interviewing
Additional Pre-Health Studies
Post BACC Program
Frequently Asked Questions
Joint Admission Medical Program
Booking Appointments
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HEALTH RELATED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
UTA has many pre-health student organizations that can assist you on your path! Joining one of these organizations can provide valuable insight and resources for any pre-health student. Get to know other students on the same journey as you! Click on each link below for more information. Visit our MavEngage website for more information on these and other student organizations.
- Advancement of Females in Medicine (AFM)
- American Muslim Women Physician Association (AMWPA)
- Global Medical Training (GMT)
- Mavericks in Emergency Medical Services (MEMS) - Coming Soon!
- MEDLIFE for Mavs
- Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS)
- Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)
- Pre-Student Osteopathic Medical Association (Pre-SOMA)
- Pre-Dental Society (PDS)
- Pre-Physician Assistant Association (PPAA)
- Pre-Optometry Professional Society (POPS)
- Pre-Veterinary Medicine Society (PVMS)
- Mavericks for Medical Humanities
- The Rotaract Club
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College terms can be confusing! Use UTA's Glossary (aka dictionary) to help you better understand them!