Pre-Professional Studies in Biology
The Pre-Professional Concentration in the Biology Department at Saint Francis University offers a dynamic range of opportunities for students interested in medical, veterinary, dental, pharmacy, and podiatry careers. We prepare students that are highly qualified for these professional programs through individualized advising from experienced and qualified faculty, through a curriculum specifically designed to prepare students for these programs, and through the efforts of our faculty to assist students with internships, shadowing, and undergraduate research opportunities. Graduates of the Biology Department's pre-professional program have successfully completed their graduate education in wide range of professional concentrations within the biomedical science.
We also have a number of affiliations and accelerated programs available for qualified students. These include agreements with:
•Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Accelerated Program in Primary Care
•Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Accelerated Program in Optometry
•Temple University, Accelerated Program in Dental Medicine
•Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Accelerated Program in Pharmacy
•Pennsylvania University of Podiatric Medicine, Accelerated Program in Podiatric Medicine
Please click on the following links to access Powerpoint presentation from two of our recent graduates, Matthew Stephens and Brenda Kibler. Matt and Brenda provide their insight on the application process for medical and veterinary school, respectively.
Matt's Presentation 
Brenda's Presentation
For more information about our Pre-Professional program and our affiliations, please contact Dr. Wayne Takacs, Chair of the Biology Department and member of the National Association of Advisors for the Health Profession.
Dr. Wayne Takacs
Professor of Biology
Saint Francis University
Loretto, PA 15940
phone: 814-472-3079
email: WTakacs@francis.edu