Campbellsville University’s Pre‑Professional Programs prepare students for careers
in health professions, engineering, law, and more. While these tracks are not standalone
majors, they provide carefully selected coursework that aligns with graduate and professional
school requirements, including preparation for exams like the MCAT.
Students often major in Biology or Chemistry to meet both CU’s graduation requirements
and the prerequisites of their intended professional program. However, successful
applicants have come from a wide range of majors. CU also maintains formal agreements
with select institutions, such as the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and
Owensboro Health’s Medical Laboratory Scientist Program, to offer admissions advantages
and degree completion pathways.
All required coursework is offered on the Campbellsville campus, with advising available
to help students tailor their academic journey.
Available Pre‑Professional Tracks
Campbellsville University offers a wide range of pre‑professional tracks, including:
Undergraduate Level
A student takes 2 - 3 years of classes at CU, then finishes elsewhere.
These tracks are not formal majors. Instead, students select a major, often in biology
or chemistry, which align well with graduate program requirements, and pursue tailored
course plans that prepare them for their specific professional goals.
Pre‑Engineering: Complete 2–3 years at CU, then transfer to finish your engineering degree through
agreements with the University of Kentucky or the University of Louisville.
Medical Technology: Pursue a three‑plus‑one program, major in Biology with a Chemistry minor at CU,
then complete a year at Owensboro Health Medical Laboratory Scientist Program to earn
your degree and certification. Learn more at the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences website here.
Pre‑Health Tracks (e.g., Pre‑Medicine, Pre‑Dental, Pre‑Optometry, Pre‑Pharmacy, Pre‑Physical Therapy,
Pre‑Veterinary): Coursework aligns with the requirements for graduate programs and
standardized exams like the MCAT. In some cases, CU graduates receive admissions preference
through established agreements, for example, the University of Kentucky College of
Medicine Early Assurance Program for Pre‑Medicine.
Pre‑Chiropractic: CU provides advising and course preparation tailored to chiropractic admissions.
Versatile Course Offerings: Nearly all needed coursework is available on the Campbellsville campus.
Advising & Flexibility: Students can major in diverse areas, even non-science fields, like Ballet Performance,
while still preparing for professional programs
Strategic Partnerships: CU has special agreements offering preferred admission or streamlined transition
with programs in medicine, pharmacy, engineering, veterinary medicine, and more.
Broad Preparation: Because admission requirements vary across institutions (e.g., some medical schools
require Calculus or Statistics, others don't), CU’s flexible, advisor-supported approach
helps you tailor your academic plan.
Discuss your goals with the Division of Natural Science or Academic Advising to design
a course plan that supports your path to law, engineering, or graduate health professions.
Personalized advising helps ensure you meet prerequisites and stay competitive through
every stage of your academic journey.