Pre-Health Science (AA), Pre-Medical Laboratory Sciences Concentration

School of Math, Science & Engineering (MSE)

The Pre-Health Sciences major is an Associate of Arts Degree program that prepares students for transfer to UNM or other four-year degree programs in numerous health-related fields. It fulfills the general education core courses for 4-year degrees required by the state of New Mexico and the University of New Mexico core curriculum.

This program is designed to prepare students to transfer to a 4-year degree program in Medical Laboratory Sciences.

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Educational Option Information

• This educational option can be completed: Part-time or full-time.
• This program can be started: Any term.
• Primary course location: Main Campus.

Approximate Costs of this Educational Option

• Cost of Attendance
• Tuition
• Books
• Program and Course Fees

Financial Aid Considerations

• This is a financial aid eligible program.
  • Direct Subsidized Loans: 150 percent rule
  • Some courses are not eligible for Financial Aid. Please check the list here when considering a course.

• Individual courses associated with this program may require students to purchase additional materials.

Educational Opportunities

This program is designed to meet the requirements for an Associate of Arts degree and to prepare the student to continue studies at a 4-year college or university.

Many of the courses in this program are transferable and some may be applied to four-year degree programs at other institutions. CNM currently has transfer agreements with many colleges and universities in New Mexico and elsewhere.

Students from CNM seeking a baccalaureate degree should always refer to the catalog of their intended transfer institution for admission, program, course, and graduation requirements. College catalogs are generally available online. Students should also consult an Academic Coach in planning their academic progress.