Pre-Health Science (AS), Pre-Medical Concentration

School of Math, Science & Engineering (MSE)

The Pre-Health Sciences major is a program that prepares students to apply for health-related programs at CNM, as well as to 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 for medical school.  The courses included in the program are those required as prerequisites for the UNM School of Medicine (SOM) and most schools of medicine nationwide.

The proposed term-by-term list only includes CNM’s General Education requirements and the minimum science and math prerequisites for the UNM SOM while also including their list of Strongly Recommended and Recommended courses that are also offered at CNM.

See Recommended Sequence of Courses

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
• Additional requirements that apply to this educational option:
  • A felony conviction will not prevent entry into the program or employment; however, it may limit available employment opportunities.

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.

Educational Opportunities

An associate degree is an important milestone for students pursuing either a baccalaureate degree or graduate degree.  Core requirements for the baccalaureate are met through completion of the CNM Associate of Science degree.

This program is designed to prepare students for medical school.  The courses included in the program are those required as prerequisites for the UNM School of Medicine (SOM) and most schools of medicine nationwide.

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.