Prerequisites vary from school to school. This is a general list, but it is important to verify individual school before applying. Please refer to the Pomona College Catalog for detailed information about the courses, include pre-requisites.
| Course Name | Course Number | Semesters Offered | Required by schools? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | Bio40 Bio41C |
Fall (PNC) Spring |
Yes |
| Chemistry | Chem1a OR Chem51 Chem1b |
Fall Spring |
Yes |
| Org Chem / Biochem | Chem110a Chem110b Chem 115 |
Fall Spring Both |
Some medical schools require 2 sems Org Chem with lab, others allow 1 Org + Biochem |
| Physics | Phys41 Phys42 |
Fall Spring Math30 pre-req |
Need for MCAT; 1-2 semesters required, sometimes with lab |
| Math | Math30, Math31 Math 58 OR Math58b Psyc158 (statistics) |
Both Both, Spring Fall |
Many medical schools require 0-1 semesters of Calc. Statistics often recommended. |
| English | ID1 English literature or composition, WI overlay |
Fall Both |
Schools want to see engagement with literature and intensive writing |
| Intro Psychology/Soc | Psyc051 Soc051 |
Both Both |
Often recommended, helpful for MCAT |
** Note that some schools require all required courses to be taken at a US or Canadian University and pre-requisites MAY need to be taken at a 4-year college or University