Carnegie Mellon University

Welcome to the CMU Health Professions Program

The CMU Health Professions Program (HPP) is an advising resource for all current CMU students and alumni interested in pursuing a career in a health profession, such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, optometry, physician assistant, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and genetic counseling to name a few. The HPP is designed to assist with:

  • Exploring: Learn about possible health careers as well as the academic and extracurricular pre-requisites.
  • Preparation: Develop a roadmap for becoming a competitive applicant.
  • Application: Reflect on your life experiences and craft a compelling narrative that tells your story.
  • Networking: Connect with other students as well as faculty, alumni, researchers, and health care professionals to enrich your pre-health experience.

Current CMU students & alumni: Join the HPP!

  • Enroll in the HPP
  • Current CMU students: look for an invite to the HPP Canvas page where you can learn more about HPP advising resources and opportunities.
  • Alumni: explore the HPP website and reach out to the HPP office to learn more about how we can help.

Incoming First Year Students >

Prospective Students >