Programs in the Biomedical Sciences The Health Advisory Committee provides support to students who plan careers in medicine, dentistry, or other health professions. Students entering Saint Peter’s University with the intention of applying to any of the various health careers programs should enroll as Biology, Biotechnology, and Chemistry or Biochemistry majors. In addition to the traditional majors in Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics, Saint Peter’s has affiliations with several schools for highly motivated students with strong academic records. These programs offer students a unique opportunity to accelerate their academic studies and complete their professional programs faster and at a significant financial savings. Most programs listed below require students to spend three years at Saint Peter’s University followed by three or four years at their respective affiliated professional school. Programs of study include combined Bachelor degrees in Clinical Lab Sciences (Medical Laboratory Science), Master degrees in Physician Assistant, and Doctoral degrees in Dentistry, Medicine, Pharmacy, and Physical Therapy.
We offer top quality science and pre-med programs. Our Gannon Science Building contains equipment which will enable our students to explore cutting-edge technology in the field of science.
Earn Two Degrees at once with our Pre-Professional Joint Programs PROGRAM
DEGREE
A = B + C*
AFFILIATED INSTITUTION
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Medicine
BS/MD
7=3+4
Rutgers, Newark, NJ
Top 5% of high school class, 1450 SAT***, high school GPA of at least 3.5, and good MCAT score.
Dentistry
BS/DMD
7=3+4
Rutgers, Newark, NJ
Top 10% of high school class, 1350 SAT*** and good DAT scores. ****
Laboratory Science
BS**
4=3+1
Rutgers, Newark, NJ
Strong high school record.
Pharmacy
BS/PharmD
7=3+4
Rutgers, New Brusnwick, NJ
Top 20% of high school class, 1410 SAT***, and high school GPA of at least 3.4.
Physical Therapy
BS/DPT
6=3+3
Rutgers, Newark, NJ
SAT scores of at least 1170***, high school GPA of at least 3.4, strong college record, volunteer work with a PT, good GRE scores.
* A (Total Program Length in Years); B (Years at Saint Peter’s); C (Years at Affiliated Institution) ** Programs leading to on-line Master’s Degrees in Lab Sciences programs are possible with an additional year of study through Rutgers. ***Minimum combined Math and Verbal scores **** Candidates for the Dentistry program are now evaluated after two years at Saint Peter’s and not based on high school performance, but these former requirements may still have some predictive value.
Our Relationship with Ross University School of Medicine Saint Peter’s University has an agreement with Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM) to enable qualified Saint Peter’s graduates to study medicine at RUSM. This is not an accelerated program, as students still need to complete four years of studies at Saint Peter’s. Qualified Saint Peter’s students who earn full acceptance into the medical school will receive a scholarship toward tuition. The medical campus for RUSM is located in Barbados, but affiliate teaching hospitals are located throughout the US. 10/22
Biology Major Requirements
Chemistry Major Requirements
In addition to fulfilling the core curriculum requirements (60 credits) Biology majors must complete the following courses (61 credits): Bi183-184 General Bio Lecture Bi185-186 General Bio Lab Bi215 Principles of Anatomy & Physiology Bi240 Cell and Molecular Biology Bi310 Ecology Bi350 Genetics Bi--Biology Electives Bi485 Current Issues in Biology Ch131-132 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis, I and II Pc185-186 General Physics I and II Pc187-188 General Physics Laboratory I and II Electives
In addition to fulfilling core curriculum requirements (45 credits), Chemistry majors must complete the following (75 credits): Ch131-132 General Chemistry, I and II Ch251-252 Organic Chemistry, I and II Ch329 Analytical Chemistry Ch365-366 Physical Chemistry, I and II Ch460 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Ch499 Problems in Chemistry Ma143-144 Differential and Integral Calculus Ma273 Multivariable Calculus Pc185-186 General Physics, I and II Pc187-188 General Physics Laboratory, I and II Electives
Biochemistry Major Requirements In addition to fulfilling the core curriculum requirements (60 credits) Biochemistry majors must complete the following courses (69 credits): Bc420-421 Instrumental Methods of Biochemical Analysis Bc390 Special Topics in Biological Chemistry or Bc490 Biochemical Research Bi240 Cell and Molecular Biology Ch131-132 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis, I and II Ch251-252 Organic Chemistry, I and II Ch365-366 Physical Chemistry, I and II Ch442-443 Biochemistry, I and II Ma273 Multivariable Calculus, I Pc185-186 General Physics, I and II Pc187-188 General Physics Laboratory, I and II Science Electives Electives
Biotechnology Major Requirements In addition to fulfilling the core curriculum requirements (60 credits) Biotechnology majors must complete the following courses (68 credits): Bi183-184 General Bio Lecture Bi185-186 General Bio Lab Pc185-186 General Physics, I and II Pc187-188 General Physics Lab, I and II Ch131-132 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis, I and II Ch251-252 Organic Chemistry, I and II Ma143-144 Calculus I and II Bc492 Biochemistry Lecture (or Ch422) Bc420-421 Biochemistry Methods Lab Courses Bi240 Cell and Molecular Biology Bi350 General Genetics Lecture and Lab Bt420 Biomedical Applications of Biotechnology Bt429 Special Topics in Biotechnology Bt440-441 Research in Biotechnology (at UMDNJ) For course descriptions and additional information visit
www.saintpeters.edu/academics 10/22
Health Careers Faculty
Biology Laura H. Twersky, Associate Professor B.A., Barnard; M.S., Ph.D., New York University Katherine S. Wydner, Health Careers Advisor and Associate Professor B.A., Princeton; Ph.D., Rutgers University Jeanette Wilmanski, Associate Professor B.S., Saint Peter’s College; Ph.D., U.M.D.N.J. Jill E. Callahan, Associate Professor, Chairperson B.A., Saint Anselm’s College; Ph.D., Virginia Commonwealth University Christina Poli Mortellaro, Assistant Professor B.S., M.S., Fairleigh Dickinson, Ph.D. Seton Hall University John Ruppert, Assistant Professor B.S., M.Ed., Ph.D., Rutgers University Brandy Garrett Kluthe, Assistant Professor B.S., Missouri State; M.S., Western Illinois; Ph.D., University of Arkansas Biological Chemistry / Biotechnology Leonard J. Sciorra, Schuh Professor of Health and Natural Sciences, Department of Applied Science and Technology B.A., Rutgers; M.S., Seton Hall; Ph.D., Drexel University College of Medicine Chemistry Dr. Wanglu Li, Ph.D. Jessica Epstein, Chairperson, Assistant Professor B.S., Georgia Institute of Technology; Ph.D., University of Maryland Christian Traba, Assistant Professor B.S., Wagner College; Ph.D., Stevens Institute of Technology Yosra Badiei, Assistant Professor B.S., American University; Ph.D., Georgetown University