Case Western Reserve University

What you'll study

The curriculum combines core life-sciences foundations with coursework in public health, health policy, ethics, research methods and population health. Typical modules cover human anatomy and physiology, cell biology, microbiology, biostatistics, epidemiology, health systems and policy, health behaviour and communication, medical ethics, and social determinants of health.

Students also take practical and skills-based units such as clinical observation, laboratory methods, data analysis and community-based projects. Many programmes include a senior capstone or independent research project where students design and carry out a study or applied health intervention under faculty supervision. Elective choices allow deeper specialisation in areas such as global health, health informatics, mental health, or health promotion.

Entry requirements

Admission requires a high-school diploma or equivalent with strong preparation in sciences (biology, chemistry) and mathematics. Successful applicants typically demonstrate solid academic performance, relevant co‑curricular activities (healthcare volunteering, research, community service), and a clear personal statement explaining their interest in health.

For international applicants or those whose first language is not English, proof of English proficiency is required. Transfer applicants should have completed transferable college-level coursework in core sciences and general education. Admissions decisions consider the whole application, including recommendation letters and any relevant practical experience.

Career prospects

Graduates pursue a broad range of paths. Common destinations include entry-level roles in health services and administration, clinical research coordination, public health programme work, community health education, and allied health professions such as physical therapy, occupational therapy or physician assistant studies (often after further professional education).

The degree is also a common preparatory route for applicants to medical, dental or other professional schools, and for graduate study in public health, health policy and biomedical sciences. The programme’s emphasis on research and practical experience supports placement in laboratory assistant roles and health-technology startups as well.

Why study at Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve is noted for close, practical connections between undergraduate education and clinical, research and policy partners in Cleveland, including University Hospitals and the Cleveland Clinic. Students benefit from access to research laboratories, clinical observerships, interdisciplinary seminars and summer research opportunities across the university’s health-related schools.

The university emphasises experiential learning and interprofessional education, offering small class sizes, faculty mentorship and robust career support that help students build professional networks. Situated in an urban research environment, the programme prepares graduates with both scientific rigour and practical skills sought by employers and graduate schools.