The Missouri State University Premedical Committee is the primary link between undergraduate students and medical schools. The committee’s main task is interviewing potential medical school applicants. Based mainly on interview responses, grades, quality of coursework, campus involvement, MCAT scores, and social/service involvement, the Premedical Committee writes a recommendation. The applicant will receive an “enthusiastically recommended,” “highly recommended,” or “recommended” evaluation if the committee feels that her or she will do well in medical school. However, if it is felt that the applicant will not do well in medical school, the committee may choose to “recommend with reservations” or “not recommend”.

Most students begin the Premedical Committee interview process at the beginning of his or her senior year. This allows the Premedical Committee time to make a fair and thorough assessment of the individual’s capabilities and passion to succeed in the medical field. The Premedical Committee is recognized and respected by medical schools across the nation. Their evaluation of individual students often carries greater influence than other letters of recommendation. Please refer to the Premedical Committee Interview Application to begin the interview process.  You will also need to fill out a Shadowing Verification form to submit with your application.  

The Pre-Medical Committee Members are:

                Biology:

                               Dr. John Heywood

                               Dr. Alicia Mathis

                Biomedical Sciences:

                               Dr. Collette Witkowski

                               Dr. Scott Zimmerman

                Chemistry:

                               Dr. Eric Bosch

                Physics:

                               Dr. Shyang Huang

                Psychology/Gerontology:

                               Dr. Bradley Fisher

                Taylor Health & Wellness:

                               Dr. Annette Wardell