AdvisingThe School of Biological Sciences' team of well-trained academic advisers are also teaching faculty in the School. They assist undergraduate students in developing individual plans of study. At their first advising appointment, students receive a School of Biological Sciences Undergraduate Programs Handbook containing the latest information about degree requirements, academic rules and related matters. To facilitate progress toward the student's degree, and to ensure that courses selected provide an appropriate academic program, students meet with an adviser each semester before registering for classes.Students enrolled in double degree programs are advised by both academic units. The primary academic unit generally has the major advising responsibility. However, for issues pertaining specifically to a biology degree, an adviser at the School of Biological Sciences must be consulted. Students are responsible for becoming familiar with all academic regulations of the campus as outlined in the catalog and in other University documents, including the SBS Undergraduate Programs Handbook.
Pre-Medicine, Pre-Dentistry and Pre-Health Professions Academic AdvisingThe School of Biological Sciences' experienced team of advisers is knowledgeable about health professions program admission processes. It is important for students considering eventual application to medical school or other professional programs to consult early and often with a School of Biological Sciences adviser about appropriate choice in courses and additional preparation.Advisers assist the student in investigating various programs throughout the country and in planning an individualized undergraduate course of study, host informational meetings/workshops about aspects of planning for a health professions career, provide information on admission exam preparation, assist in the application process and in developing a personal statement, and help the student work with Career Services to compile a letter of recommendation file. Each student receives support and encouragement during all phases of the application process. Students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of adviser expertise by discussing their career plans beginning with their first semester at UMKC. Please see the additional catalog section on Pre-Medicine/Pre-Health for other information.
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