Resources for Your Health Career Journey
Preparing for a career in medicine or the health professions often requires completing standardized entrance exams. These exams are an important step in the admissions process and help schools evaluate academic readiness for rigorous training programs. The resources below provide information about common health professions entrance exams, preparation strategies, and tools to help you plan your testing timeline with confidence.
Early Assurance Programs (EAPs)
These programs are designed for high-achieving students committed to a career in medicine.
Brown University – Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME)
An 8-year combined undergraduate and medical program that allows students to explore any major while securing a seat in medical school.
University of Alabama at Birmingham – Heersink School of Medicine (EAP)
Offers early acceptance pathways for undergraduate students demonstrating strong academic performance and commitment to medicine.
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Focuses on training future physicians to serve diverse and underserved communities.
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson
Offers early assurance opportunities with an emphasis on primary care and community health.
University of California, Riverside School of Medicine (EAP)
Prioritizes students committed to serving Inland Southern California communities.
George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences (EAP)
Early selection programs for GW students interested in medicine.
Georgetown University School of Medicine (EAP)
Offers an early assurance pathway for Georgetown undergraduates.
Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine (EAP)
Focuses on community-based care and diverse populations.
Florida State University College of Medicine (EAP)
Emphasizes primary care and serving underserved populations.
Morehouse School of Medicine (EAP)
Nationally recognized for training physicians committed to health equity and underserved communities.
Texas A&M University College of Medicine – Early Assurance Pathway
Provides a structured pathway for students committed to medicine early in their academic careers.
Saint Louis University – Medical Scholars Program
A combined-degree program offering a direct path into medical school.
Public Health
Grad Fairs & Recruitment Events
Programs of Public Health (ASPPH)
Nursing
NursingCAS: The Centralized Application Service for Nursing Programs
Apply to multiple nursing programs through one platform.
NursingCAS Help Center
Step-by-step application support.
AACN Student Pages
Guidance on nursing education and career pathways.
Johnson & Johnson Nursing
Career exploration and nursing pathway tools.
TEAS exam preparation guide
Pharmacy
Pharmacy Careers
Explore pharmacy career paths, requirements, and opportunities.
Key Health Professions Entrance Exams
Medical School
Taking the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)
Assesses scientific knowledge, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
AAMC PREview® Exam
Evaluates professional readiness and interpersonal skills.
CASPer (Situational Judgment Test)
Measures ethical decision-making and communication skills.
Pre-Health Exams
Dental Exams
Dental Admission Test (DAT)
Required for dental school admissions.
DANB Exams (Dental Assisting National Board)
Certification exams for dental assistants.
Nursing Exams
Nursing CAS Application
Centralized admissions platform.
TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills)
Common entrance exam for nursing programs.
Trinity University Nursing, B.S.N. (Pre-Licensure)
HESI A2 Exam
Another widely used nursing admissions exam.
Physician Assistant Exams
CASPA (Centralized Application Service for PAs)
Apply to PA programs nationwide.
PANCE Exam (Post-Graduation Licensing)
Required certification exam for PA graduates.
Free & Low-Cost Test Prep
AAMC Official MCAT Prep Bundle
Includes full-length exams, question banks, and study tools.
Khan Academy MCAT Collection
Free, comprehensive MCAT prep videos and practice.
Blueprint MCAT (Next Step)
Free full-length MCAT exam with analytics.
Kaplan Free MCAT Practice Test
Includes score report and feedback.
Princeton Review Free Practice Test
Free full-length MCAT simulation.
Anki Flashcards (Premade Decks)
A popular spaced-repetition study tool.