PreOptometry Society
A motivated group of aspiring optometrists. The PreOptometry Society meets regularly to discuss topics of interest and features guest speakers. Learn more here.
PreDental Society
UMBC's very own student organization focused on the preparation and support of our aspiring dental students. Our primary goal is to create a sense of community and create space for networking among students with similar goals and passions. We provide opportunities within the community to help students prepare for the journey ahead, while striving to create strong support systems that foster academic success. Learn more here.
Phi Delta Epsilon PreMed Fraternity
Are you pre-med? If so, join the Phi Delta Epsilon (PhiDE) phamily this fall!
PhiDE is UMBC’s only all-inclusive professional medical fraternity. Our local chapter is part of the largest medical fraternity in the world with over 100 premedical and medical chapters since Phi Delta Epsilon’s founding at Cornell University of Medical College in 1914!
Our 40 members can provide you with a great support system, unique mentoring opportunities (like how to do well in your classes and how to study for the MCAT) as well as connections to shadowing, research, clinical opportunities, and thousands of PhiDE-affiliated undergraduate students, medical students, and physicians around the world.
Above all, joining our phamily allows you to make lifelong friendships and memories with a group of amazing individuals!
We meet weekly on Thursdays where we often have guest speakers (alumni, medical students, and physicians) come in to do very informative talks! We also participate together in service projects to give back to the local Baltimore community, and outside of chapter meetings and services, we also like to get bubble tea, grab food, and just have a good time with our fellow fratters!
Please visit our Instagram page @umbcphide or linktree.com/umbcphide to learn more, we are excited to see you in the next upcoming weeks!
PreMedical Society
The PreMedical Society was formed to increase student awareness of medicine and other health-related fields and to develop the skills necessary to prepare for medical school, all in a community of like-minded undergraduates at UMBC. The PreMedical Society's activities include hosting presentations from different medical school directors of admissions, current medical students who previously attended UMBC, and undergraduate research programs. Learn more about The PreMedical Society here.
PreVeterinary Society
The Pre-Veterinary Society was created to unite the Pre-Vet student body. Here you will have the chance to learn about Veterinary school admission procedures and careers associated with Veterinary Medicine, as well as gain some animal experience. Learn more here.
02:25 Resources at UMBC for Taking Care of Basic Necessities
02:54 Food Resources
05:22 Finances, Loans, and Scholarships
07:07 Mental Health
09:10 General and Academic Support
12:04 Employment
20:35 Balancing School and Life Responsibilities
23:32 Pre-Health Prep and Summer Research Programs
34:49 Preparing for Professional School Applications
45:11 The Long View: Average Salaries in Healthcare Professions
Resources:
Retriever Essentials: https://retrieveressentials.umbc.edu/
Student Business Services: https://sbs.umbc.edu/
Financial Aid and Scholarships: https://financialaid.umbc.edu/
Retriever Integrated Health: https://health.umbc.edu/
Academic Success Center: https://academicsuccess.umbc.edu/
CNMS Success Coach: https://cnmsadvising.umbc.edu/studentsuccess/
Emergency Health Services (Questions about EMT training): https://ehs.umbc.edu/
Job Corps: Link here
Maryland Institute of EMS Systems (MIEMS) stipend information: https://www.miemss.org/home/ems-providers/emt-stipend
CNA Training Scholarships: https://mbon.maryland.gov/Documents/cna-scholarshipinfo.pdf
Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP): https://www.shpep.org/
AAMC Fee Assistance Program: https://students-residents.aamc.org/fee-assistance-program/fee-assistance-program-fap
AACOMAS Waiver: https://www.aacom.org/become-a-doctor/apply-to-medical-school/aacomas-application-fee-waiver
ADEA AADSAS Fee Assistance Program: Link here
DAT Fee Waiver: https://www.ada.org/education/testing/exams/dental-admission-test-dat
OAT Fee Waiver: https://oat.ada.org/
VMCAS Fee Assistance Program: https://www.aavmc.org/becoming-a-veterinarian/how-to-apply/application-fees/vmcas-fee-reimbursement-program/
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