Pre-podiatry students working in class

Pre-Podiatry Program

Gain the experience and knowledge you need to be the strongest applicant you can for podiatry school.

A comprehensive career in which you’ll diagnose, treat and prevent issues with the human foot is closer than you think with UND’s Pre-Podiatry program. Take engaging and informative classes that will prepare you for podiatry school.

Program type:
Pre-Professional Program
Format:
On Campus
Est. time to complete:
4 years
Credit hours:
120

Why study pre-podiatry?

Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 15
Spring:
Dec. 15
Summer:
May 1

 

If you're an international student, refer to the international application process for deadlines.

By gaining preliminary knowledge in your undergraduate years, you'll be better suited for the rigors of podiatry school. Take classes that both interest and engage you while getting a head start on your career. You'll work with an advisor from the UND College of Arts & Sciences to develop a plan of study that will prepare you for podiatry school. Some required prerequisite classes for podiatry school are:

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Microbiology
  • Genetics

This program is not a major. See the Pre-Podiatry program information for requirements and steps needed to join.

UND's Pre-Podiatry Program

  • Specialized programming and your academic advisor help you set your curriculum, stay on track, and apply to podiatry school.

  • Undergraduate research opportunities are available with renowned faculty and regional labs.

  • Set yourself apart with experiential learning, community service, and volunteer opportunities through UND.

 

Podiatry Careers

149K

Median annual salary for podiatrists

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

A podiatrist, also known as a podiatric physician or surgeon, provides medical and surgical care for people with foot, ankle, and lower leg problems. They will:

  • Diagnose illnesses
  • Treat injuries
  • Prescribe medication
  • Perform surgery involving the lower extremities

Many podiatrists spend most of their time performing surgeries such as foot and ankle reconstruction, though some specialize in areas such as sports medicine, pediatrics, and diabetic foot care. Common conditions that a podiatrist may treat include plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, Achilles tendonitis, ingrown toenails, corns and calluses, flat feet, and bunions.

Podiatrists are trained to use a variety of techniques and tools, including X-rays, ultrasounds, and laboratory tests.

 

Pre-Podiatry Program Courses

BIOL 341. Cell Biology. 3 Credits.

Description of processes common to life at the cellular level including: biochemical and structural organization, membrane function, motility, signal transduction, growth, division and genetic regulation of the cell. Prerequisite: BIOL 150, BIOL 150L, BIOL 151, BIOL 151L. Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHEM 122. S.

PSYC 111. Introduction to Psychology. 3 Credits.

A survey of the scientific study of behavior and mental processes, with consideration of the nature and scope of psychology as a science and a profession. F,S,SS.

CHEM 341. Organic Chemistry I. 3 Credits.

Designed for science and pre-professional students. Structure and bonding, acid-base reactions, nomenclature, stereochemistry, functional groups, alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides and alcohols. Application of spectrometric methods (NMR, IR and MS) for identification of organic compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM 122 with a grade of C or better and CHEM 122L; or CHEM 254 and CHEM 254L. F,S.

KIN 242. Introduction to Kinesiology. 3 Credits.

An introduction and overview of are as in Kinesiology. Includes information on the required preparation and training for careers in this area. On demand.

BIMD 220. Human Anatomy & Physiology I. 3 Credits.

BIMD 220 (3 credits) and BIMD 221 (3 credits) together are a complete survey of the anatomy and physiology of the major human organ systems and the foundational concepts required to understand them. BIMD 220 covers beginner material on introductory A&P, cells, and tissues, as well as advancing through the skin, skeletal, muscle and nervous organ systems. BIMD 221 is a more advanced study of the endocrine, lymphatic, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Each concept is presented through the lens of a diverse human population and both BIMD 220 and 221 are validated as essential studies special emphasis courses covering "The Diversity of Human Experience" topic. Together the courses are designed to meet field standards using the HAPS learning outcomes and goals. Corequisite: Either BIOL 150 and BIOL 150L or CHEM 116 and CHEM 116L or CHEM 121 and CHEM 121L. F,S.

PHYS 162. Introductory College Physics II. 4 Credits.

An introduction to the principles and concepts of physics with the application of minimal mathematics, sufficient to show the logical progression from one topic to the next. General physics for those who do not plan to take an advanced course in science. Topics: Vibrations and waves, electricity and magnetism, light and optics. The laboratory is a component of this course. Prerequisite: PHYS 161. S.

Pre-Podiatry Majors

Podiatry schools do not require any particular major. Pre-Podiatry students have completed such majors as:

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