Pre-Med at CBU

Study Pre-Med at CBU

At Cape Breton University, we offer tailored pre-med pathways designed to help you gain admission to medical school and build a successful career in healthcare. With small class sizes, personalized faculty support, and hands-on learning opportunities, CBU provides the ideal environment to begin your journey toward a meaningful and rewarding profession in fields like medicine, dentistry, or pharmacy.

How To Get Started

What is Pre-Med?

Pre-med at CBU isn鈥檛 a specific program but a pathway to medical school. Our pre-med students select an undergraduate degree that not only prepares them for medical school but also supports their success in the MCAT (Medical College Admission Test) and Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI), both critical components of the application process.

With CBU鈥檚 pre-med pathways, you can pursue your passions while building the foundation for a career in medicine. Whether you choose to major in Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, or even Math, you鈥檒l gain the knowledge and skills essential for success in medical school and beyond.

Why Choose CBU for Pre-Med?

Choosing Cape Breton University means you鈥檒l receive a personalized and supportive educational experience. With small class sizes, your professors will know you by name, offering a more engaging and accessible learning environment. Faculty advisors, along with the Pre-Med Society, are dedicated to guiding you through every step of the medical school journey, from MCAT prep to applications and interviews. At CBU, you have the flexibility to select a major that aligns with your interests and strengths, helping you achieve your highest GPA potential. Plus, you鈥檒l have the opportunity to collaborate with professors on research projects, gaining hands-on experience that will set you apart in the competitive field of healthcare.

Cape Breton Medical Campus (CBMC)

Cape Breton University is proud to partner with Dalhousie University to bring the Cape Breton Medical Campus to Cape Breton Island in Fall 2025.

This strategic partnership will ensure more Nova Scotians have the opportunity to receive an excellent medical education in their home province and will assist with the recruitment and retention of physicians to the Cape Breton region, and to rural Nova Scotia. With a focus on family medicine and rural medicine, the Cape Breton Medical Campus will provide training that will greatly benefit the health needs of many communities of Nova Scotians, including indigenous and African Nova Scotian communities.

While separate from CBU’s pre-med pathway programs, the Cape Breton Medical Campus offers future opportunities for pre-med students to remain on Cape Breton Island to pursue their medical education.

Disclaimer

While the information provided here is intended to guide prospective students on academic requirements and pathways to medical school, it is important to note that meeting these requirements does not guarantee admission to any medical school in Canada. Admission to medical programs is highly competitive and varies by institution, with decisions based on a combination of factors, including academic performance, extracurricular involvement, personal statements, and individual application reviews.

CBU's Pre-Med Success Stories

Pre-Med Success Story: Jamey Toney-Gagn茅

November 7, 2025

For Jamey Toney-Gagn茅, the path to medicine began at home. Growing up, she often joined her mom, a continuing care…

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A Future Physician Committed to Giving Back: Meet Cassidy MacCormack

November 6, 2025

Cape Breton University Alumna Cassidy MacCormack grew up in the rural 福利免费在线看 of Baddeck, an experience that shaped not only…

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It Started at CBU: From Mussels to Molars – Sophia Butler-Doucette鈥檚 CBU Path to Dental School

October 20, 2025

Sophia Butler-Doucette, a recent graduate of Cape Breton University鈥檚 Biology program, is celebrating two major milestones this fall. First, she…

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From Cape Breton to Medical School and Back: Meet Amanda Nicholson

July 14, 2025

Amanda Nicholson鈥檚 journey to medicine started at just eight years old after a visit to the Cape Breton Regional Emergency…

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Hope McInnis: Bridging Science, Lived Experience and Advocacy on the Path to Medical School

May 12, 2025

  Growing up in Glace Bay, Hope McInnis always knew Cape Breton University was where she belonged. As a high…

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CBU Pre-Med FAQs

You can gain admittance into medical school from any four-year undergraduate program (including, but not limited to, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Public Health programs) 丑辞飞别惫别谤,听the following list of courses will be useful to help prepare you for the MCAT:

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You can visit AAMC’s to review deadlines, score release dates, sign up for the MCAT and more.

This PDF outlines resources including how to create a study guide, what is on the MCAT, free planning and study resources, and more.

Learn about the free AAMC MCAT Official Prep resources that the AAMC offers to help you study- including two free full lenth practice exams.

Sample content from all four sections of the exam, with over 1000 videos and 3000 review questions to help you study.

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Here are some Canadian resources to help pre-med students brush up on medical ethics, healthcare issues, and social determinants of health. These resources include websites, articles, and podcasts.

Medical Ethics

    • The CMA鈥檚 Code of Ethics is a foundational document for understanding medical ethics in Canada. It provides guidelines on patient autonomy, confidentiality, informed consent, and professionalism.
    • CBS offers resources on bioethics and publishes articles and conference proceedings on medical ethics topics relevant to Canada.
    • This YouTube preps students for ethical questions in MMI.

Healthcare Issues in Canada

    • Health Canada regularly publishes updates on healthcare issues, including wait times, healthcare accessibility, and public health challenges.
    • Hosted by Dr. Brian Goldman, this podcast addresses current healthcare issues and challenges in Canada, from healthcare access to physician burnout.

Social Determinants of Health

      • This organization focuses on the social determinants of health in Canada, providing research and practical guides on topics like health equity, housing, and income. They also offer webinars and case studies specific to Canada.
    • The CMAJ frequently publishes research articles, and听opinion pieces, and has a podcast about the social determinants of health in Canada. They cover topics like Indigenous health, mental health, and the impacts of poverty on healthcare access.

General Canadian Healthcare Podcasts and Resources

    • Healthy Debate publishes articles and debates on Canadian healthcare policies and innovations, often with contributions from medical professionals, policymakers, and patients.
    • This podcast covers topics related to patient safety, healthcare quality, and improvement in Canadian healthcare settings, with episodes focusing on policies and strategies to address systemic issues.
    • The CPHA provides a variety of resources, including reports on public health challenges, webinars, and policy briefs on issues like vaccination, mental health, and health equity.

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Related Contacts


Chantelle Cormier
Senior Lab Instructor
SST - Biology
chantelle_cormier@cbu.ca
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Kellie White
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