Pre-Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapists (OTs) help patients improve their ability to perform tasks in living and working environments. They work with individuals who suffer from a mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling conditions and usually have a strong educational background in the social and behavioral health sciences. This provides the skills and knowledge for them to help patients physically, emotionally, and psychologically deal with injury and recovery.

Viterbo prepares students for the rigorous graduate-level education required to become occupational therapists through a strong foundation in science, patient care, and critical thinking. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to pursue admission to professional occupational therapy programs and succeed in this growing health care field.

Program Highlights:

• 94% acceptance rate into professional and graduate schools
• Challenging, immersive learning for a competitive edge
• Faculty-guided research experiences
• Course-embedded tutoring
• 1:1 personalized advising from a faculty mentor all four years
• Opportunities to connect with leading health care systems like Emplify Health and Mayo Clinic Health System for internships, job shadowing, and employment. 

Pre-Genetic Counselor

Genetic counselors are professionals who have specialized education in genetics and counseling to provide personalized help patients may need as they make decisions about their genetic health and how genetic conditions may affect their families. Genetic counselors have advanced training in medical genetics and counseling to interpret genetic test results to guide and support patients. Genetic counselors typically receive a bachelor's degree in biology, social science or a related field, and then go on to receive specialized training via a master's degree in genetic counseling. 

Viterbo prepares students for the rigorous graduate-level education required to become genetic counselors through a strong foundation in science, patient care, and critical thinking. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to pursue admission to professional genetic counseling programs and succeed in this growing health care field.

Program Highlights:

• 94% acceptance rate into professional and graduate schools
• Challenging, immersive learning for a competitive edge
• Faculty-guided research experiences
• Course-embedded tutoring
• 1:1 personalized advising from a faculty mentor all four years
• Opportunities to connect with leading health care systems like Emplify Health and Mayo Clinic Health System for internships, job shadowing, and employment. 

Pre-Dentistry

Dentistry is devoted to maintaining the health of the teeth, gums, and other hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity. Most dentists engage in general practice, bringing skills in oral diagnosis, prevention, and rehabilitation directly to the patient.

Viterbo prepares students for the rigorous graduate-level education required to become pathology assistant through a strong foundation in science, patient care, and critical thinking. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to pursue admission to professional pathology assistant programs and succeed in this growing health care field.

Program Highlights:

• 94% acceptance rate into professional and graduate schools
• Challenging, immersive learning for a competitive edge
• Faculty-guided research experiences
• Course-embedded tutoring
• 1:1 personalized advising from a faculty mentor all four years
• Opportunities to connect with leading health care systems like Emplify Health and Mayo Clinic Health System for internships, job shadowing, and employment. 

Pre-Clinical/Medical Laboratory Scientist

Clinical laboratory scientists (CLS) (also known as medical laboratory scientists) work with state-of-the-art equipment to analyze a variety of biological specimens. CLS personnel are responsible for performing scientific testing on samples and reporting the results to physicians. Clinical Laboratory Scientists collaborate very closely with physicians in diagnosing and monitoring disease processes, as well as monitoring the effectiveness of therapy.

Viterbo prepares pre-med students for the rigorous graduate-level education required to become clinical laboratory scientists through a strong foundation in science, patient care, and critical thinking. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to pursue admission to professional programs and succeed in this growing health care field.

Program Highlights:

• 94% acceptance rate into professional and graduate schools
• Challenging, immersive learning for a competitive edge
• Faculty-guided research experiences
• Course-embedded tutoring
• 1:1 personalized advising from a faculty mentor all four years
• Opportunities to connect with leading health care systems like Emplify Health and Mayo Clinic Health System for internships, job shadowing, and employment. 

Pre-Chiropractic

A chiropractor focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular disorders, with an emphasis on treatment through manual adjustment and/or manipulation of the spine.

Viterbo prepares pre-med students for the rigorous graduate-level education required to become chiropractor through a strong foundation in science, patient care, and critical thinking. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to pursue admission to professional chiropractic programs and succeed in this growing health care field.

Program Highlights:

• 94% acceptance rate into professional and graduate schools
• Challenging, immersive learning for a competitive edge
• Faculty-guided research experiences
• Course-embedded tutoring
• 1:1 personalized advising from a faculty mentor all four years
• Opportunities to connect with leading health care systems like Emplify Health and Mayo Clinic Health System for internships, job shadowing, and employment. 

Pre-Audiologist

Audiologists examine individuals of all ages and identify those with the symptoms of hearing loss and other auditory, balance, and related sensory and neural disorders. They then assess the nature and extent of the dysfunction and assist patients in the treatment and management of their disorder. Audiologists earn the Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree, as this is the entry level degree for clinical practice. This track requires selection of a major.

Viterbo prepares students for the rigorous graduate-level education required to become audiologists through a strong foundation in science, patient care, and critical thinking. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to pursue admission to professional audiology programs and succeed in this growing health care field.

Program Highlights:

• 94% acceptance rate into professional and graduate schools
• Challenging, immersive learning for a competitive edge
• Faculty-guided research experiences
• Course-embedded tutoring
• 1:1 personalized advising from a faculty mentor all four years
• Opportunities to connect with leading health care systems like Emplify Health and Mayo Clinic Health System for internships, job shadowing, and employment. 

Pre-Medicine (Allopathic/Osteopathic)

Students interested in becoming physicians can pursue two primary medical pathways: allopathic medicine, which leads to a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree, and osteopathic medicine, which leads to a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree. Both M.D. and D.O. physicians diagnose and treat patients, prescribe medications, and complete extensive medical training after earning their medical degree.

Viterbo prepares pre-med students for the rigorous graduate-level education required to become anesthesiologist assistants through a strong foundation in science, patient care, and critical thinking. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to pursue admission to professional anesthesia programs and succeed in this growing health care field.

Program Highlights:

• 94% acceptance rate into professional and graduate schools
• Challenging, immersive learning for a competitive edge
• Faculty-guided research experiences
• Course-embedded tutoring
• 1:1 personalized advising from a faculty mentor all four years
• Opportunities to connect with leading health care systems like Emplify Health and Mayo Clinic Health System for internships, job shadowing, and employment. 

About Pre-Anesthesiologist Assistant

Anesthesiologist assistants (AAs) are highly trained allied health professionals who work as part of an anesthesia care team under the direction of an anesthesiologist. They help implement anesthesia plans, monitor patients, and provide safe, quality anesthesia care in clinical settings.

Viterbo prepares students for the rigorous graduate-level education required to become anesthesiologist assistants through a strong foundation in science, patient care, and critical thinking. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to pursue admission to professional anesthesia programs and succeed in this growing health care field.

Program Highlights:

• 94% acceptance rate into professional and graduate schools
• Challenging, immersive learning for a competitive edge
• Faculty-guided research experiences
• Course-embedded tutoring
• 1:1 personalized advising from a faculty mentor all four years
• Opportunities to connect with leading health care systems like Emplify Health and Mayo Clinic Health System for internships, job shadowing, and employment. 

About the Pre-Law Track

The pre-law program at Viterbo University is designed to help students gain admission to an accredited law school while building the academic foundation needed to succeed in earning a law degree.

Students planning to attend law school receive personalized guidance from Viterbo's pre-law advisor, including academic planning and application support. With an emphasis on developing strong reading, writing, and critical thinking skills, students can also complete internships with law firms or legal organizations, earning academic credit while gaining valuable real-world experience.

Recommended undergraduate fields of study include:

• Accounting
• Criminal justice
• English
• Ethics, Culture, and Society
• Business Administration
• Psychology

About Music Education

Viterbo's Bachelor of Music in Music Education prepares future educators for Wisconsin teacher licensure through comprehensive training in vocal, instrumental, and general music education. Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the program offers active involvement in professional organizations and boasts a near 100% graduate placement rate.

Program Highlights:

• 100% Placement Rate
• Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music
• Guaranteed field placements in outstanding local partner schools
• Small classes and personalized attention for each student
• Gain hands-on experience in a local area classroom in your freshman year
• Learn from experienced teachers and faculty