Monday, May 11, 2026
Future Nurses, Pharmacists, Dentists and Doctors Get Close-Up Look
Opportunities for healthcare professionals are growing fast in North Texas – and so are UNT Dallas’ educational options for students interested in rewarding healthcare careers.
The university’s School of Liberal Arts and Sciences is expanding its innovative academic programs, which include hands-on experiential
learning, state-of-the-art classrooms and labs, and faculty and staff who are focused
students’ success.
University of North Texas at Dallas and community leaders celebrate the STEM Building's ribbon-cutting in December 2025
At the heart of it all is a brand new, state-of-the-art STEM Building, which opened in December 2025 for the Spring 2026 semester. It is a truly transformative facility, featuring a cutting-edge teaching and learning environment, advanced technology and superb research capabilities.
At UNT Dallas, we are committed to meeting the moment and fueling the future of healthcare.
Best of Both: UNT Dallas-UNT Health Partnership
The key to our commitment is the Pre-Health Professions Program (PHPP). It offers the support, structure and clarity students need to pursue a healthcare
career with confidence. “Our Pre-Health Professions Program helps you define your
goals, connect the dots, and build a path that’s uniquely yours,” said Jessica Alvarez,
UNT Dallas Assistant Dean for Student Success in Health Professions. “From choosing
the right courses to preparing for exams like the MCAT or DAT, our advisors are here
to guide and support you.”
UNT Dallas students conduct experiments in a STEM chemistry lab
PHPP includes a unique partnership with UNT Health, the UNT System’s medical school in Fort Worth, to offer distinctive degrees and
collaborative instructional pathways.
Visit, Vibe and Thrive
On Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., prospective students can visit the UNT Dallas campus for a Pre-Health Professions
Priority Preview event, with activities designed specifically for future health and
medical leaders.
Be sure to RSVP for this UNT Dallas Special Preview Event on May 16, 2026
Come see us and learn how the Pre-Health Professions Program at UNT Dallas will help you chart a personalized course toward your chosen field, rooted in rigorous academics and real-world support.
From discovering your passion to navigating the application process to exploring ways
to pay tuition through scholarships, grants and financial aid – we’ll provide all
the information you need to move from interest to action. More than a place to study,
UNT Dallas is a safe place to launch.
Career Choices & Student Support
UNT Dallas students pursuing a career in the healthcare field will receive teaching and training beyond the traditional curriculum. Our Pre-Health Professions Program includes rigorous Classroom-to-Career initiatives, robust student resources, one-on-one coaching and mentoring, customized academic advising and multiple paths to medical school through a statewide network known as JAMP (Joint Admission Medical Program).
You’ll also get access to clinical shadowing, volunteer opportunities, and support
services designed specifically for pre-health students.
UNT Dallas students examine substances during class in a science lab
Healthcare professions include many different roles and specialties:
- Physician’s Assistant
- Nurse
- Dentist
- Pharmacist
- Pharmacy Technician
- Physician, Medical Doctor (MD)
- Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
- Veterinarian
Opportunities Ahead
An aging population means demand for healthcare providers and services will continue
to increase for years to come. Coupled with the healthcare industry’s extensive presence
in North Texas – hundreds of hospitals, medical facilities and treatment centers –
countless opportunities exist for students dedicated to a fulfilling, purpose-driven
career.
UNT Dallas STEM students listen as a professor leads a lab lesson
Join us on May 16, 2026, to check out the UNT Dallas campus, connect with PHPP leaders, professors of STEM and other disciplines, academic advisors, financial aid experts and the admissions team. We look forward to seeing you and helping plan your journey into a healthcare career. Be sure to RSVP.
In the meantime, meet two impressive UNT Dallas graduates now in medical school at UNT Health. Their remarkable stories of achievement prove what is possible when two great institutions partner together for the ultimate benefit of their students.
Malik Childs, UNT Dallas Class of 2024
Nicole Everitt, UNT Dallas Class of 2024
And hear from Dr. Aubrey Frantz, associate professor of biology, in our "Why I Teach" video series.
You will see why all three are real Trailblazers, reflective of the UNT Dallas mission of empower students, transforming lives and strengthening communities.
From UNT Dallas News