Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the acceptance rates for students in your program?
A: Below are the statistics for the past five years for applicants to all programs. Statistics are for students applying through the Health Professions Committee for the current graduating classes. We support our graduates indefinitely beyond graduation. Therefore, multiple percentages reflect updates for additional applicants + re-applicants to the present time. The "medicine" category combines both allopathic and osteopathic medicine.
| Field | Class of 08 |
Class of 09 |
Class of 10 |
Class of 11 |
Class of 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audiology | - |
- |
- |
- |
1/1= 100% |
| Chiropractic | 2/2= 100% |
2/2= 100% |
- |
4/4=100% |
1/1= 100% |
| Dentistry | 2/5= 40%
3/5 = 60% |
2/2= 100% |
- |
2/2= 100% |
6/6= 100% |
| Medicine | 10/12= 83%
14/14 = 100% |
15/15= 100% 16/16= 100% |
8/10=80% 14/17= 82% |
6/8= 75% 7/8= 88% |
8/9= 89% |
| Naturopathic Medicine | 1/1=100% |
- |
- |
1/1= 100% |
- |
| Nursing | 1/1= 100% 3/3= 100% |
- |
3/3= 100% |
3/3= 100% |
3/3= 100% |
| Occupational therapy | 1/1= 100% |
- |
1/1= 100% |
1/2= 50% |
|
| Optometry | 1/1= 100% |
4/4= 100% |
- |
2/2= 100% |
|
| Pathologists' Assistant | - |
- |
- |
- |
0/1= 0% |
| Pharmacy | 1/1=100% |
2/2= 100% |
3/3=100% 4/4= 100% |
- |
2/3= 67% |
| Physical therapy | 1/1= 100% |
2/2= 100% |
- |
2/2= 100% |
1/1= 100% |
| Physician assistant | 2/2=100% |
1/2= 50%
2/4=50% |
1/1=100% |
1/2= 50% |
2/3= 67% |
| Podiatry | 3/3= 100% |
- |
1/1= 100% |
- |
1/1= 100% |
| Public Administration | - |
- |
- |
1/1= 100% |
- |
| Public Health | 2/2= 100% |
- |
1/1=100% |
2/2= 100% |
1/1= 100% |
| Radiological Sciences | - |
- |
1/1=100% |
- |
- |
| Veterinary medicine | 1/2= 50% |
3/4=75% 5/5= 100% |
1/1=100% |
4/4= 100% |
2/2= 100% |
Q: Which schools have accepted your students?
A:
- Allopathic Medicine - Albert Einstein, Boston University School of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, Commonwealth Medical College, Dartmouth (M.D./Ph.D), Drexel University, Duke University, Eastern Virginia, Georgetown University, George Washington University, Howard University, Jefferson Medical College, Johns Hopkins University, Howard University College of Mediicne,Marshall University, Mayo Medical School, New York Medical College, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Ross University, St. Georges University, SUNY Upstate Medical College, SUNY Buffalo, Temple University, Temple/Geisinger Health Care System (4+4), Tulane University, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, University of Buffalo at SUNY, University of Kentucky, University of Maryland, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, University of Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh, University of Alabama at Birmingham (M.D./Ph.D. program), University of Louisville, University of Maryland (MSTP M.D./Ph.D.), University of Maryland, University of Nebraska, University of Rochester, University of Santo Thomas, University of South Dakota, University of Texas MedicaL Branch (Galveston), Texas A & M, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, University of Minnesota Twin Cities, University of California-Davis, University of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth, University of Washington School of Medicine, West Virginia Univesity
- Audiology - Towson University, Northwestern University
- Chiropractic - D'Youville College, Life University School of Chiropractic, Logan College of Chiropractic, New York College of Chiropractic Medicine, Palmer College of Chiropractic, University of Bridgeport
- Cytotechnology - Jefferson College of Health Professions
- Dental Hygiene - University of Pittsburgh
- Dentistry - Boston University, Case Western University, Columbia University, Lake Erie College of Dental Medicine, Midwestern Universityin Glendale, Temple University, University of Louisville, University of Maryland, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, University of North Carolina, University of Pennsylvania,Virginia Commonwealth University, Western University of Health Sciences
- Diagnostic Imaging - Jefferson College of Health Professions
- Genetic Counseling - Beaver College
- Medical Technology - Oregon Health and Science Institute & the Orgegon Institute of Technology
- Naturopathic Medicine- Bastyr University, Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, National College of Natural Medicine, University of Bridgeport
- Nuclear Medicine - Wilkes Barre Hospital
- Nursing - Case Western Reserve University Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions, DeSales University, Drexel University, Duquesne University, Edinboro University, Fairfield University, Jefferson College of Health Professions, Johns Hopkins University, Lancaster General College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Mount Aloysius, Reading Area Community College, Robert Morris University, University of Maryland, Shenandoah University, University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, University of Rochester School of Nursing, Villanova University
- Occupational Therapy -Boston University, Chatham College, Duquesne University, Gannon University, Jefferson School of Health Professions, Mount Aloysius, Shenandoah University, St. Franicis University, Tufts Univeristy, University of Illinois at Chicago, University of Pittsburgh, Virginia Commonwealth University/Medical College of Virginia, Washington University in St. Louis
- Optometry - New England College of Optometry, Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University, University of Illinois
- Osteopathic Medicine - Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine of the A.T. Still University of Health Sciences, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, NOVA Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, Touro University Califiornia College of Osteopathic Medicine; University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine, West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
- Pathologists' Assistant - Drexel Pathology Assistant Program, Indiana University School of Medicine
- Pharmacy - Duquesne University, Jefferson School of Health Professions, Lake Erie College of Pharmacy, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Sciences, Shenandoah University, Temple University, University of Pittsburgh, Wilkes College
- Physical Therapy - Arcadia University, Chatham College, Columbia University, Drexel University, Franklin Pierce College, Jefferson School of Health Professions, Marymount University, New York Medical College, NOVA Southeastern University, NOVA Southeastern University Tampa Hybrid DPT Program, Slippery Rock University, St. Francis University, Temple University, University of Miami, University of Pittsburgh, University of Rhode Island, Washington University in St. Louis, Widener University
- Physical Therapy Assistant - Union College
- Physician Assistant - Arcadia Univerisity, A.T. Still University Arizona School of Health Sciences, Chatham College, DeSales University, Drexel University, George Washington University, Kings College, Lock Haven University, LeMoyne College Masters Program, Marywood University, Penn College, Salus Univeristy, Seton Hill, St. Francis University, University of Pittsburgh, Yale University
- Podiatric Medicine - California College of Podiatric Medicine, Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (formerly Ohio College), Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Temple University College of Podiatric Medicine
- Public Administration- Pennsylvania State University at Harrisburg
- Public Health - Boston University, Jefferson College of Health Professions, Morgan State University, Rochester University, St. Louis University, SUNY University of Albany, Tulane University, University of Delaware, University of Pittsburgh, West Chester University
- Radiological Sciences - Jefferson School of Health ProfessionsMasachuesetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, SUNY Upstate Medical University
Veterinary Medicine - Colorado State University, Cornell University, Iowa State University, Kansas State University, Massey University Veterinary School in New Zealand, Michigan State University, Murdoch University in Australia, Ohio State Univeristy, Purdue University, Ross University, The Royal Veterinary College, Tufts University, University College Dublin, University of Edinburgh, University of Georgia, University of Glasgow, University of Illinios, University of London, University of Missouri, University of Pennsylvania, University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/PhD), Western University of Health Sciences.
Q: Do you guarantee acceptance?
A: No. However, we do guarantee that we will keep abreast of your progress, give you guidance, and advocate appropriately for you as long as it takes, even after you graduate. It is important to mention that our special relationship with our affiliates often gives students an edge in the application process.
Q: Do pre-medical students have to major in Biology?
A: No. Medical schools and other health professions schools do NOT require students to major in biology! Although students must take the prerequisite courses required for professional school, they should feel free to choose or design a Program of Emphasis in any academic area.
Q: Do pre-medical students have to do research?
A: It depends. Some research-oriented schools want their applicants to have research experience. The Health Professions Committee strongly encourages all of our students who enjoy laboratory work to consider getting some research experience, as there are excellent opportunities for combined degrees in medicine (M.D./Ph.D. and D.O./Ph.D.) and for pursuing Ph.D.s in many other health fields, such as nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and public health. In addition, research experience gives students the flexibility to apply to graduate school if their plans change.
Q: What is the difference between an M.D. and a D.O.?
A: M.D. and D.O. are the two main types of physicians. There is also a third type of physician emerging in the health care system, an N.D. The table provides a broad overview for comparison.
| M.D. | D.O. | N.D. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meaning of the credential | Medical Doctor | Doctor of Osteopathy | Naturopathic Doctor |
| Type of medical practice | Allopathic | Osteopathic | Naturopathic |
| Treatment Forte | Accidents and acute illnesses | Accidents, acute illnesses, and wellness | Wellness and chronic disease management |
| Practice modalities | Drugs and surgery | Drugs, surgery, and osteopathic manipulation | Minor surgery, naturopathic manipulation, and natural modalities, including herbs, massage, diet, acupuncture, and homeopathy |
| Education | 4 years of medical school followed by residency | 4 years of medical school followed by internship year and residency | 4 years of medical school with optional residency |
| Scope of practice | Licensure nationwide | Licensure nationwide | Licensure in 15 states, the District of Columbia, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico |
| Websites for premeds | http://www.aamc.org | http://www.aacom.org | http://www.aanmc.org |
Q: Where does Juniata stand on complementary and alternative medicine?
A: Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is used extensively by patients in the United States, and integrative medicine (CAM + conventional medicine) is gaining momentum as a model for health care. Although the Juniata College Health Professions Committee does not advocate for a specific philosophy of health care, we encourage our students to explore and critically evaluate CAM and integrative medicine in order to understand the complexity of options in the U.S. health care system and to find the niche that best fits their interests, career goals, and personal philosophy. Toward that end, we offer two courses, ND 290 Rural Health Care Issues and ND 295 Rural Health Rotations, that introduce students to the practice of medicine in Huntingdon from the integrative medical perspective.
