What should I major in if I am contemplating attending medical, dental, veterinary, podiatry, optometry, or chiropractic school?

Professional Associations, including the Association of American Medical Schools, do not recommend any particular major for professional school preparation. In addition, there are no specific majors which schools tend to prefer. Pre-health students can major in anything from engineering to history to vocal performance. The important thing to consider when contemplating majors is that you choose something you enjoy. Chances are, if you enjoy the subjects you are studying, you will do better than if you choose something just because you think it will get you into a professional school. So, while majors are not important, your grades and overall performance in your chosen major are. You should also seriously consider a back-up plan. Because acceptance to professional schools is extremely competitive, you may need a back-up plan to use temporarily or for a longer period of time. You should consider this and plan accordingly. If you never need a back-up plan - excellent. If you do, you ...