Joining a Pre-Health student organization at UCF is a great way to interact and network with your UCF peers who have similar goals, listen and learn from speakers who are practicing in health care or are from health professional schools, and enhance your resume by gaining access to a wide variety of volunteerism and community service events, possible shadowing, possible leadership opportunities, and likely other extracurricular activities too.
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- University Kinesiology Club (UKC)
The University Kinesiology Club (UKC), cooperating with professional organizations, related fields, and our community, strives to be recognized as a national presence advancing the Sport and Exercise Science field, and the well being of all people through participation, leadership, advocacy, and professional conduct in our professions. UKC brings together students interested in personal training, athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, sports medicine, chiropractic and more!
University Kinesiology Club (UKC) - Black Undergraduate Kinesiology Association (BUKA)
Fostering an open and supportive community for minority Kinesiology students through mentorship, academic guidance, and peer empowerment at UCF.
Black Undergraduate Kinesiology Association (BUKA)
- Pre-Dental Student Association (PDSA)
PDSA supports aspiring dental professionals with resources like application workshops, shadowing opportunities, and networking with dentists. The organization fosters a community for students to develop leadership skills, engage in service projects, and gain insights into dentistry.
UCF Pre-Dental Student Association (PDSA)
- Pre-Professional Medical Society (PPMS)
PPMS supports healthcare career aspirants with application workshops, guest lectures, and networking. It fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, providing resources and experiences to strengthen student applications.
UCF Pre-Professional Medical Society (PPMS) - Pre-Med AMSA
Pre-Med AMSA offers MCAT prep, application guidance, and advocacy opportunities for aspiring physicians. It emphasizes leadership and community service, helping students prepare for medical school.
UCF Pre-Med AMSA - Multicultural Association of Pre-Health Students (MAPS)
MAPS empowers underrepresented students with mentorship, academic support, and engagement in health equity issues. It promotes diversity and cultural competence in healthcare.
UCF Multicultural Association of Pre-Health Students (MAPS) - Pre-SOMA
Pre-SOMA educates students on osteopathic medicine, offering DO application guidance, shadowing, and networking. It promotes holistic patient care and preventive medicine principles.
UCF Pre-SOMA - International Medical Outreach (IMO)
IMO focuses on global health through medical missions, health fairs, and outreach. Members gain clinical experience and cultural competence, preparing for careers in international healthcare.
UCF International Medical Outreach (IMO) - Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
Knights of HOSA prepares students for healthcare careers through leadership development, skill-building workshops, and competitions. It fosters a strong community for future healthcare professionals.
UCF HOSA - Health Awareness and Prevention Society (HAPS)
HAPS promotes health education and disease prevention through workshops, health fairs, and public health campaigns. It offers members hands-on experience in community health initiatives.
UCF Health Awareness and Prevention Society (HAPS) - Phi Delta Epsilon International Medical Fraternity
Phi Delta Epsilon is a co-ed professional fraternity, focused on creating physicians of integrity with a life-long commitment to our guiding principles of philanthropy, deity, and education.
UCF Phi Delta Epsilon - Latino Medical Student Association Plus (LMSA+)
The Latino Medical Student Association at UCF unites and empowers pre-health students through service, mentorship and education to advocate for the health of the Latino community.
Latino Medical Student Association Plus (LMSA+) - Black Men in Medicine, Inc.
The Black Men in Medicine organization, founded in Fall 2023, is marking a significant step in their mission to increase the representation of Black healthcare professionals.
Black Men In Medicine Inc. - Delta Epsilon Mu
A co-ed pre-health fraternity dedicated to serving the community and uniting students of diverse backgrounds with interest in the varying health fields through leadership, professional development, and brotherhood.
UCF Delta Epsilon Mu - Knights of HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America)
To enhance the delivery of compassionate, quality health care by providing opportunities for knowledge, skill and leadership development of all health science education students, therefore, helping the student meet the needs of the health care community.
Knights of HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) - Hearts for the Homeless
An organization focused on providing blood pressure screening opportunities to the homeless population. This site serves to facilitate communication with members and non-members in the community with a brief overview of H4H and how to get involved.
Hearts for the Homeless - Global Medical Brigades (GMB)
Global Brigades is the world’s largest student-led global health and sustainable development organization that provides comprehensive health care in rural communities with limited access to healthcare by having volunteers work alongside local licensed medical professionals.
Global Medical Brigades (GMB)
- Pre-Optometry Association
The Pre-Optometry Association supports aspiring optometrists with application guidance, shadowing opportunities, and professional networking. It offers resources to prepare students for success in optometry programs.
UCF Pre-Optometry Association
- Pre-Occupational Therapy Organization
This organization offers resources, networking, and application guidance for students interested in occupational therapy. It provides opportunities for shadowing and professional development.
UCF Pre-Occupational Therapy Organization - University Kinesiology Club (UKC)
The University Kinesiology Club (UKC), cooperating with professional organizations, related fields, and our community, strives to be recognized as a national presence advancing the Sport and Exercise Science field, and the well being of all people through participation, leadership, advocacy, and professional conduct in our professions. UKC brings together students interested in personal training, athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, sports medicine, chiropractic and more!
University Kinesiology Club (UKC) - Black Undergraduate Kinesiology Association (BUKA)
Fostering an open and supportive community for minority Kinesiology students through mentorship, academic guidance, and peer empowerment at UCF.
Black Undergraduate Kinesiology Association (BUKA)
- Undergraduate Physical Therapy Association (UPTA)
The Undergraduate Physical Therapy Association aims to provide a supportive network for students interested in physical therapy careers while providing them with information and opportunities necessary for admission into Doctor of Physical Therapy programs.
Undergraduate Physical Therapy Association (UPTA) - University Kinesiology Club (UKC)
The University Kinesiology Club (UKC), cooperating with professional organizations, related fields, and our community, strives to be recognized as a national presence advancing the Sport and Exercise Science field, and the well being of all people through participation, leadership, advocacy, and professional conduct in our professions. UKC brings together students interested in personal training, athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, sports medicine, chiropractic and more!
University Kinesiology Club (UKC) - Black Undergraduate Kinesiology Association (BUKA)
Fostering an open and supportive community for minority Kinesiology students through mentorship, academic guidance, and peer empowerment at UCF.
Black Undergraduate Kinesiology Association (BUKA)
- Association of Pre-Physician Assistants (APPA)
APPA offers resources, shadowing, and networking opportunities for aspiring physician assistants. It provides application guidance and professional development.
UCF Association of Pre-Physician Assistants (APPA)
- Pre-Pharmacy Society
The Pre-Pharmacy Society offers resources, networking, and application guidance for aspiring pharmacists. It provides opportunities for shadowing and professional development.
UCF Pre-Pharmacy Society
- Pre-Veterinary Society
The Pre-Veterinary Society provides a means for learning about the academic process and the opportunities available within the veterinary career.
UCF Pre-Veterinary Society