UNE's expansive, holistic vision of a healthier world goes beyond physical well-being. It encompasses emotional and intellectual fulfillment — as well as economic opportunity — for individuals, prosperous and supportive communities, and cooperative environmental stewardship across the globe.

Bringing that vision to life requires the deep involvement of all of our programs, often working in cross-disciplinary combinations. UNE offers more than 40 bachelor’s degrees and 30-plus graduate, professional, and doctoral degrees in needed fields, including the natural and social sciences, the humanities and the arts, business, and health.

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ABOUT UNE

Visit UNE's scenic waterfront campus, where the Saco River meets the Atlantic. With ocean access, wetlands, a private research island, and endless outdoor recreation, you'll enjoy both the beauty and research opportunities. Plus, UNE's Portland campus offers city life in one of Maine's most vibrant and welcoming communities.

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UNE is Maine’s top university for health professions and health sciences. Discover our cutting-edge labs and supportive community while preparing for rewarding careers in the fastest-growing industry. The Medical Sciences track of the Medical Biology major provides unique opportunities for undergraduates to collaborate with graduate health students and engage in interdisciplinary research.

Pathway to Pre-Med Success
UNE’s B.S. in Medical Biology prepares you for medical, dental, veterinary, or physical therapy school by fulfilling essential prerequisites and providing hands-on experience. Benefit from our GradVantage program for a streamlined path to our health professional programs, and accelerated pathways to medical and dental colleges.

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Pre-Med Preparation: Complete essential prerequisite courses as a pre-med student.
Supportive Community: Join a welcoming network of health enthusiasts.
Cutting-Edge Research: Collaborate with faculty on innovative research projects.
Competitive Advantage: UNE students have higher acceptance rates into our professional programs, including medicine, dental medicine, and physician assistant studies.
Accelerated Pathways: Access a 3+4 bachelor’s-to-doctorate pathway with UNE’s dental college.

Why Choose UNE Medical Biology?

Career Outlook

UNE’s Medical Biology–Medical Sciences track equips you to excel as a knowledgeable scientist and critical thinker, whether you aim to become a health provider or work in medical research, biotechnology, or other innovative fields. Our graduates pursue diverse careers, including:

Physician
Dentist
Veterinarian
Occupational/Physical Therapist
Medical Researcher
Clinical Researcher
Drug Development Scientist
Genetic Counselor
Medical Editor
Instrument Technician

BACHELOR'S DEGREE

Medical Biology

Ranked #1 for Job Placement

Highest ranked college in Maine for graduate job placement and projected career earnings.

UNE graduates have high acceptance rates into competitive health programs.

Strong Job Placement

Pre-Med Focus

Designed to prepare students for medical, dental, veterinary, or physical therapy school.

Healthcare jobs are expected to become available in U.S. between 2016 and 2026.

2.4 Million Jobs

GradVantage Program

Benefit from our GradVantage program for a streamlined path to our health professional programs, and accelerated pathways to medical and dental colleges.

Engage in laboratory work and research projects to gain practical experience.

Hands-On Learning

"The coursework here provides a strong foundation in sciences and professional skills in order to be successful in further studies."

- Caitlin Whalen, Medical Biology (Medical Sciences), 2023

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