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Pre-Podiatry Pathway

Prepare for podiatric medical school and a career treating the foot, ankle and lower extremity. Complete the required science coursework, build a strong GPA and gain exposure to the field.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 77 in Major
Careers
Podiatrists

Why Study Pre-Podiatry Pathway at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"From the moment I stepped onto campus, every professor, staff member, and student I encountered treated me with such genuine warmth and respect, as if I were already a valued member of their community. Despite not having officially joined the EIU family, I immediately felt a deep sense of belonging. The atmosphere was one of comfort and inclusivity, where everyone seemed genuinely invested in my success and well-being."
Abbey McCord
Pre-Podiatry Pathway | Class of 2025
Abbey McCord, Pre-Podiatry Pathway at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
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Hands-On Experience, Pre-Podiatry Pathway students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The Pre-Podiatry Pathway prepares you for podiatric medical school and a career as a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), diagnosing and treating conditions of the foot, ankle and lower extremity. It is a fit if you enjoy science and health care and want to specialize in the lower extremity.

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$160,300
Median Salary for These CareersMedian salaryThe median is the middle value: half of the people counted earn more and half earn less. It is an estimate for a typical graduate, not a promise of what you will earn. Pay varies by employer, location, experience and the specific job.

Career OutcomesCareer outcomesThese are example careers that graduates of this program often pursue, taken from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET occupation list. They are examples, not job guarantees, and many graduates work in other fields.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

  • Podiatrists

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook Average OutlookO*NET doesn't currently flag any of the careers linked to this program as Bright Outlook. That doesn't mean jobs aren't out there. It just means these careers aren't expected to grow quickly, don't have 75,000 or more projected openings, and aren't new and emerging.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)Job Zone 5: Extensive preparationMost of these careers require graduate school, and many also call for more than five years of experience.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Personality Fit InvestigativeInvestigative interest typeYou like digging into how things work. This type of work involves researching and analyzing natural phenomena, living things, health problems or human behavior.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

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Sam Laingen
University Pre-Health Professions Advisor
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2070 Life Sciences
217-581-6235
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Elliott Zieman
Chair and Associate Professor
eazieman@eiu.edu
2070
217-581-1976
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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