🔹 What if I’m considering medical school 🔹 Can I still do Co-op if I want to go to med school 🔹 Will Co-op affect my medical school timeline 🔹 Are there Co-op jobs for pre-med students 🔹 Can I use Co-op to prepare for med school

Yes — you can still do Co-op if you’re planning to apply to medical school, but there are a few things to consider.

Here’s what you need to know:

🩺 Opportunities for pre-med students

• Some Co-op placements are available in health-related fields

• These tend to be rare due to liability restrictions, especially in clinical settings

• You may find roles in research, public health, or health administration

📅 Graduation timeline

• Co-op students typically graduate one term later than planned

• Since most medical schools start in the fall, this delay usually doesn’t affect your application timeline

⏳ Use the extra time wisely

• You can spend that term preparing for the MCAT, gaining volunteer experience, or strengthening your application

✅ Speak with your Co-op Coordinator early to explore options and build a timeline that works for your goals.

📘 Helpful Definitions:

• Pre-med student: An undergraduate student planning to apply to medical school

• Liability restrictions: Legal and safety limitations that affect placement availability in clinical settings

• MCAT: Medical College Admission Test, required for most med school applications

📎 Suggested Links:

• Co-op Program Overview

• How to Apply – Co-op Program

• Contact Career Services – CEL

📝 Special Notes:

• Co-op experience can strengthen your med school application, especially in research or community health roles

• Be proactive in seeking placements that align with your interests

• International students should confirm how Co-op and med school timelines affect study permits or post-grad plans