What We Do
The Health Professions Advising Center (HPAC) provides current CSUSB students and alumni strengths-based advising, resources, and support for those seeking careers in the health professions. HPAC is staffed with a dedicated professional and pre-health peer advisors committed to supporting CSUSB’s diverse student body in attaining their academic and professional goals.
Who We Serve
The CSUSB Health Professions Advising Center (HPAC) plays a vital role in providing support services to CSUSB undergraduate, graduate, and alumni students who are preparing for careers in healthcare. The center collaborates with various stakeholders, including CSUSB faculty and staff, community colleges, and graduate professional schools, to enhance opportunities and resources for students pursuing health professions.
Ep. 44 - What is the Health Professions Advising Center?
In Episode 44 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin chats with Dr. Crystal Otubuah, previous Coordinator of the Health Professions Advising Center (HPAC). What does it mean to be "med school" ready? How can I improve my application to medical/professional school? What are other pathways to nursing? How do I know what prerequisites to take? Find out in this episode!
CSUSB Advising Podcast
Pre-Health Profesions Advising Drop-Ins
Pre-health advising drop-ins are available in-person and virtually via Zoom (except on holidays and/or campus closures). After attending a drop-in, you can request an appointment for a future date.
Join virtually via Zoom or check in to UH-329 during scheduled hours.
| Monday | 9AM - 2PM |
| Tuesday | 9AM - 2PM |
| Wednesday | 9AM - 2PM |
| Thursday | 9AM - 2PM |
| Friday | None |
***Drop-in schedule is subject to change without notice due to advisor availability.
Summer Campus Closures (05/25/26, 06/18/26, 07/02/26, and every Friday (06/05/26-08/14/26))
