
Health Sciences
Inclement Weather: February 25, 2026
All classes starting prior to 11 a.m. will be remote. Classes after 11 a.m. will be in person. Non-essential staff should work remote until 11 a.m. then report to campus as scheduled.
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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment in healthcare occupations to grow 16 percent from 2020 to 2030.
Serve, Grow and Lead in a Healthcare Field
Explore your interest in healthcare through our multi-opportunity programs. The Health Sciences department offers a variety of options for students:
Available Programs
Undergraduate
- Bachelor of Science in Health Science
- Associate of Science in Radiography
- Minor in Global Health
- Minor in Nutrition
Accelerated & Dual Degree Programs
- 4+1 Health Science & Public Health
- 3+2 Health Science & Occupational Therapy
- 3+2 Health Science & Health Administration
- 3+2 Health Science & Social Work
- Accelerated BA/BS to Master of Public Health
- Bachelor’s-Master of Public Health (MPH) Dual Degree Program
Graduate
I am very pleased to inform you that I was accepted to the graduate entry prespecialty in nursing program and begin my studies for my dream career as a pediatric nurse practitioner in the fall! Thank you [to SHU] for your part in this success––I could not have done it without you!
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