Health Science (BS)

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The Bachelor of Science in Health Science at D'Youville University gives you the perfect mix of social science and physical science to launch your career in public health. Grounded in industry-standard competencies, the program teaches you to think critically and communicate effectively about the social and policy factors that shape our well-being. The curriculum also serves as a versatile academic foundation, preparing you for advanced professional degrees in fields like physical therapy, occupational therapy, or physician assistant studies.You’ll graduate ready to address community health challenges with smart, evidence-based solutions.

Job Titles to Explore

  • Community health specialist
  • Health educator
  • Public health program coordinator
  • Health promotion specialist
  • Clinical research assistant

Many graduates also pursue advanced professional degrees in healthcare fields.

Employment Settings to Explore

  • Community health organizations
  • Public health agencies
  • Health promotion programs
  • Clinical and research settings

Program at a Glance:

  • Modality: In-Person
  • Years to Degree: 3 to 4 Years
  • Credits: 120
  • Start Term: Fall
  • Pathway to Graduate Health Programs
  • $63,000
    Median yearly salary of a Health Educator (bls.gov)
  • 4%
    Job growth through 2034 (bls.gov)
  • 120
    Credits
  • Modality
    In-person

Program Spotlight

Develop Career-Ready Skills

Throughout the program, students build professional skills in:

  • Scientific inquiry & data analysis: design evidence-informed solutions.
  • Communication and collaboration: present health information tailored to clinical, administrative, and community audiences.
  • Ethical and culturally responsive practice: Students examine real health challenges and develop strategies that promote healthier communities and improved population health.

Pathway to graduate health programs

The curriculum supports students planning to pursue advanced degrees such as:

  • Osteopathic medicine
  • Physician assistant studies
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Chiropractic
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Admission Details

Applications are processed as soon as they are received. Students enter the program in the fall.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Submitted application for admission.

Official high school transcripts.

An overall weighted GPA of 85% with successful completion of high school graduation requirements and three years of math, English, and science. 

Transfer students are required to have a minimum of C or better in each of the courses for which credit is transferred.

TUITION & FEES

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Why D'Youville

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Pathway to Graduate Education

The program serves as a pathway for graduates who plan to pursue advanced degrees in osteopathic medicine, chiropractic, occupational therapy, physical therapy, physician assistant, or other health professions.

For people planning to stay at D'Youville for graduate study, we strongly encourage you to refer to your program of interest to learn more. Students intending to pursue graduate study should be aware that admission requirements for graduate programs vary by institution and may exceed the minimum requirements of this undergraduate program.

Strong reputation in healthcare education

D’Youville is a long-standing health sciences university with well-established programs such as Nursing, PA, PT, and Pharmacy. Its identity is rooted in clinical preparation, interprofessional training, and producing practice-ready clinicians.

Small-cohort, high-support learning environment
Unlike larger universities, D’Youville offers more personalized advising, faculty access, and individualized clinical placement support, something APRN students consistently say is a major advantage.

Courses & Curriculum

REQUIRED COURSES

120-credit bachelor’s degree
A comprehensive program combining liberal arts education with specialized health science coursework.

80 credits in liberal arts and sciences
Strong scientific and interdisciplinary foundation to prepare students for diverse healthcare careers.

Capstone project experience
Students complete a final Health Science Capstone, designing an evidence-informed solution to a real community health challenge.

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