Bachelor of Science in Health Studies
Pre-Professional Major
A Pathway to Medical and Allied Health Professional Schools
The Bachelor of Science in Health Studies Pre-Professional major prepares you for application to medical school, physician assistant, physical
therapy, occupational therapy, and many other allied health graduate programs.
The degree program provides students with advanced knowledge in biology, physical
sciences, statistics, applied research, public and private healthcare delivery, healthcare
law and ethics, teamwork, cultural awareness, and professionalism. In addition, the
degree also prepares students to pursue administrative roles in healthcare.
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Credits to Graduate
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120 credits
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Format
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On Campus and 100% Online Classes with applied practicum
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Career-focused
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Courses apply to a variety of in-demand jobs
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Transfer credit
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Up to 90 approved credits
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Accreditation
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ULM is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission of Colleges
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Practicum Experience
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Build practical skills for career success
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Expert Faculty Advisors
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Personable, supportive, and experienced faculty
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Minor Options
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Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Spanish
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Pathways
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Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physican Assistant, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine,
and other allied health graduate programs
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Program Goal
The BS Health Studies Pre-Professional program prepares students for their advanced,
professional degree after the bachelor’s degree or to gain employment as a healthcare
leader. Though high-quality education, students will develop leadership values, essential
healthcare operations management skills, cultural awareness, interpersonal skills,
and sound knowledge in biological and applied sciences needed to be successful in
today’s health and human service settings.
Licensed Healthcare Providers
Growth through 2031: ^13%
Medical sciences and heath care professionals are expanding rapidly and growing in
sophistication. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment in healthcare occupations is expected to increase 13% from 2021-2031,
much faster than the average across all U.S. occupations.
Now is a great time to get the education you need to become a licensed allied healthcare professional and join a rapidly growing field.
Strategies for Success
- Focus on doing well in your studies, particularly the science and math courses.
- Become involved with extracurricular activities.
- Get hands on exposure to your profession – shadow or work in your specific field.
- Take a CPR Course.
- Participate in the Health Studies Practicum.
- Identify professional schools and learn their application process.
- Identify Admission Tests required by your professional school (DAT, GRE, OAT, PA-CAT, MCAT, MCAT Essentials.
- Take the GRE or other admission tests several months before application.
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Health Studies