The University of New Haven’s School of Health Sciences (SHS) is one of the most progressive health sciences schools in the United States for its approach to integrating all health professionals – from technicians to physicians – in an interdisciplinary, interprofessional educational experience focused on public health, ethics, and health technology.
Students develop the competencies necessary to be a successful healthcare professional in the 21st century through hands-on experiences and a curriculum focused on healthcare innovation, systems thinking, and using evidence-based approaches to solve today’s biggest challenges in healthcare.
The School of Health Sciences includes the Departments of Allied Health, Nutrition Sciences, and Health Administration and Policy, as well as the University’s programs in dental hygiene, healthcare administration, health sciences, and nutrition and dietetics. SHS also plans to launch 10 new academic programs over the next decade.
Given the current trends and drivers in healthcare, a focus on population health and prevention is essential to transforming our healthcare delivery system. This transformation, we believe, begins with healthcare providers shifting their focus to keeping patients healthy as opposed to curing their illnesses. This is our guiding principle.
Our focus on digital health and health technology stems from our belief that technology will create efficiencies and improved experiences for patients. A quarter of the faculty members in the School of Health Sciences are trained in ethics and philosophy, making us uniquely suited to educate health professionals who are not only competent but caring, ethical providers.
Interested in become a physician, physician assistant, physical therapist, occupational therapist, or related health professional? We're here to make sure you have the knowledge, experiences, and support you need to navigate the medical school admissions process.
Learn MoreAt the University of New Haven, we take a unique and progressive approach to preparing our students to attend medical school through the pre-medical studies designation. Through rigorous coursework, students will attain the skills, knowledge, and abilities to create a strong foundation for their progression into medical school.
Learn MoreStudents are encouraged to explore the wide range of health professions available at the University of New Haven throughout their first year and use our Health Sciences Simulation Facility to gain early exposure to clinical settings and practices.
The future of healthcare is filled with challenges that healthcare professionals will be asked to solve. Our core curriculum provides students with the courses and experiences necessary to build the tools they need to develop solutions for our complex healthcare system.
Every program in the School of Health Sciences requires you to get at least one hands-on experience outside the classroom prior to graduation. We achieve this internships, study abroad programs, practica, clinical rotations, and faculty-mentored research projects.
Our faculty and staff are focused on ensuring that students achieve their post-graduation goals, whether it be graduate school, new employment, certification, or career advancement. Our graduates have high board passage rates, post-graduate employment rates, and ongoing success throughout their careers.
The School of Health Sciences at the University of New Haven provides students with stellar practice and learning opportunities through its on-campus facilities and partner institutions.
The mission of the School of Health Sciences is to train competent, caring health professionals by delivering innovative and interdisciplinary healthcare education and services that are student-centered and focused on excellence, with a global reach.
Undergraduate Programs
Learn to become a leader in some of the healthcare industry’s fastest-growing fields.
Graduate Programs
Become an expert in leading a 21st century healthcare organization and in helping people lead healthier lives.
Innovative Learning Opportunities
Gain hands-on experience to apply an evidence-based approach to solve healthcare challenges.
Our faculty are leaders and innovators in their fields, bringing both deep professional experience and academic rigor to the classroom.
The School of Health Sciences is accredited by some of the leading organizations in the field and has been acknowledged for its commitment to providing a world-class educational experience.
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When she was in college, Summer McGee, Ph.D. knew she wanted to make her mark addressing critical issues in healthcare. Today she is a national expert in health policy, bioethics, and healthcare management.
Interested in become a physician, physician assistant, physical therapist, occupational therapist, or related health professional? We're here to make sure you have the knowledge, experiences, and support you need to navigate the medical school admissions process.
The Pre-Health Professions (PHP) Scholars Program at the University of New Haven provides undergraduate students with a rigorous four-year experience that will help guide them to the right health professions career or graduate program.
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At the University of New Haven, we take a unique and progressive approach to preparing our students to attend medical school through the pre-medical studies designation. Through rigorous coursework, students will attain the skills, knowledge, and abilities to create a strong foundation for their progression into medical school.
All University of New Haven students have access to the many resources available through the University’s Career Development Center, which has been named one of the best in the nation by The Princeton Review.
From career assessments, networking, and job shadowing to on-campus interviews and salary negotiation, the Career Development Center provides the skills and connections to identify a meaningful career and an opportunity to pursue your passion.
Learn MoreOur advisory board is comprised of leaders from some of the largest healthcare systems and corporations in the U.S.
The Pre-Health Professions (PHP) Scholars Program at the University of New Haven provides undergraduate students with a rigorous four-year experience that will help guide them to the right health professions career or graduate program.
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The Women Executives in Healthcare Prize Fund recognizes an outstanding female graduate student enrolled in the School of Health Sciences, with preference given to a student in the Masters of Healthcare Administration or Masters of Public Health programs. Selection is based on general academic excellence and review of a student-submitted essay outlining career aspirations in healthcare management. To apply for the Women Executives in Healthcare Scholarship Fund (approximate amount is $1,500 per year) established by Women Executives in Healthcare, Inc., please email Samantha Morales, Assistant Director of the MHA Program.
Email Samantha Morales