COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES FOR HEALTH SCIENCES

Choosing the right college is crucial in laying the foundation for a successful healthcare career. These distinguished institutions stand out for their exceptional healthcare programs, dedicated faculty, and cutting-edge facilities. As you explore these colleges, consider how their unique offerings, campus culture, and commitment to student success align with your aspirations and goals. Embrace this exciting opportunity to embark on an academic journey that will shape your future and prepare you for a fulfilling career in the healthcare industry!

BOSTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | View Website

$61,050

Private Boston, MA

Healthcare Administration, Mental & Behavioral Health

Boston University School of Medicine is dedicated to the educational, intellectual, professional and personal development of a diverse group of exceptional students, trainees, and faculty who are deeply committed to the study and practice of medicine, to biomedical research, and to public health. A school built upon educational excellence. Each year, approximately 180 new medical students and 350 graduate medical sciences students matriculate at BUSM. The demanding and rigorous medical training combines clinical work at more than 40 outpatient sites ranging from hospitals to private clinics, laboratory experience, and lectures. A long tradition of research and innovation. BUSM faculty push the frontiers of scientific and medical knowledge, just as they’ve done for more than 130 years. Learn more »

HARCUM COLLEGE: HEALTH SCIENCES | View Website

$14,750/semester

Private

Bryn Mawr, PA

Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy

Harcum College offers a range of majors in the Health Sciences that include robust experiential education components and are considered career-ready associate’s degree programs. Upon graduation, because of the clinicals and practicums, students readily obtain employment in fields such as Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant, Nursing, Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting with EFDA, Veterinary Nursing, Radiologic Technology, to name a few of the majors offered. Learn more »

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE: HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | View Website

In-State: $12,147

Out-of-State: $28,520

Public

Louisville, KY

Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Healthcare Administration

The University of Louisville is a state supported research university located in Kentucky’s largest metropolitan area. It was a municipally supported public institution for many decades until 1970. The University has separate schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health. The University has three campuses. The 287-acre Belknap Campus is three miles from downtown Louisville and houses seven of the university’s 12 colleges and schools. The Health Sciences Center is situated in downtown Louisville’s medical complex and houses the university’s health related programs and the University of Louisville Hospital. The 243-acre Shelby Campus is located in eastern Jefferson County. Learn more »

STUDENT TESTIMONIAL:

Eileen

Sheridan

Quinnipiac University Summer Programs

Why did you choose to participate in this program?

After attending the Quinnipiac University Open House last Spring, I knew I could see myself going to school there. Quinnipiac moved up on my list to my first choice for college. I figured it would be an amazing opportunity to experience a little taste of what college would be like and would help me confirm what I want to do in the future. The program helped me to confirm that I want to be an Occupational Therapist.

How did you decide which program was right for you?

I knew I wanted to choose an occupation in Allied Health Sciences. Allied Health professions encompass a large group of professions. When I received an email about the summer programs being offered, I decided that the Health Exploration Program would be perfect for me because it would give an insight to many healthcare professions, which is exactly what I needed to help me determine what I wanted to do in my future.

What was a typical day in your program?

I woke up around 7am to get ready and then head over to the student center for breakfast around 8. After breakfast, we went to the designated classroom. Classrooms changed each day depending on the occupation we learned about. Each class was set up as a handson workshop about that specific profession we were learning about that day. Each session had a professional from the field who spoke about what a day in the life of that profession was like. We then had a hands-on activity. The sessions went from 9am12pm, with a lunch break from 12-1pm.

Classes resumed from 1-3pm. At 3:00pm we had the opportunity to hang out with other students until dinner at 5:00pm. After dinner we had an evening activity provided by our amazing counselors and would head back to the dorms at 8pm and be in bed by 10pm. The program also gave us the opportunity to explore different activities in the area. We went hiking at Sleeping Giant State Park, spent a day at the aquarium and zoo. These outings gave us an opportunity to get to know the staff and the other students in the program.

What was the most memorable moment of your program?

That is a hard question for me to answer! I have many reasons why the program was memorable and unforgettable. First, where else would I have the opportunity to hold a human brain! The program gave me great insight on each profession and that helped me decide that I want to be an Occupational Therapist. Secondly, I met amazing people! The staff were knowledgeable and so friendly. I also made great friends that I still talk to everyday! Thirdly, it allowed me to see what college life was going to be like. This experience helped me realize that I am ready to go away and experience the world.