Online Health Science Studies—BS Completion Track
Program Contact: Christine G. Fitzgerald 203-582-8688
This program is designed for health care professionals who already have an associate’s degree in science (e.g., an AS in diagnostic imaging or respiratory therapy) and would like to pursue a Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Health Science Studies. Nontraditional, adult professionals who are looking to change careers and/or increase their opportunities in the growing health care industry as well as recent AS graduates who wish to continue their studies may complete this program part time via a distance education format through QU Online with a curriculum that builds on the individual’s prior educational preparation.
For more information visit the Quinnipiac Online website.
Online Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Credit from Associate’s Degree | 60 | |
| Quinnipiac Open Elective Courses | 9 | |
| Quinnipiac Advanced Core Courses | 20 | |
| Quinnipiac Health Science Courses | 33 | |
| Total Credits | 122 | |
Admission
Admission requirements include an associate’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a grade point average of at least 2.5; two letters of recommendation; transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended; and a resume or curriculum vitae. Prerequisites for the program include 8 credits of biology.
Application procedures are managed through Quinnipiac University Online.
Progression
To progress and remain in good standing students must maintain an overall GPA of 2.0 minimum.
Advanced Placement Credits
Students with an associate’s degree may transfer 60 credits for this program. Students who have earned more than 60 credits may request a transcript evaluation that may result in additional credits transferred to the degree.
Advanced Core Credits
The advanced core courses developed by faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences, with the learning needs of health science adult students in mind, will enable part-time students to earn 20 credits from the University Curriculum.
The advanced core reflects the aims and goals of the traditional University Curriculum and the Essential Learning Outcomes while acknowledging the prior general education work completed at the associate’s degree level. The advanced core, consisting of five 4-credit courses, are completed in seven-week blocks online and are designed to move students through in cohorts. Students can complete up to 8 credits during the fall and spring semesters and up to 7 credits in the summer. Students may start the program in the fall or spring.