Health Sciences — Integrative Professional Studies | Online
- Bachelor of Science (BS)
- Undergraduate Degree Completion
Modes of study:
We’ve built this flexible online degree completion program for both returning and transfer students. If you have completed several years of college and earned 75+ credits, our program will fast-track you to finishing your degree and kicking off your healthcare career.
Take classes fully online
Complete coursework and earn your degree from wherever you are
Transfer-friendly curriculum
A perfect fit if you have 75+ credits previously earned, with a focus in the sciences
Save big with affordable tuition
Qualify for our e-tuition rate when you study fully online
Academic catalog
Our engaging curriculum offers an integrative and rigorous liberal education.
Program duration
Study at a pace that works for your schedule. Save time with our flexible options.
Admissions
Degree completion track. SAT & ACT scores optional. Year-round admissions.
Designed to flex
The Health Sciences degree completion program at USM is a smart choice for refocusing or rebooting your path to a bachelor’s degree. Our interdisciplinary curriculum encompasses wellness, nutrition, psychology, chemistry, healthcare administration, and more. Courses in statistics and research methods give you an advantage if you apply for grad school.
Community-focused training
Explore the fundamentals of public health and other complex social, cultural, legal, and ethical issues. Along the way, you learn to recognize and understand how cultural differences impact healthcare practices, procedures, and decision-making.
Transfer students are welcome!
We welcome students who are transferring from another four-year university or community college. Admissions Counselors are ready to help you navigate the admissions and credit-transfer process.
Where can you go with a bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences?
Flexible career options
USM grads work at MaineHealth and other area providers. Many students continue on to earn an advanced degree in health-related fields, such as public health, physical or occupational therapy, pharmacy, and athletic training.
We’re here to help answer questions about costs
What to expect when you complete your degree in health sciences
Online student support
Our online students receive the same superior support as those who study on campus, including one-on-one career advising, video meetings with tutors and writing assistants, and technology assistance.
Cross-campus faculty
In our interdisciplinary program, you study with faculty across Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Public Health, and Psychology, in addition to Health Sciences.
Welcoming adult students
We understand the demands of completing your degree while maintaining your work schedule and life responsibilities. Here, you’ll find flexibility and personal support to achieve your academic and professional goals.
Next steps
Our undergraduate admissions counselors are here to answer your questions about the admissions process, our academic programs, and student support services.
