Health Sciences
Degree Awarded
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Program Delivery
On-Campus
Locations Available
Rindge, New Hampshire
If you're interested in healthcare or wellness and want a high-paying job in a growing field, a degree in Health Sciences may be perfect for you. Your degree prepares you for a wide range of careers in medicine and allied health fields, including clinical practice, management, research, science writing, and healthcare advocacy. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2024 to 2034. About 1.9 million openings are projected each year, on average, in these occupations due to employment growth and the need to replace workers who leave the occupations permanently. Enrolling in the BS in Health Science program is an investment in a brighter future, as graduates are well-prepared to excel in a wide range of healthcare careers, from clinical roles to healthcare administration and research. 51¸£ÀûÉç's program is your gateway to a fulfilling and impactful career in the ever-evolving healthcare sector.
What do Health Science Students Learn?
With your major in Health Science, you master core concepts involving ethics and scientific analysis, develop a deeper functional understanding of human anatomy, plan and execute research projects using scientific methods and best practices in lab and field techniques.
If you have an interest in healthcare or wellness and are looking for a high-paying job in a growing field, a degree in Health Science may be perfect for you. Your degree prepares you for a wide range of careers in medicine and allied health fields, including clinical practice, management, research, science writing and healthcare advocacy. 
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If you are considering a graduate career path of Doctor of Physical Therapy, Master of Physicians Assistant, or Master's Entry Program of Nursing, talk to your advisor to learn more about these pathway programs.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Science FAQs
The curriculum covers a range of subjects, including biology, anatomy, physiology, healthcare management, and more. It's designed to provide you with a well-rounded understanding of health sciences.
Our program combines a strong academic foundation with real-world experience, thanks to our faculty's expertise and partnerships with healthcare organizations. We emphasize a holistic approach to healthcare education.
Yes, there may be elective courses and opportunities for specialization within the program to help you focus on your particular interests in the health sciences.
The Franklin 51¸£ÀûÉç Health Science program offers several pathway options for health science students, including:
- The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Direct Entry Program enables students to complete studies through the doctorate level in just 6.5 years. FPU offers an in-person program at our Manchester, NH graduate center and a hybrid-format program at our Goodyear, AZ graduate center.
- The Master’s Entry Program in Nursing (MEPN) Direct Entry Program enables students to earn a bachelor’s in a non-nursing health science field and graduate with a Master of Science in Nursing in just 5.5 years at our Manchester, NH graduate center.
- The Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program offers students two unique program delivery models: on-ground, in-person at our Lebanon, NH center or hybrid based out of our Goodyear, AZ or Round Rock, TX academic centers.
- St. George University (SGU) program offers a pathway from undergraduate study in Biology or Health Sciences at Franklin 51¸£ÀûÉç into the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program at SGU. Upon completion of the 4-year bachelor’s degree, students can progress into a 4-year doctoral program at SGU.
Camille Caliendo BS ’16, MBA ’18, MEPN ’22
Nidhi Patel, BS ’17, MBA ’19
CONTACT the Admissions Team
(800) 437-0048
admissions@franklinpierce.edu
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm
Lindsay Vago
Assistant Professor
Coordinator of the Health Sciences Department
(603) 899-4264
Vagol@franklinpierce.edu
