Master of Health Sciences Admissions Requirements
Application Process and Requirements
The following outlines all requirements to apply for the MHS program.
Application Deadline
Applications are currently open for the 2027-2028 academic year. The Admissions Committee will begin reviewing applications Fall 2026 and continue until the class is full. The Admissions Committee notifies of final determination on a rolling basis via the email address on the application. Applicants are recommended to use a non-institutional email address when applying to the program.
The priority deadline is February 1, 2027. Completed applications, including supporting materials, submitted by this date are guaranteed a review by the Admissions Committee. The final application deadline, including supporting materials, is May 31, 2027.
Application Form
The form is hosted online through PostbacCAS. Applications are open for the 2027-2028 academic year.
Statement of Purpose
This statement is part of the application and should discuss the applicant’s preparation for graduate school and reasons for pursuing a graduate degree.
Official Transcripts
Applicants must report all institutions attended and send all official transcripts to PostbacCAS. This includes community colleges and any additional institutions where students earned college credits. If you do not list or send official transcripts for all institutions attended, processing of your application will be delayed.
Sending Transcripts Electronically
All transcripts should be delivered directly to PostbacCAS from an applicant’s undergraduate institution.
PostbacCAS accepts electronic transcripts from:
- Credential Solutions
- Parchment
- National Student Clearinghouse
Official transcripts submitted to the Admissions Committee by students are not permitted.
Official Scores
MCAT/DAT/GRE test scores are no longer required.
Letters of Recommendation
Two (2) letters of recommendation from faculty or persons who are qualified to certify as to the applicant’s abilities or character before the respective deadlines are required. Letters of Recommendation MUST be on an official letterhead, contain a signature, and provide contact information for the recommender. Letters of recommendation should be provided by current undergraduate or graduate faculty, but at least one (1) letter should be from science faculty. No more than two (2) letters will be accepted or reviewed.