PREPARING YOU FOR THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE

There’s never been a more exciting time to work in healthcare. As the field rapidly progresses, organizations need practitioners ready to take on what’s next. 

 

At USAHS, our expert faculty are dedicated to future-proofing your skills with hands-on learning and cutting-edge technology. You’ll be empowered with the critical thinking and expertise to excel as a clinician and shape next-generation healthcare.

 

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40+

Year legacy of developing and delivering health sciences education  

16,000+

USAHS alumni 
The largest OT and PT alumni communities in the U.S.1

500+

Expert faculty who are practicing clinicians 

20,000+

Clinical placement sites for students’ clinical education, fieldwork and practica

 

DEGREES THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Whether you want to launch your career or boost your credentials as a current health professional, you can choose from our graduate programs including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech- language pathology, and nursing.

HANDS-ON-PRACTICE

You’ll engage in clinical experiences such as simulations, pro bono clinics and interprofessional collaboration to develop competence and confidence and ensure you’re ready to practice upon graduation.

ONE-ON-ONE COACHING AND SUPPORT

You’ll receive guidance and mentorship from our supportive team of expert faculty and mentors, as well as through our enrollment advisors, financial aid team and career and student services. 

INNOVATIVE LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES

USAHS is at the forefront of future-focused education. Utilizing cutting-edge tools and state-of-the-art technology, you’ll develop the skills needed to be successful in your field. 

EXPERT FACULTY PRACTITIONERS

USAHS faculty are dedicated educators, researchers and practicing clinicians with specialized experience within their field of health sciences. They expertly guide, mentor and support students to licensure and career readiness.

 

3 STARTS PER YEAR

September, January and May start dates

 

Varies by program and by campus

 

MULTIPLE PATHWAYS

Pursue the learning format that fits your lifestyle.

 

Varies by program and by campus

 

5 CAMPUSES

Choose from five destination campuses in California, Florida and Texas.

Varies by program and by campus

 

 

OUR PROGRAMS STAND APART

 
 
 

College of Rehabilitative Sciences

USAHS offers entry-level graduate and post-professional degree programs, enabling you to launch your career or take your expertise to the next level. 

Launch your career as a PT, OT or SLP:

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

  • Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)

  • Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

  • Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP)

Advance your expertise and credentials: 

  • Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (PPOTD) 

 
 
 
 

School of Nursing

Designed for practicing nurses, our graduate-level online nursing degree programs include flexible options that allow you to complete your degree at an individualized pace.3 Earn a high-demand role specialty, open new doors and influence healthcare outcomes.

  • RN to MSN (MSN)

  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

  • Post-Graduate Nursing Certificates

 
 
 
 

College of Health Sciences

USAHS offers graduate degree programs for students preparing to launch or advance careers in health administration or healthcare education.

  • Doctor of Education (EdD)
 
 
 

Healthcare is rapidly evolving 

THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT

 
 

HEALTHCARE JOB GROWTH

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects healthcare jobs will continue to grow.

https://www.bls.gov/emp/tables/employment-by-major-industry-sector.htm

 

LICENSURE READINESS

USAHS degree programs are designed to prepare students for their licensure exams (where applicable).

 
 

SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS

Each year, USAHS offers a variety of institutional scholarships and grants that recognize academic achievement and reward personal accomplishments.

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INNOVATIVE LEARNING AND TECHNOLOGY

 
 
 

PREPARE TO TRANSFORM LIVES 

Our graduates are in high demand for their creative problem-solving skills and confidence in advanced care settings.

 
 
 

Testimonial

STRAIGHT FROM THE SOURCE

"I connected with the faculty and staff at USAHS immediately and appreciate how the majority of instructors are also working in the field."

— Jonathan P, USAHS 2020

 
 
 
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YOU BELONG HERE

 

WE SET THE NEXT STANDARD IN HEALTH SCIENCES EDUCATION

The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is a graduate institution that offers degree programs in occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, graduate nursing, health education, as well as continuing education programs.

 

Founded in 1979, USAHS has locations in San Marcos, California; St. Augustine, Florida; Miami, Florida; Austin, Texas; and Dallas, Texas.

 

USAHS is institutionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 1080 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 500, Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001, www.wscuc.org.

 
 

The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences is institutionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 1080 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 500, Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001, www.wascsenior.org, and maintains programmatic accreditation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) and Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) on a campus-by-campus basis. 

 

1 Based on total DPT, MOT and OTD degrees conferred during 2020-2022, as reported by the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (data is captured through interrelated surveys conducted annually by the Department of Education’s National Center for Educational Statistics (NCES).

 

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