99% Success Rate
According to data collected in 2019, the School of Health Sciences has a success rate of 99% with a 73% knowledge rate. 21% of graduates are employed, and 78% of graduates currently attend graduate school.
School of Health Sciences Quick Facts
The School of Health Sciences prepares students to tackle all major challenges inherent in 21st-century patient care and medical research. Our innovative and highly ranked programs — offered at the bachelor’s, master’s and clinical doctorate levels — develop forward-thinking clinicians, imaging professionals, rehabilitation specialists and scientists.
Undergraduate Enrollment, Fall 2019
As of Fall 2019, the School of Health Sciences enrolled 1,672 undergraduate students across 12 programs.
Graduate Enrollment, Fall 2019
As of Fall 2019, the School of Health Sciences enrolled 735 graduate students across 11 programs.
By the Numbers
3.62 Average GPA
1189 Median SAT Score
26 Median ACT Score
Accreditations
- Athletic Training program – Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)
- Cardiovascular Perfusion program – Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
- Master of Social Work program – Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
- Occupational Therapy program – Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
- Pathologists’ Assistant program – National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
- Physician Assistant program – Accreditiation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA)
- Physical Therapy program – Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
- Radiologic Sciences program – Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
- Radiologist Assistant program is formally recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Our Faculty
Quinnipiac’s School of Health Sciences professors are committed to the personal and professional success of every student. While passionate scholars and accomplished in their own fields, teaching is the number one priority. Small class sizes, accessible professors and a close-knit community create the kind of supporting, enriching environment that is rare. We are personally invested in seeking ways to help our students develop into strong, certified, leading professionals.
Technology and Facilities
The Center for Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and our Mount Carmel Campus feature first-rate facilities and equipment including:
- A model apartment where students learn how to help patients manage daily tasks
- High-fidelity simulation suites with sophisticated mannequins that can be programmed with a variety of medical conditions and illnesses
- A diagnostic imaging suite, with an MRI, CT and ultrasound scanners
- Physical therapy and occupational therapy labs that are fully equipped with rehabilitation equipment
- 2 simulated operating rooms
- Motion Analysis and Biomechanics Lab, as well as an athletic training facility
- Standardized Patient Assessment Center
Career Development
Our faculty members and Career Development Office work extensively to boost your confidence, help you gain new skills and make the vital connections you need to thrive in today’s quickly evolving health care marketplace. The assistant dean for career development is available for assistance, whether you want to explore different health care fields or brush up on interview techniques.
The services we offer include:
- General career exploration
- Resume & cover letter writing
- Job search resources
- Networking guidance
- Interview preparation
- Offer negotiation
- Assistance exploring graduate school
Career Outcomes
2020 First-Time License/Certification Pass Rates
| Exam | Quinnipiac University | National Average |
| Diagnostic Imaging Radiologic Science | 96.4% | 89% |
| Radiologic Assistant | 100% | 84.6% |
| Occupational Therapy | 100% | 98% |
| PT - DPT* | 100% | 98% |
| Physician Assistant | 98% | 93% |
| Pathologists' Assistant | 95.7% | 97.9% |
| Cardiovascular Perfusion (basic sciences) | 100% | 97% |
| Cardiovascular Perfusion (clinical applications) | 100% | 95% |
| Athletic Training | 100% | 77.8% |
| Social Work | 70% | 74% |
Note: Fall 2020 SHS Pass Rates are based on Class of 2019, graduating during 2018-2019.
*See CAPTE for specific reporting criteria by discipline.
Center for Interprofessional Healthcare Education
The Center for Interprofessional Healthcare Education offers students from all health care disciplines unique opportunities to learn and practice together as members of integrated patient care teams. Resources in CIHE develop the team-based skills and multidisciplinary perspective necessary to handle the growing clinical and ethical complexities of today’s health care landscape.
Community Outreach
From improving the socialization and quality of life of residents at a local assisted living facility to creating an annual program that assists children with disabilities to learn how to ski, our impact stretches far beyond our North Haven Campus.
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