Health Science
Bachelor's
The Bachelor of Science in Health Science program equips students with science-based knowledge, practical skills, and flexible options for advancing careers in health fields.
Program overview
Advance your health career
Northeastern’s Bachelor of Science in Health Science is designed for students looking to deepen their understanding of health sciences and advance in health-related careers or further studies. Courses cover essential sciences, including biology, chemistry, human anatomy, and electives like pharmacology, public health, and healthcare management, giving students the flexibility to focus on areas of personal and professional interest.
Through industry-aligned instruction, hands-on learning, and support from dedicated advisors, this program offers a flexible pathway for students with prior college or military experience to complete their degree. Students gain real-world insights and skills applicable in diverse health settings.
This is a STEM-designated program.
Northeastern’s Bachelor of Science in Health Science is designed for students looking to deepen their understanding of health sciences and advance in health-related careers or further studies. Courses cover essential sciences, including biology, chemistry, human anatomy, and electives like pharmacology, public health, and healthcare management, giving students the flexibility to focus on areas of personal and professional interest.
Through industry-aligned instruction, hands-on learning, and support from dedicated advisors, this program offers a flexible pathway for students with prior college or military experience to complete their degree. Students gain real-world insights and skills applicable in diverse health settings.
This is a STEM-designated program.
For over a century, Northeastern’s signature experience-powered learning model has blended world-class academics with hands-on professional practice. This approach equips you with real-world skills that can be applied immediately in your career, making your education at Northeastern both dynamic and transformative. Through practical experience, you’ll find countless opportunities to grow as a professional and a person, ready to make an impact in your field.
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Ready to complete your bachelor’s degree? Discover our streamlined admissions process, designed to guide you through each step and answer your questions along the way.
The deadlines below are recommended; however, admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis and applications submitted after these deadlines will still be considered for the upcoming term.
The domestic deadlines below allow time for those transferring credits. More details.
Domestic Application Deadlines
International Application Deadlines*
*International deadlines are only applicable if the program is F1 compliant.
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No application fees
No SATs or ACTs required
Multiple start terms per year
Requirements
Online application – free and simple to complete
Academic transcripts: submit one of the following
Official high school degree or completed attestation form
Official GED
Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date
Transfer credit documentation: should be submitted with your application material
Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
Official U.S. transcripts: if you applied previously earned credit toward your earned associate degree, you must request transcripts from each institution you attended.
Official foreign transcripts: must include English translation. We encourage you to submit a course-by-course evaluation of your diploma(s) and transcript(s)
College-level examinations: official examination score(s)
Military evaluation
Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language
For more information on Bachelor's Completion Admissions Requirements, please visit our Application Web Page.
Program objectives
Skills for real-world success
You’ll achieve a foundational understanding of health science, gain real-world skills, and prepare for impactful roles or further studies in healthcare fields.
Take science-based courses in biology, chemistry, human anatomy, and physiology, along with electives such as pharmacology, epidemiology, public health, nutrition, and healthcare management.
You’ll be equipped to pursue a health-related profession or continue on to graduate school to obtain an advanced degree in medicine, dentistry, respiratory therapy, nursing, or public health.
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Tuition and aid
An affordable path forward
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$541Cost Per Credit
Estimated Total Tuition
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2024-2025 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.
For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.
There are many ways to pay for your education, including scholarships, financial aid, and more. Connect with a financial counselor to learn about your options and make your dream a reality.
Visit tuition & financial aidActive U.S. service members and spouses qualify for a reduced tuition rate for all bachelor’s completion programs through the College of Professional Studies.
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