Looking for a rewarding career in healthcare? The Bachelor in Health Sciences (BHS) program uniquely prepares you for entry into graduate programming for a wide range of career possibilities in highly paid clinical and administrative positions.
Earn a Bachelor of Health Sciences and join the high-demand health and wellness sector, where career opportunities are growing dramatically.
Our program is designed for students who have already completed most of their lower-division course work. Adults students, who have healthcare work experience and are looking to complete their undergraduate degree, are highly encouraged to apply.
Our unique curriculum begins with an exploration of the US healthcare system and the myriad of careers contained within. Scholars will take some courses that serve as prerequisites for many graduate degrees in healthcare and others that will help them to develop analytical skills and choose the career path that's right for them.
The BHS program can accommodate students year-round on campus in the SF Bay Area, Sacramento, Fresno, and online. Contact an admission counselor to discuss an upcoming enrollment opportunity.
To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following criteria:
It is required that applicants have completed and submitted transcripts for all the courses listed below before graduating from SMU. Students may matriculate in the BHS program if they lack a maximum of 4 courses listed and they meet all other admission criteria:
Two English Composition courses
Two social science courses
Microeconomics course
Either a social, cultural, or urban anthropology course
General Psychology course
General Sociology course
General Biology with lab course
General Chemistry with lab course
Statistics
Application Fees
Samuel Merritt University does not charge an additional admission fee.
Non-Refundable Deposits and Fees
Students offered admission pay a non-refundable tuition deposit of $350 to secure their seat in the class. Application fees and tuition deposits are non-refundable, whether or not the student withdraws in the first week of the term.
Tuition
For a detailed summary of annual tuition, and all fees for the program visit Student Accounts.
Admitted Academic Year: 2024 - 2025
Per Unit Rate = $717/unit
Program Units = 60 units
Total Cost Guarantee* = $43,000
*The rate is guaranteed provided a student begins within the listed academic year and maintains satisfactory progress toward degree. Failure to maintain progress may result in a change in the per unit rate
Detailed information about financial aid, budgeting, total cost and application processes.
We realize that the financial aid process can be difficult and overwhelming. We are here to help. The Financial Aid staff can assist with budgeting, understanding your awards, and understanding the process. The SMU staff is committed to each and every prospective student and enrolled student. We have an open door policy and are available via phone or email.
finaid@samuelmerritt.edu or 510-879-9200
Year #1 Fall | |
US Healthcare System | 3 |
Introduction to Public Health | 3 |
Careers in Healthcare | 3 |
Personal Care & Professional Development I | 1 |
Principles of Nutrition | 3 |
Total Units | 13 |
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Year #1 Spring | |
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Social Determinants of Health | 3 |
Health & Social Policy | 3 |
Personal & Professional Development II | 1 |
Human Anatomy | 4 |
Total Units | 11 |
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Year #1 Summer | |
Personal Care & Professional Development III | 1 |
Professional Ethics & Integrity | 3 |
Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods | 3 |
Human Physiology | 4 |
Total Units | 11 |
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Year #2 Fall | |
Neuroscience + Lab | 4 |
Health and Culture | 3 |
Health Across the Lifespan | 3 |
Pathophysiology | 3 |
Total Units | 13 |
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Year #2 Spring | |
Communications for Healthcare Professionals | 3 |
Current Trends in Health | 2 |
Pharmacology | 3 |
Capstone | 4 |
Total Units | 12 |
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Total Program Units | 60 |
Integrate theoretical knowledge, scientific evidence, and practical skills to mitigate illness and injuries and optimize health fo individuals of diverse abilities and backgrounds.
Apply principles of ethical decision-making to navigate complex scenarios and challenges within the field of health science.
Use research methods to analyze data for informed decision-making in diverse healthcare settings.
Construct and express ideas, thoughts, and concepts through written and verbal communication in professional settings.
Analyze the interplay between the contextual factors influencing health outcomes and their impact on individual and community health.
Explain how cultural competence and humility can improve health access and outcomes within diverse populations.
