Flexible and affordable, Wilmington University’s Bachelor of Health Sciences degree program gives you the knowledge and skills to fill roles that provide managerial, educational and/or clinical expert direction in a health care setting. Available in person or 100% online, the program is offered as a four-year degree or as a degree completion program for those who hold an associate degree.
A Health Sciences bachelor’s degree prepares you for jobs making $40,000 to $100,000 in pharmaceutical sales, nonprofit health care management, medical device support, clinical research, health education and other rewarding fields. You’ll receive a strong foundation in health care policy, research, leadership, public health and medical law from faculty who are active practitioners, experienced with the most current methodologies.
Tailor your degree program to meet your career goals by using electives to complete a WilmU certificate program, such as Interdisciplinary Care Management or Health Information Technology. You can also take advantage of hands-on cooperative learning experiences that build your skill sets and professional network.
You can use elective courses in this bachelor's degree program to complete a related Dual-Credit Certificate® while you earn your degree or accelerate into your next degree by incorporating master's level coursework — at no extra tuition cost. Learn more about WilmU's Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE™.
You might consider accelerating into an M.S. in Health Sciences. Find more information about the accelerated B.S. to M.S. in Health Sciences here.
You might also consider accelerating into an M.S. in Management or MBA with a concentration in Health Care Administration. Find more information about this accelerated option here.
Cost of a typical 3-credit course.
Wilmington University tuition is based on cost per credit. You only pay for
the courses you need to complete your Health Sciences degree.
A bachelor's degree in Health Sciences opens the door to new positions, including medical and health services managers. Learn more about Career Resources.
Prepares graduates for entry-level positions in the health care field, typically support roles in clinical settings.
Qualifies graduates for more advanced and diverse roles across clinical, educational and administrative settings.
Equips graduates with skills for leadership, specialized clinical and advanced administrative roles.
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Obtaining a bachelor's in Health Sciences has created a new world of opportunity for me. WilmU's online learning option and awesome faculty made it possible for me to complete this program quickly and significantly advance my career in health care. — Gena R., B.S. in Health Sciences