Health Science

Keiser University’s Bachelor of Science in Health Science represents a strategic pathway for allied health professionals ready to expand their professional capabilities. This health sciences program provides graduates of associate degree programs in fields like medical assisting, health services administration, medical laboratory technology, and other allied health professions with the advanced coursework needed to assume leadership roles and pursue graduate education. The curriculum emphasizes the political, legal, and ethical dimensions that impact healthcare practice while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration essential in today’s healthcare environment.
 
Students explore healthcare financing mechanisms, risk management strategies, and cultural competency approaches that prepare them to work effectively with diverse populations. Coursework in epidemiology, research methods, and program evaluation equips health science graduates with analytical skills valued across healthcare organizations. The program connects health science theory with practical application, preparing students to educate clients and colleagues, lead quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to organizational development across healthcare facilities and community health settings.

Mission Statement

The Bachelor of Science in Health Science is designed for graduates of associate of science programs in allied health fields (including KU AS Medical Assisting, AS Medical Assisting Science, AS Medical Administrative Billing and Coding, and AS Occupational Therapy Assisting) to enhance their knowledge and skills as a member of the modern healthcare team. The program supports expansion of the professional role with a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, problem solving and leadership capabilities for meeting the everchanging needs of today’s dynamic healthcare system.

Program Goals

• Enhance students’ leadership abilities within the healthcare profession
• Explore the political, legal and ethical issues that impact on the practice of healthcare
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration within a healthcare setting
• Develop a healthcare provider’s ability to educate clients, colleagues and the general public

Prerequisites for Major Courses

Graduation from an accredited associate degree program in an allied health field is required before beginning upper division coursework.

Students must successfully complete the following lower division courses before beginning upper division major courses (Course equivalency is established by the Dean of Academic Affairs from official transcripts received from accredited institutions):

• Life Span Development
• Macroeconomics
• English Composition II
• College Algebra

OR

• College Mathematics

OR

• Applications of Mathematics
• Statistics

A minimum of 24 semester credit hours of general education courses must be earned by students transferring credits from another associate degree program.

Program Highlights

• Degree completion format designed for working professionals
• The health science program emphasizes practical application of leadership principles across healthcare organizations
• Coursework in conflict management prepares graduates to navigate the complex interpersonal dynamics present in healthcare settings
• Flexible learning format; choose from online, on-campus, and hybrid options

Estimated Student Costs

Required and Optional Fees for Programs: Fees are costs set by the university in addition to tuition (and room and board, if applicable). These fees may be required for your program or optional depending on the courses you take, and they support the costs associated with completing an approved program of study. Fees are defined in the or supplement and listed on the school’s billing statement or invoice. Fees that are optional will not be paid using GI Bill® benefits and will be the responsibility of the student choosing these additional options. For additional guidance, please see your Program Director or Admissions Counselor.

Program Outcomes

Accreditation Status

Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. .

Gain Job-Ready Skills for a Health Science Career

• Advanced communication techniques for patient education and professional collaboration
• Strategic leadership approaches for healthcare organizations
• Cultural competency practices for serving diverse populations
• Research literacy and evidence-based practice application
• Healthcare policy analysis and advocacy skills
• Program planning and evaluation methodologies
• Risk management and quality improvement strategies
• Curriculum development for health professions education
• Healthcare financing and resource management
• Interdisciplinary team coordination
• Ethical decision-making frameworks
• Community health assessment capabilities

Keiser University offers career-focused degree programs designed to support working adults, traditional students, and career changers. With on-campus, online, and hybrid learning options, experienced faculty, and comprehensive student support, Keiser helps learners achieve their personal and professional goals at all levels.

Admission includes Keiser University's general requirements plus any program-specific requirements listed below, followed by the university’s application process.

Keiser University students take one class at a time. Keiser University term lengths are 4-week, 8-week and 16-week.

Keiser University publishes this program as approximately 40 months and 120 credit hours.

Tuition is charged per 16-week semester according to the credit hours scheduled.

Keiser University charges tuition per 16-week semester according to the number of credit hours scheduled, not per program. The rates below are the university’s published Tuition and Fee Disclosure, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

Required fees

• Application fee — $55.00, one time on enrollment
• Registration fee — $145.00, one time on enrollment
• Education fee — $550.00 per semester, for programmatic participation and facilities resources

Other fees are charged per occurrence: withdrawal $100.00, re-entry $150.00, transcript $5.00, student ID replacement $15.00, returned check $35.00, late payment $10.00 and library late fee $10.00. Clinical, licensure, professional skill development and technical fees vary by program.

Financial aid

Keiser University participates in federal Title IV financial aid. Students seeking aid complete the FAFSA using the university’s federal school code, 015159.

The curriculum combines a health science major core with upper-division general education, covering healthcare financing, public policy, leadership, epidemiology, research methods, and health law and ethics. Representative courses are listed below.

Graduates holding a bachelor’s degree in health sciences from Keiser University find themselves prepared to pursue diverse career paths across healthcare settings. This health science degree opens doors to positions in healthcare administration, health education, clinical research coordination, and community health management. Health science graduates often move into roles that bridge clinical practice with administrative responsibilities, serving healthcare organizations, government agencies, public health departments, and research facilities. The health science program coursework provides the foundation needed for both career advancement and pursuit of graduate programs in public health, healthcare management, and other health professions.

Career Pathways in Health Science

• Health services managers
• Clinical research coordinators
• Health educators
• Public health specialists
• Patient care coordinators
• Medical laboratory supervisory

• Healthcare quality improvement specialists
• Health informatics professionals managing healthcare systems
• Clinical trials coordinators at research facilities
• Public health program coordinators
• Healthcare compliance officers
• Wellness program administrators

How to Apply

1. Submit your online application
2. Speak with an admissions advisor
3. Provide transcripts or transfer credits
4. Enroll and choose your start date

Keiser University’s Bachelor of Science in Health Science serves working healthcare professionals ready to advance through strategic education. With convenient online, campus-based, and hybrid learning formats, the program aligns with professional development goals while respecting the demands of healthcare careers. Whether you’re preparing for graduate education, pursuing leadership positions, or expanding your ability to serve patients and communities, Keiser provides the academic foundation and practical knowledge needed to make meaningful progress in the health sciences field.