Health Science

Our Health Science associate degree program is designed to prepare you for admission to a more specialized healthcare program, such as Diagnostic Medical Sonography, or continue your education by completing our NEW Health Science bachelors degree or at another four-year college or university.

Academically challenging, our curriculum includes science-based courses in anatomy and physiology, biology and kinesiology. You will also benefit from courses in psychology and health care management and behavioral health. You’ll focus on oral, written, and interpersonal communications, skills that are critical in any health-related career.

Flexible scheduling options – including online and blended learning options with day and evening classes – provide convenience and help you earn your associate degree in as little as 18 months. If you wish to pursue a bachelor’s degree after earning your A.S. in Health Science, you’ll have the advantage of a smooth transfer to our bachelors degree or transfer to another four-year university.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, health science jobs are among the fastest-growing in the country. If you aspire to a career in the healthcare industry, earning a Health Sciences associate degree will help you achieve your professional goals.

P.I.T. is an open admissions college for most of our programs. Admission requirements vary according to majors. At a minimum, all applicants must be graduates of an accredited high school; hold a diploma issued by the PADOE or have a recognized equivalent, such as a General Educational Development (GED). High School diplomas/transcripts from other countries are acceptable as long as they are equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma, as determined by an evaluation service approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

Although enrollment is open to high school graduates or those with a GED, all new students must meet minimum academic skill levels. Applications for admission are accepted throughout the year, and acceptance is offered on a rolling basis.

P.I.T. operates on an accelerated 11-week academic term. Format: Traditional, Hybrid, Online. Scheduling: Full-Time and Part-Time. Flexible scheduling options – including online and blended learning options with day and evening classes – provide convenience and help you earn your associate degree in as little as 18 months.

The next start date is January 11, 2027.

Tuition. Tuition is $505 per credit hour for 26/27. A full-time student is enrolled for 9 credits or more per term; part-time students enroll in 5-8 credits per term. A Technology Fee ($50 per credit) is assessed to cover the costs of P.I.T.’s online learning platform, classroom laboratory equipment, software, and related technology.

Program and course fees.

• One-time academic program fee for health administration costs: $165
• BIO 129 lab fee: $50
• BIO 229 lab fee: $50

Other fees. Graduation Fee $100 (caps and gowns, degree or certificate, and commencement expenses); Transfer Credit Fee $150 per evaluation; Assessment of Experiential Learning Fee $150 plus $25 per credit; Return Check Fee and Stop Payment Fee $35 each (non-refundable).

2026-2027 Cost of Attendance (full-time undergraduate, estimated). Direct costs: tuition $13,635 and technology fees $1,350 (subtotal $14,985). Estimated indirect costs: books, course materials, supplies and equipment $1,316; transportation $5,455; living expenses off campus (housing and food) $18,216 or with parent $5,089; personal expenses $1,641; loan fees $149. Students are billed separately for each term, so the annual amounts may be divided by three to estimate a single term. Some programs may charge additional course fees when applicable.

Textbooks. Students may purchase the required textbooks through any bookseller of their choice; for some programs and courses, the college may supply books or online resources. Students whose funding includes a book allowance may request a stipend through the Business Office.

Paying for college. Full payment of tuition and fees is expected before each term begins; students must pay the balance in full or be approved for a College-acceptable payment plan. P.I.T. participates in the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Direct Loan, and Federal Work-Study programs, and eligible Pennsylvania residents may receive the PHEAA State Grant. Most programs at P.I.T. are approved for VA benefits. P.I.T. also offers scholarships, lists alternative private lenders through ElmSelect, and accepts employer tuition reimbursement.

FAFSA. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and add P.I.T.’s federal school code: 010998. Estimate your costs with P.I.T.’s Net Price Calculator.

• Health specialist
• Health and wellness counselor
• Addiction counselor
• Community relations specialist
• Health services coordinator

Employment Opportunities. Graduates of this program of study are frequently employed in entry- level, clinical, and non-clinical positions for healthcare employers, including health specialists, health and wellness counselors, addiction counselors, community relations specialists, and health services coordinators, to name a few.

Bachelor’s Degree. Graduates in this program of study may choose to further their education by pursuing P.I.T.’s bachelor's in health science degree.

Institution-wide outcomes (P.I.T. consumer disclosures). Job placement rates: 25% (1/2020–12/2020), 51% (1/2021–12/2021), 65% (1/2022–12/2022), 60% (1/2023–12/2023). Graduation rate within 150% of normal time: 19.5% for the Fall 2019 cohort (2025-26 reporting year).

Job Placement Services offer job search coaching, résumé and cover letter assistance, interview techniques and mock interviews; lifelong job placement services are available free to all degree graduates.