Earn Your Bachelor's Degree in Just 3 Years!

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The new Bachelor of Science in Health Science program is an innovative, reduced-unit 3-year bachelor's degree that is designed to help you move confidently toward a career in healthcare. With built-in pathways to select graduate-level programs at Loma Linda University, you can save a full year of time and tuition, while gaining preferred-acceptance consideration for the next step in your education.

Through carefully structured curriculum tracks, this program is intentionally aligned with the academic prerequisites needed for advanced study, creating a seamless transition into graduate-level preparation. This makes it an ideal pathway for students pursuing careers in:

  • Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT)
  • Entry-Level Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (EOTD)
  • Master of Health Informatics (MSHI)
  • *Master of Physician Assistant (MPA)
    *The MPA program additionally requires 2,000 hours of documented paid patient care experience for admission consideration

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 WHY CHOOSE LLU'S B.S. IN HEALTH SCIENCE PROGRAM?

  • Time-Saving Pathway and Targeted Curriculum: Complete your Bachelor's degree in just 33 months with a focused, efficient curriculum that prepares you for advanced graduate studies while equipping you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to succeed in health sciences.

  • Unmatched Hands-On Experience: Gain invaluable real-world experience with the unique advantage of being connected to one of the world’s largest and most advanced Level 1 Trauma Centers. This provides you with direct exposure to cutting-edge healthcare practices and a variety of clinical setting opportunities, giving you a competitive edge in the future career of your choice.

THE LOMA LINDA DIFFERENCE

Our institution stands out from the rest with our commitment to Whole Person Care. By starting your healthcare journey with Loma Linda University, you will join a community that values excellence, compassion, and holistic education by learning to look beyond numbers and diseases, and incorporates compassionate mental and spiritual health into patient care. Just a few of the other reasons our institution's educational experience is exceptional and unique include:

  • Faith-based academic experience that creates a safe learning environment for students to grow in their faith and spirituality
  • Professional networking opportunities with your graduate program of choice's faculty and healthcare professionals institution-wide
  • Mission and service opportunities that are local and international to enhance learning and serve others

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Disclosure Statement: In some situations, a three-year bachelor’s degree might not always be equivalent to a four-year one. Some employers, educational institutions, and professional licensing bodies may require additional coursework or qualifications to recognize a three-year degree as equivalent to a four-year one. It is essential to verify specific requirements with relevant authorities or organizations to ensure your qualifications meet their standards, including future graduate programs.

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A Student Experience With Purpose

Campus and Spiritual Life

Campus and Spiritual Life

Loma Linda University offers a vibrant campus life and a supportive spiritual community, providing our students with enriching experiences and opportunities to grow both socially and spiritually.
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Mission and Outreach

Mission and Outreach

Loma Linda University offers many local volunteer service opportunities and life-changing mission trips around the world, giving our students hands-on learning experiences in disadvantaged populations.
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Meet the Program Faculty & Staff

Ryan Stephan, D.B.A., RHIA, CCS

Ryan Stephan, D.B.A., RHIA, CCS

Program Director
Rosa McNally

Rosa McNally

Administrative Assistant