B.S. in Health Sciences Online

About the Program
As a practicing health or human services professional, you know more education can provide greater opportunities. The online NIU B.S. in Health Sciences Degree Completion Program is designed to take you to that next level. If you completed an applied associate degree and hold a current professional credential or license in the health or human services field of your degree, you are eligible for this program.
It’s a perfect fit for dental hygienists, respiratory therapists, radiological technologists, physical therapy assistants, occupational therapy assistants, EMTs and other professionals working in health and human services. The coursework in this degree completion program will prepare you for
Program Mode of Delivery
This program is delivered 100 percent online but does have some community college prerequisite requirements.Curriculum
Your NIU online curriculum will cover topics that are relevant to your
Information about specific coursework required can be found in the NIU course catalog.
Applying to the Program
After applying to NIU, the academic department has some specific steps to follow.
Faculty
Visit the School of Allied Health and Communicative Disorders Faculty and Staff Directory to learn more about the professionals who will help you gain valuable knowledge in the field.
Why NIU Online?
We know you have responsibilities and commitments. It's just easier if you're able to take classes where you are without the commute. The good news is that with NIU, you're not alone. Your classmates and instructors are available via the same technology that helps deliver your classes. In our classrooms or in your living room, we want you to succeed academically because your future is our focus.
Program Type: Online bachelor's
College: College of Health and Human Sciences, School of Allied Health and Communicative Disorder
Credits Required: 21 (from NIU)
Cost per Credit: $454.84 (Learn more about tuition and fees)
Application Deadlines
Term | Deadline |
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Spring | Dec 1 |
Summer | May 15 |
Fall | August 1 |