Helping improve the quality of people's lives is more than a worthwhile calling-it is a wise career decision. Health care was the largest industry in the United States in 2006, providing 14 million jobs nationwide.* Study to help secure your future in the health care industry by enrolling in our Bachelor of Science in Health Science program. Develop professional skills and acquire the credentials employers demand, while you enjoy the convenience and flexibility of online learning at Kaplan University.

 Program Highlights 

In this program you will explore various topics, concepts, values, research methods, and applications in health science, while enjoying the convenience and flexibility of online learning. Your coursework will focus on:

  • Developing administrative, ethical, and professional skills to prepare you for leadership positions throughout the health care field
  • Gaining an understanding of demography, epidemiology, biostatistics, and other tools used to assess community health
  • Understanding and applying the concepts of health, healing, and wellness from a broad historical and multicultural perspective
  • Completing an original comprehensive capstone project that demonstrates your ability to apply your health science knowledge and skills to real-world scenarios

 Curriculum for the Bachelor of Science in Health Science 

    Courses Credits
    Communication Course 5
    Mathematics Course 5
    Communication Course 5
    Arts and Humanities Course 6
    Physical Science Course 6
    Social Science Course 6
    Courses Credits
    Academic Strategies for the Health Care Professional 5
    Anatomy and Physiology I 5
    Anatomy and Physiology II 5
    Diseases of the Human Body 5
    Health Care Administration 5
    Research Methods for Health Sciences 6
    Epidemiology and Biostatistics 6
    Public Health 6
    Models for Health and Wellness 5
    Introduction to Chemistry—Matter and Equilibrium 5
    Major Elective 5
    Major Electives 24
    Bachelor’s Capstone in Health Science 6
    Courses Credits
    Open Electives 59
    Total Program Requirements 180

 Already Have College Credits? 

Let us evaluate your transcripts. You may qualify for one of the following advanced start programs and be eligible to earn your Bachelor of Science in Health Science, Health and Wellness, or NutritionScience online in as little as two years.‡

 What Are the Career Opportunities? 

The Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree may help advance your career in many areas. Jobs are available in holistic health care, health science, nutrition, and more. Specific training in health and wellness may prepare you for opportunities in hospitals, private medical offices, public health agencies, and wellness centers. Specialization in nutrition may open the door to a variety of careers in areas such as health care, public health programs, and the food and pharmaceutical industries.

For more information, chat live or call an Admissions Advisor at 866.527.5268 (Toll free).

Tuition and Fees

Cost per credit hour$371.00
Total program requirements180
Total cost of tuition$66,780.00

This program requires a $100 technology fee per term. Effective February 1, 2010, a minimum deposit of $75 is required at the time of enrollment and will be credited toward your tuition when you begin classes. Qualifying transfer credit may reduce your total costs. Refer to the University Catalog for transfer of credit policy. We encourage you to explore the availability of financial aid and scholarships. For more information, chat live or call an Admissions Advisor at 866.527.5268 (Toll Free).

Kaplan University offers tuition discounts to active-duty military servicemembers and veterans. Call 866.583.4412 (Toll Free) to speak to a military Admissions Advisor.

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* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Career Guide to Industries, 2008-09 Edition, Health Care, http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/cgs035.htm (accessed May 2008).
† While many of Kaplan University's degree programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue continued graduate- or doctorate-level education, the University cannot guarantee that students will be granted admission to any graduate or doctoral programs.
‡ Chat with an Admissions Advisor or see University Catalog for Transfer of Credit policy.