Accelerated B.S. in Health Sciences to Master of Science in Health and Strategic Communication

Students seeking eligibility from the Accelerated B.S. in Health Sciences to the Master of Science in Health and Strategic Communication program will pursue the pre-health communication area of study. Chapman students can apply to the M.S. in Health and Strategic Communication program during their junior year. Students will receive conditional admission to the program, pending completion of their bachelor of science degree as stipulated in the graduate catalog. If accepted to the master of science program, students can take up to 12 graduate credits during their senior year as an undergraduate student that be used to satisfy both the undergraduate graduation requirements and count toward the M.S. in Health and Strategic Communication.

Before February 1 of the junior year, the student seeking early admission must schedule an interview with graduate director, Dr. Keith Weber (kweber@chapman.edu) and the School’s graduate programs coordinator, Amy Rogeness (rogeness@chapman.edu or (714) 744-7046 to review requirements and establish a plan to successfully complete the requirements for admission. Students meeting the stated requirements will be eligible for admission to the M.S. in Health and Strategic Communication program on a conditional basis until all B.S. in Health Sciences degree requirements are completed and degree is conferred by the University.

Admission Requirements:

• Online application for admission (includes $60 non-refundable application fee).
• 3.000 is the minimum recommended undergraduate cumulative grade point average.
• Letters of recommendation - two letters of recommendation are required, including one which must be from an academic source who describes your professional and academic abilities.
• Statement of intent - a 500 word essay addressing the area of communication in which you are interested.
• Resume - a resume or curriculum vitae is required.
• Official transcripts will be obtained from the Office of the University Registrar.
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) will be waived for current Chapman students applying for the Accelerated program.