BS Health Science

Drake University’s Health Sciences major is an ideal entry point for nearly any career in healthcare or related fields. Through an interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum that emphasizes applied, career-relevant learning, you’ll build core knowledge in areas including biology, anatomy and physiology, psychology, ethics, leadership, and the U.S. healthcare system.

Then, choosing one of three tracks lets you focus your studies: Clinical and Medical Sciences, Health Care Administration, or Public Health. Each includes courses and experiences centered around a particular career domain to align your education with your goals. Embedded within your major track, you can also complete your pre-professional educational requirements for medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, athletic training, and other professions.

Hands-on experiences through research, internships, and service learning provide space for self-discovery, skills development, and career exploration. Throughout your time at Drake, you’ll benefit from peer, faculty, and professional mentors who offer guidance, encouragement, and support.

For first-year applicants, official academic records from all secondary schools attended must be submitted, whether or not a diploma was earned. Academic records include yearly secondary school records and certified results from external examinations.