Academic Programs
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Health Sciences
The Master of Science in Health Sciences is an interdisciplinary graduate degree designed for health and rehabilitation professionals and educators interested in pursuing advanced education at the master’s level. Graduates of the program will acquire advanced knowledge and understanding of current trends and issues, and the problem-solving skills to prepare them to assume leadership roles in practice and educational settings.
Application Deadlines
Fall (August) semester: January 1 - May 15
Spring (January) semester: August 1 - December 1
SUMMER ADMISSION IS NOT OFFERED
All application materials must be submitted directly to the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences no later than 10 days prior to the deadline stated above. All admission decisions will be finalized two weeks after the deadline.
Admission Requirements
All applicants must be accepted into IUPUI, the School of Health and Rehabilitation Services, and the MS in Health Science program. Below the minimum requirements for admission are listed.
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution (applicant must submit an official copy of all undergraduate transcripts).
- Cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- At least one undergraduate statistics or research methods course completed with a grade of B or better.
- Three letters of recommendation from those familiar with the applicant’s academic and professional performance.
- 300 to 500 word personal statement of academic and professional goals, must include experience as a health and rehabilitation professional or educator.
- If applicable, a TOEFL score of at least 550P or 213C or 79-80i.
- Admission interview
NOTE: No student will be permitted to work toward a degree without first being admitted to the Master of Science program.
Application Directions
Please fill out the Graduate Online Application and submit a $60 non-refundable application fee. Also use the information below to complete the application.
Under “Intended Program and Plan” select the following:
What type of degree do you intend to pursue?: Masters
Academic Program: Graduate School Health and Rehabilitation
Academic Plan: Health Sciences MS
Are you applying to a dual degree program: No
Recommendations: enter minimum of 3 recommenders with valid email and they will be notified to submit a recommendation
An applicant must submit complete application materials to the Office of Academic and Student Affairs, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, at the address below. Transcripts from all universities attended must be included. However, if the applicant is a graduate of Indiana University, the school will obtain those transcripts directly. Non-Indiana University graduates must submit at least one official transcript from each university attended. A nonrefundable application fee is required from all applicants who have never attended Indiana University.
Dawn Lipker, Enrollment Coordinator
IU School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Coleman Hall 120
1140 West Michigan Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202-5119
Coursework Applied Toward Degree Requirements
A maximum of 6 graduate credit hours earned at Indiana University before admission may be applied toward a degree. Upon the recommendation of the Health Sciences program director and with the approval of the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Academic Studies and Research Development Committee, up to 8 credit hours of graduate work at other institutions may be transferred in partial fulfillment of degree requirements. No course may be transferred from another institution unless the course was completed with a grade of B or higher within five years before matriculation in the Master of Science degree program.