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USAHS educates entry-level and post-professional graduate students in the fields of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, nursing, healthcare administration, and health sciences education. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, or national or ethnic origin.
Each applicant is evaluated based on his or her own merits. For entry-level programs, we give primary consideration to the student’s academic record, including grades earned on prerequisite coursework, recent academic performance, GRE scores (if required), and experience in the field.
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How Much Will It Cost?
Estimate your trimester tuition costs:
| First-Professional | St. Augustine | Miami, FL | Austin, TX | San Marcos, CA | Dallas, TX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OTD | $13,737 | $13,737 | $13,737 | $13,737 | $13,737 |
| Flex OTD | -- | -- | -- | -- | $9,641 |
| MOT | $14,876 | $14,876 | $14,876 | $16,178 | -- |
| Flex MOT | $9,362 | $9,362 | $9,362 | $9,606 | -- |
| DPT | $14,011 | $14,011 | $14,011 | $16,052 | $14,011 |
| Flex DPT | $8,249 | -- | $8,900 | $9,952 | -- |
| MS-Speech Language Pathology | -- | -- | $13,580 | -- | $13,580 |
| Post-Professional Programs | Distance |
|---|---|
| Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (PPOTD) | $2,489 - $3,104 |
| Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT) | $1,159 - $2,325 |
| Doctor of Education (EdD) | $3,878 |
| Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) | $5,729- $6,111 |
| Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) | $4,421 - $5,192 |
| Post-Graduate Nursing Certificates | $4,421 - $5,052 |
| Master of Health Administration (MHA) | $5,396 |
| Master of Health Science (MHS) | $3,679 |
Students whose address on record is in California at the time tuition is first charged and/or who attend the California campus will be responsible for paying a one-time Student Tuition Recovery Fund non-refundable fee, pursuant to California Code of Regulations §76120.
USAHS reserves the right to revise the schedule of tuition and fees without notice. The costs provided are for the current or upcoming academic term and may change for future academic terms.
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Can I Get Financial Aid?
Financial aid is available to help you pay for your graduate education. There are a variety of financial aid tools available to students today, including scholarships, need-based awards, and student loans. Nearly two-thirds of today’s college students receive some form of financial aid or assistance programs. Financial aid eligibility is based on two calculations—the total cost of education and the student’s ability to pay. The cost of education can vary depending on costs for tuition and living expenses.
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What Are the Application Deadlines?
Applications are due by the following deadlines:
| First-Professional Programs | |
|---|---|
| Physical Therapy (DPT, DPT Flex) | Priority Deadlines |
| Fall 2023 (September) | August 1, 2023 |
| Spring 2024 (January) | September 1, 2023 |
| Apply through PTCAS only. The University’s GRE Institutional Code Number is 2209. | |
| *We are still accepting applications at select campuses. Contact your Enrollment Advisor or email [email protected] | |
| Occupational Therapy (MOT, MOT Flex, OTD, OTD Flex) | Priority Deadlines |
| Fall 2023 (September) | August 1, 2023 |
| Spring 2024 (January) | September 1, 2023 |
| Apply online here or through OTCAS. *From June 9, 2023 - July 20, 2023 you may apply through our online application portal. OTCAS will reopen on July 21, 2023. | |
| *We are still accepting applications at select campuses. Contact your Enrollment Advisor or email [email protected] | |
| Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) | Priority Deadlines |
| Fall 2023 (September) | June 30, 2023 |
| Spring 2024 (January) | August 1, 2023 |
| Apply through CSDCAS only. | |
| *We are still accepting applications at select campuses. Contact your Enrollment Advisor or email [email protected] | |
| Physician Assistant (MSPAS)** | Priority Deadlines |
| Spring 2024 (January) | August 1, 2023 |
| Apply through CASPA only. | |
| Post-Professional Programs | |
|---|---|
| MSN, DNP, MHA, EdD, and Post Professional OTD | Application Deadlines |
| Summer 2023 (May 8) | Rolling Admissions |
| Speak to your enrollment advisor for program & campus space availability, or email [email protected] | |
If space permits, we continue accepting applications after these deadlines.
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USAHS has several resources to help students who qualify to fund their education, including dedicated financial aid counselors. Every counselor is available to assist students at any point in the process.
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