Dual Degree Programs
The College of Arts and Sciences offers a variety of dual degree programs. In most cases, an incoming first-year student can be admitted to the entire program conditionally on performing above a defined level during the first phase of the program. Students may be admitted to the second phase of a program based on outstanding performance and available space.
For further details regarding any of these programs, contact the department or Enrollment Services.
Department of Biological Sciences Dual Degree Programs
The following dual degree programs are administered through the Department of Biological Sciences and the School of Health and Medical Sciences (SHMS). Please see the Department of Biological Sciences section of this catalogue for admission and curriculum information.
Athletic Training
There are two options for this five-year program. The Department of Biological Sciences offers a 3+2 dual degree program leading to a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Master of Science in Athletic Training with the School of Health and Medical Sciences. Both programs offer select students the opportunity to study in a liberal arts environment as well as in a major healthcare organization. For a complete description of the Biology programs, see the Department of Biological Sciences.
Optometry
An agreement with the Pennsylvania College of Optometry permits outstanding students to spend three years at Seton Hall University and be admitted to their optometry program. The B.S. from Seton Hall University is granted on successful completion of the first year of the optometry program.
Physical Therapy
The Department of Biological Sciences offers a 3+3 dual degree program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Doctor of Physical Therapy with the School of Health and Medical Sciences. This six-year program offers select students an opportunity to study in a traditional liberal arts environment as well pursue a professional degree in one of the health professions. For a complete description of this program, see the Department of Biological Sciences section of this catalogue.
Physician Assistant
The Department of Biological Sciences offers a 3+3 dual degree program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Master of Science in Physician Assistant with the School of Health and Medical Sciences. This six-year program offers select students the opportunity to study in a traditional liberal arts environment as well as in a major healthcare organization. For a complete description of this program, see the Department of Biological Sciences section of this catalogue.
Social and Behavioral Sciences Dual Degree Programs
The following Social and Behavioral Science dual degree programs are offered in conjunction with the School of Health and Medical Sciences. Please see the Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work section of this catalogue for admission and curriculum information.
Occupational Therapy
The College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Health and Medical Sciences offer a dual degree program leading to a Bachelor of Arts in Social and Behavioral Sciences, and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy. This six-year program offers the opportunity to study in a traditional liberal arts environment as well as pursue a professional degree in one of the health professions.
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