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A.T. Still University Of Health Sciences

A.T. Still University Of Health Sciences

Overview of A.T. Still University of Health Sciences

Established in 1892, A.T. Still University of Health Sciences (ATSU) is widely recognized as home of the world’s first osteopathic medical school. Located in Mesa, Arizona, ATSU is comprised of the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, the Arizona School of Health Sciences, and the Arizona School of Dentistry. Its School of Health Management (SHM) is the online graduate school of ATSU, which offers graduate degrees in Public Health, Health Administration, Advanced Physician Assistant, and Geriatric Health Management.

Points of Distinction

  • Flexible, on-demand, and innovative online program
  • Year-round enrollment registration
  • Many financial aid options
  • Integrated approach to medical care

Areas of Study

ATSU offers the following advanced degree options, all of which can be earned 100% online:

  • Doctor of Health Education
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy
  • M.S. in Advanced Occupational Therapy Studies
  • M.S. in Advanced Physician Assistant Studies
  • Master of Geriatric Health
  • Master of Health Administration
  • M.S. in Human Movement
  • Master of Public Health
  • Master of Public Health - Dental
  • Master of Health Education

All courses in these programs can be completed entirely via the Internet and were developed with busy health care professionals in mind.

A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Admissions

Applicants wishing to enroll in the online graduate program should contact the school, either online or via phone. A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited university is required to register. An admissions counselor can provide information regarding Federal Financial Aid and other financing options. The online graduate program offers year-round enrollment, meaning that students may start in any quarter. Those students willing to take up to 9 credits per quarter can complete their studies in as little as one year.

A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Faculty Quality

Instructors in ATSU's online program embrace a student-centered education philosophy. Faculty members hold terminal degrees in their field of instruction or terminal degrees in another area with significant graduate credits in their field of instruction. ATSU online instructors communicate daily with enrolled students and actively participate in course and faculty activities.

A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Student Body

Students enrolled in ATSU's online graduate program are mostly health care professionals looking to advance their career paths. They are highly motivated to achieve a first rate education without having to attend classes in person.

A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Student Life

The University provides an environment, even in its online programs, in which students are continually challenged to cultivate a lifestyle of whole person healthcare through education, wellness training, nutrition, and psychology; and to join in the many extracurricular activities offered. Students in the online graduate program interact with each other and their instructors through e-mail, chat rooms, forum discussions, or over the phone. Each student is assigned an advisor when registering for his/her first course. Telephone support and an online help desk are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Programs of Study

(Note: Not all programs are necessarily available at all locations.)

Health and Human Services

  • Health and Physical Education General
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
  • Occupational Therapy/Therapist
  • Physical Therapy/Therapist
  • Public Health Education and Promotion
  • Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

Medical Assisting and Nursing

  • Home Health Aide/Home Attendant

Medical and Dental Administration

  • Health/Health Care Administration/Management

Residency Programs

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Occupational Medicine
  • Public Health Medicine
  • Sports Medicine

Coursework or Degrees

(Note: Not all degrees and coursework are necessarily available for all programs of study.)

Degrees or Coursework

  • Doctorate
  • Master

Campus Locations

Online

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