Health Sciences

Health science is the application of science to health, including the study of medicine, nutrition, and other health-related topics and how they affect humans.

An aging workforce, new technologies, and growing demand for experienced healthcare professionals make now the perfect time to enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences: Health Sciences submajor degree completion program from the UW-Milwaukee College of Health Sciences.

Now available in the self-paced, competency-based UW Flexible Option format, this degree completion program offers students the opportunity to build on an associate level education and develop or strengthen skills in critical thinking, problem solving, information literacy, informatics, management, and education in the health professions. Graduates will be prepared to assume a wide range of roles within both clinical and non-clinical settings such as hospitals and other patient care facilities, government organizations, or insurance companies. This program may also provide the foundation required for entry into advanced degree programs such as physical or occupational therapy, physician’s assistance, and more.

This program is designed for returning adult learners with an associate degree. There is no time like the present to expand your career opportunities by earning your Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences: Health Sciences submajor. Stay competitive in today’s job market and improve your opportunity for career advancement or career change. Best of all, your associate’s degree has already earned you 50% of the required bachelor’s degree credits.

Career Outlook

Who Should Apply

The UW Flexible Option is especially designed for self-motivated, adult students who want to leverage their previous schooling, work skills, and knowledge to advance toward a degree. Professionals holding an associate degree will be awarded 60 credits toward the 120-credit degree completion minimum.

Students have control over their learning schedule, allowing them to balance their unique work and family responsibilities with their educational goals. The online format of UW Flexible Option coupled with the elimination of set class schedules, gives students the freedom to learn when and where they choose.

This self-paced program is ideal for:

• Motivated, disciplined self-starters who can work independently.
• Those who recognize the value of a University of Wisconsin degree.

About UW-Milwaukee College of Health Sciences

The UW-Milwaukee College of Health Sciences is widely recognized by employers for offering the largest number of health-related degree programs in Wisconsin, supplying quality graduates for high-demand positions. The research conducted by  the UWM College of Health Sciences faculty and staff encompasses groundbreaking urban and population studies, biomedical research, advances in movement science, rehabilitation research and development, applied clinical technologies, and disease-prevention approaches. These activities are supported by the resources of four academic centers and 13 state-of-the-art laboratories within the college, and millions of dollars in funds from institutions such as the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the U.S. Department of Education.

Accreditation

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges & Schools. 

MEET OUR FACULTY

This degree completion program requires a minimum of 120 credits for completion. Upon admission to UW-Milwaukee and confirmation of your associate degree, you will be awarded 60 credits toward completion of your degree. The remaining 60 credits include General Education Requirements necessary for a UWM bachelor’s degree, any elective requirements, and the unique competency sets that define this program:

Lower Division Competency Sets

Upper Division Competency Sets

The UW Flexible Option offers working adults like you a more affordable way to finish a degree. Instead of paying by course or by credit, you pay a flat rate for a three-month subscription period. If you already know the material, you may be able to pass assessments more quickly and potentially accelerate your time to graduation.

Subscription periods begin on the second day of every month. You can choose from two subscription options, each with a different tuition, depending on the number of courses you wish to attempt during the subscription period. 

• All-You-Can-Learn Option:  Choosing this option allows you to enroll in two or more courses. You may enroll in as many courses as you have time for within a three-month period for a flat tuition rate of $2,250. You can add additional courses in your 3 month term if you finish others early. This option is ideal for learners who would like to earn their bachelor’s degree more quickly.
• Single Course Option: If you would like to study at a slower pace during a three-month subscription period, you may enroll in a single course. The tuition for this option $900 through June, 2020. Starting in July 2020, it will be $1,125.  Students who are enrolled in the Single Course Option are not eligible to add additional courses during their subscription period.  In this case, you must wait until your next subscription period to add additional courses.

Federal financial aid is not yet available for this program. Alternate types of aid are available including alternative loans, veterans benefits, private scholarships, and, for eligible students, the UW Flexible Option Tuition Grant. We also encourage speaking with your employer about workplace tuition assistance.

Additional Fees: Tuition does not include any textbook or special course material costs. There are no segregated fees in the UW Flexible Option, which saves you hundreds of dollars per credit hour.

Finishing your degree is closer than you think! Schedule an advising call at 608.262.2011 or contact us at flex@uwex.edu.

Minimum Academic Requirements

Candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences: Health Sciences degree must have an earned Associate Degree (60 credits will be awarded towards the Health Sciences degree).

How to Apply

You may apply up to five months in advance of your desired start date.  All application materials must be received at least one month in advance of your start date.

You will be considered for admission after completing the following action items:

• Submit the e-application and the $50 application fee* apply.wisconsin.edu
• Send official college transcripts from all institutions attended (see section below)
• Send high school transcript or GED/HSED scores (not required if earned bachelor’s degree)
  • Due to COVID-19, many high school staff are working remotely.  It is recommended to request that an electronic transcript be sent, (if the option available through your high school), as physical (mailed) requests may experience delays.
• Complete Holistic Student Profile & Orientation Part 1 (sent after e-application is received)

*No app fee required if previously enrolled in a Flex degree program, UW-Milwaukee or UW Colleges

During the application process, you may be asked to take a math placement test if you have not completed a transferable algebra course. If required, an Enrollment Adviser will explain the process and provide you with instructions to arrange for testing options.

Submitting Transcripts

Official transcripts must be sent from each institution attended in a sealed envelope, or sent electronically through a secure document sending service of the institution (i.e. Parchment/Credentials Solutions or the National Student Clearinghouse).

Due to COVID-19, many institutions have transitioned to remote operations. When ordering transcripts, it is recommended to order e-transcripts only, as physical (mailed) copies may not be available in a timely manner.

When ordering PDF transcripts from your prior institution(s):

• Select the University of Wisconsin Flexible Option as the recipient institution
• If your order requires an email address, use admissions@uwex.edu
• DO NOT send your transcripts to UW-Milwaukee

If sending official transcripts by mail, use the following mailing address:

University of Wisconsin Flexible Option
Admissions Office
5602 Research Park Blvd., Suite 303
Madison, WI 53719

If you were previously enrolled in Flex and now wish to return, discover your next steps.

Holistic Admissions Review

Our admission process considers many factors when assessing your application for admission to a UW Flexible Option program. Your high school records, strength of prior college coursework, rigor of curriculum and academic readiness, test scores, grade point average, academic goals, relevant work experience, and your potential for success will all be considered.

The UW Flexible Option is only admitting domestic students at this time.  A domestic student is someone who is either a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Permanent Resident, or holds Refugee, Asylee, or Jay Treaty status.  All applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores or similar proof of English proficiency. 

Still have questions?  Check out our Admission FAQ page.