College of Health Sciences Admissions

The College of Health Sciences at Rush University sets admissions standards on a per-program basis. Select your program from the list below to see specific requirements for admissions in your area of study.

Resources for applicants

Please visit the links below for more information on these topics:

• International course evaluations are required for all courses and degrees completed at a college or university outside the United States
• Online study restrictions for non-Illinois residents and international students
• Scholarships and financial aid packages are based on merit and need
• Support for students with disabilities is available by request
• TOEFL for international applicants, including minimum score requirements and how to request a waiver if you graduated from a school in the United States

Licensure & certification

Institutions are required to make public whether a program is designed to meet educational requirements for a specific professional license or certification that is required for employment in an occupation or is advertised as meeting such requirements. Institutions are required to make public, for each state, whether the completion of that program would be sufficient to meet licensure requirements in a state for that occupation, did not meet requirements or has not made a determination. These requirements apply to all programs offered via all modalities (distance education and not).

Students should review the specific academic requirements for the program in which they are enrolling, including those related to practicum/internship as well as pre-qualifications for licensure such as the need for a criminal background check. We highly recommend that students contact the applicable licensure board(s) in their state of residence or in the state where they intend to obtain a license before beginning an academic program that results in licensure and prior to beginning any internship/practicum. Many licensure boards have additional requirements beyond successful degree completion to obtain a license. Please be advised that state laws, regulations, and policies may change at any time. Changes in requirements can impact the program's ability to meet educational requirements for licensure. Enrolled and prospective students are strongly encouraged to check with the licensing board(s) in their state of residence or in the state in which they intend to obtain a license for the most recent information and requirements. The College will periodically review the state requirements. The College of Health Sciences disclosure does not provide any guarantee that any particular state licensure or certification entity will approve or deny a student's application.

Additional licensure information by state, by program, can be located here:

• Doctor of Audiology
• Master of Science in Cardiovascular Perfusion
• Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition - Dietetic Integrated Track
• Bachelor of Science in Imaging Sciences
• Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science
• Occupational Therapy Doctorate
• Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
• Master of Science in Respiratory Care
• Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
• Bachelor of Science in Vascular Ultrasound