Our program explores the theoretical underpinnings of health science: the fundamentals of life, chemical and physical principles, and an appreciation of the psychological and sociological impacts on human health.
About the Program
The Health Sciences major gives students a preparatory advantage as they take post-graduate steps toward a career in healthcare. This major is designed to support a student's preparation for multiple career tracks, in addition to the current selection of pre-professional programs the college offers. Health Sciences tracks include prerequisite courses for pharmacy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, physician assistant, and nurse practitioner.
Tracks with the Major
Health Sciences is designed to support multiple career tracks, in addition to the current selection of pre-professional programs the college offers. The tracks ensure that students meet the prerequisite course requirements needed for post-graduate education. Students will take courses across the sciences including in mathematics, psychology, chemistry, and biology.
- Physician Assistant (PA)
- Physical Therapy (PT)
- Pharmacy
- Occupational Therapy (OT)
- Athletic Training
- Nurse Practitioner or Accelerated BSN
Email: Chief Health Professions Advisor
Mailing Address: 100 Saint Anselm Drive
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Program News

Brother Dismas Manuel Enters the Novitiate
On Thursday, August 14, Mr. Noah Manuel was received into the…

Brother Thomas Lacourse, O.S.B. Professes Solemn Vows
On July 11, 2025, Brother Thomas Kevin Lacourse, O.S.B., professed…

Brother Joseph Wencis Enters the Novitiate
On Thursday March 20, Mr. Nicholas Wencis was received into the…

Changes to the Monastic Prayer Schedule
We wish to inform you of a change to our monastic prayer schedule.

The Abbatial Blessing of Abbot Isaac Murphy, O.S.B.
It was a joyous day on Friday, September 27, 2024, as the Saint Anselm Abbey…

Father Celestine Hettrick, O.S.B. Ordained to the Priesthood
The Reverend Father Celestine Benjamen Hettrick, O.S.B., a member of…
