Admission Requirements

This page contains the admission process and requirements for Chatham University's Doctorate of Health Science (DHSc) program.

Applicant Requirements

  • A master’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 in undergraduate and graduate coursework

Application Materials

To be considered for admission, applicants must submit:

  • Free online application (include any former/maiden names appearing on transcripts)
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended
    • Sent directly to:
      Chatham University – Graduate Admissions
      107 Woodland Road
      Pittsburgh, PA 15232
  • Two professional letters of recommendation addressing leadership and scholarly potential
  • Personal statement (maximum 500 words) describing professional career goals following DHSc degree completion
  • Current resume highlighting career progression and accomplishments

Additional Information

  • A required 30-minute virtual interview with faculty will be scheduled once application materials are received.
  • Chatham University reserves the right to request a background check prior to admission.
  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
    • Recommended deadline: July 31 (Fall start)
    • Early submission is encouraged, as cohort space is limited.

International Applicants

International Applicants must submit additional documentation to the Office of Admissions. A list of these documents can be found on the International Admission web page.
 
Contact Us

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Admission Department:

Office of Admission
Chatham University
107 Woodland Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
800-837-1290
412-365-1825
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