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Health Science (DHSc) Overview
Chatham University’s Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) is a fully online, part-time post-professional program completed in 4–5 terms (16–20 months). The program requires 36 credits; licensed healthcare professionals may receive up to 6 transfer credits (30 credits total), while non-licensed applicants complete all 36 credits.
Chatham's DHSc program emphasizes applied research, including completion of capstone projects that address real-world healthcare challenges, and prepares graduates for leadership, administrative, and educational roles. Students learn in small, interprofessional cohorts with personalized faculty mentoring and can tailor their degree with flexible electives in healthcare administration and academia.
Flexible Schedule
100% Online
Designed for working professionals, Chatham's DHSc is 100% online, part-time, and can be completed in as few as 4-5 terms (16-20 months).
Meaningful Outcomes
Clear Cost
At under $35,000, the DHSc prepares you for healthcare leadership roles in administration, advocacy, and academia.
Personalized Capstone
Real-World Application
Apply research to real healthcare challenges through a personalized capstone tailored to your experience and goals.
Application Deadline
July 31
The DHSc program starts in the fall term. All application materials must be received no later than July 31.
Building on Chatham’s excellence in online education in occupational therapy and nursing, our DHSc program is an accelerated, 100% online, practice-focused program with impactful outcomes. Students develop the skills to advance their careers and pursue leadership roles across healthcare practice, administration, and academic settings throughout a personalized, interprofessional learning experience tailored to their goals.
—JENNIFER LAPE, DHSc Program Director
Courses & Curriculum
Chatham's Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) program is specifically designed for working professionals. This part-time, fully online program consists of 30-36 credit hours and can be completed in as few as 16-20 months, making it one of the shortest post-master's doctoral programs available. Students enroll in up to two courses at a time, allowing for focused learning while maintaining a balance between work and personal life. Click the button below to learn more about the curriculum progression.
Explore DHSc Curriculum : Checkerboard 1 - Courses & Curriculum
Applied, Practice-Focused Doctorate
Unlike research-heavy doctoral programs, Chatham’s DHSc program focuses on the application of research to real-world healthcare challenges. Students complete capstone projects that address current healthcare issues directly relevant to their work, preparing them for leadership, administrative, and educational roles across healthcare systems.
Career Opportunities
Chatham's Doctorate of Health Science prepares students for careers in leadership, administrative, and educational roles across healthcare systems. Graduates will be ready to lead change and pursue positions such as medical and health services managers, researchers, educators, and experts in healthcare systems and public policy.
Program Faculty
Chatham's DHSc program's faculty members are accomplished teachers, scholars, practitioners, and active leaders in the field. They serve as mentors and advisors and are there for you every step of the way.
Meet the Faculty : Checkerboard 5 - Program Faculty
Tuition & Funding
The cost of a graduate degree consists of university tuition (per credit charge), fees, and any other personal expenses you may require for earning your degree. Our Financial Aid and Admissions offices will also work with you to understand loan and financing options available.
Explore Tuition & Funding : Checkerboard 6 - Tuition & Funding
Visits & Events
Start the next steps in your graduate journey at Chatham University by visiting campus or attending upcoming events. Join virtual info sessions, open houses, or admitted student sessions to learn about our programs and the application process, interact with faculty, and experience the Chatham community. Click the button below to view the schedule and register, and email graduate@chatham.edu with any questions.
View Graduate Event Schedule : Checkerboard 8 - Visits & Events
