The School of Health Sciences prepares students to excel in a wide variety of careers in the health professions and human performance fields.
OVERVIEW
The School of Health Sciences offers a strong foundation in the basic sciences, and technology, enhanced by diverse experiential learning opportunities.
undergraduate majors
We offer a comprehensive educational program to prepare students for rewarding careers in the health-related fields of athletic training, exercise science, health science, public health, nutritional science and rehabilitation science.
Designed to meet the growing demand for baccalaureate-prepared nurses, Merrimack is pleased to introduce the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program.
As a nursing major at Merrimack, you’ll learn to:
This spring we admitted our first freshman class who will start in fall 2019. We also broke ground on our new Nursing Center, opening in spring 2020, which includes two floors of laboratories, classrooms, study space and faculty offices in 20,000 square feet.
Students from the College’s first nursing class pledged their oath to compassionate patient care at the inaugural White Coat Ceremony at Merrimack College.
Read moreHealth Sciences Department assistant professor Juliana Cohen was recently featured as an expert source for a KTVA television report regarding a pilot program in Anchorage, Alaska to lengthen lunchtime and recess for school children as a means of improving academic focus.
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active science
Active Science is a cutting-edge program that combines science education with physical activity to increase children’s enjoyment and enthusiasm for science. The nationally recognized program was created by Dean Kyle McInnis and colleagues at the School of Health Science and piloted at YMCAs across Massachusetts.
Frances Hom
Administrative Assistant
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978-837-5735
homf@merrimack.edu
of 2018 health sciences’ graduates had a job or participated in service or graduate programs within nine months of graduation.
of 2018 health sciences’ graduates engaged in experiential learning - participating in an internship or co-op to gain hands-on experience.
of 2018 health sciences’ graduates attended graduate school, including Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Northeastern University, MGH Institute of Health Professions and Merrimack.
