Program Overview
Students in the College of Applied Health Sciences learn about the latest innovations in disease prevention, human communications and health maintenance from the Departments of Kinesiology and Community Health, Recreation, Sport and Tourism, or Speech and Hearing Science. The Division of Disability Resources and Educational Services provides academic and nonacademic services for students with disabilities.
Occupational Outlook Handbook profiles College of Applied Health Sciences-related careers as “growing faster or much faster than average.” Pre-professional programs include medicine, physical therapy, and occupational therapy, and combined with practical experience through international research and internship opportunities, make College of Applied Health Sciences graduates in high demand.
Why choose AHS?
- Find Your Way: A team of experienced advisors dedicate themselves to helping you make the most of your college and professional career.
- Build Relationships: Learn with top-notch faculty and take advantage of exciting research opportunities. The average AHS class size is 27 students.
- Get Around: New Mobility magazine ranked Illinois first among "disability-friendly colleges."
- Expand Your Mind: Students have access to the University Library, the nation's third largest academic library, as well as an excellent college library. Outstanding students can challenge themselves with honors programs.
- Make Connections: Numerous internship opportunities are available throughout the United States and abroad.
- See the World: Broaden your horizons with study abroad programs.
