Students will need to submit official copies of external exam scores, as well as official copies of internal grades. We generally advise applicants to submit secondary school (high school) official transcripts for grades 9 through 12, in order to ensure prompt processing.
Original, attested, or certified copy of all academic records from all secondary schools and/or universities you have attended
Diplomas or graduate certificates from all high schools or universities where you have earned a degree
National exit test results (if applicable)
Students taking the WAEC will need to submit an unused scratch card with their application.
For admission, all international students must take one of the approved English proficiency exams, complete level 112 at ELS Language Center or take the ACT or SAT.
Send exam test results directly to Grand Valley.
TOEFL: 80 (we do not accept "My Best" score for admission)
IELTS: 6.5
MELAB: 77
PTE: 53
Send official SAT and/or ACT test scores directly to Grand Valley
If you are from a TOEFL/IELTS waiver country, you must submit an SAT/ACT instead of an English proficiency test.
TOEFL/IELTS waiver countries:
Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, Canada, Dominica, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grand Cayman Islands, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, North Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, New Zealand, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Africa, St. Christopher-Nevis, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Swaziland, Tanzania, Trinidad & Tobago, Uganda, United Kingdom, Virgin Islands, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
Students may qualify if they have earned an A.S. or A.A.S. from a school accredited by the Higher Learning Commission in a health profession program that requires external accreditation and offers national voluntary credentialing. The student should possess or be eligible to obtain state licensing or credentials.
WHY STUDY ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES AT GRAND VALLEY?
Located in the state-of-the-art Raleigh J. Finkelstein Hall in close proximity to five hospitals, the Grand Rapids Medical Education and Research Center, and many research, clinical, and treatment facilities.
Grand Valley's strong relationships in the region's medical community provides students with opportunities for high-quality clinical experiences that are an important aspect of the learning experience.
The university has academic advisors in Grand Rapids, Allendale, and Traverse City to assist and support students. Those who have been out of school for a number of years can utilize services offered by GVSU's Center for Adult and Continuing Studies.
The AHS-HPD degree offers the potential for career advancement and preparation for graduate school.
Courses are offered in a hybrid or online format.
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Coursework
The AHSHPD bachelor's degree at Grand Valley State University requires 120 credits to graduate. Up to 80 A.S./A.A.S. credits can apply toward earning the bachelors degree. The student must earn 40 credits at Grand Valley. Transferability of credit is done on an individual basis through transcript evaluation.
Upon admission to GVSU, students should complete the AHS-HPD application for the program to determine eligibility.
The AHS-HPD degree offers the potential for career enhancements and future graduate studies.
Medical insurance: 1,999 $ USD per year
