College of Health Sciences
Health sciences advance care, promote well‑being, and support healthier lives across communities. At Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, educating future health professionals goes beyond the classroom, focusing on the scientific understanding, practical preparation, and professional commitment needed to have lasting impact in health‑related fields.
The College of Health Sciences at Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania prepares students for health‑focused careers through experiential learning and applied real‑world opportunities. Students develop critical thinking, professional responsibility, and a strong foundation in science as they work with diverse populations in clinical, community, and health‑related settings.
Students can pursue undergraduate and graduate study, as well as minors and certificates, aligned with diverse goals in health‑related fields. In addition to their academic work, students benefit from structured clinical and experiential learning, advising, and career preparation that support their transition into professional and advanced study pathways.
Academic Programs
- Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (B.S.)
- Exercise Science (B.S.)
- Pre-Athletic Training
- Pre-Chiropractic
- Pre-Occupational Therapy
- Pre-Physical Therapy
- Health Science (B.S.)
- Applied Health Studies
- General
- Pre-Athletic Training
- Pre-Athletic Training 3+2
- Pre-Occupational Therapy
- Pre-Physical Therapy
- Pre-Physical Therapy 3+3
- Pre-Physician Assistant
- Public Health Education
- Healthcare Professions (A.A.S.)
- Credentialed
- Non-Credentialed
- Nursing (A.S.N.)
- Nursing (B.S.N.)
- Nutrition (B.S.)
- Dietetics
- Sport Nutrition
- Radiologic Technology (A.A.S.)
- Respiratory Care (B.S.)
- Applied Exercise Physiology (M.S.)
- Non-Thesis
- Thesis
- Athletic Training (M.S.)
- Nursing (M.S.N.)
- Nurse Administration
- Nurse Practitioner - Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
- Nurse Practitioner - Family/Individual Across the Lifespan
- Nursing Informatics
- Public Health
- Physician Associate (M.H.S.)
- Speech-Language Pathology (M.S.)
- Sport and Performance Psychology (M.S.)
- Audiology (Au.D.)
- Nursing (D.N.P.)
- Advanced Practice
- Nurse Anesthesia
- Nurse Executive
Support the Future of Healthcare
Your support helps shape the next generation of nurses when it matters most. A gift to Commonwealth University’s Breiner School of Nursing directly enhances hands‑on learning, advanced simulation experiences, and community‑focused training—ensuring students graduate confident, prepared, and ready to serve.
Excellence in Nursing Education
Recognized as a leader in nursing education, the Breiner School of Nursing’s accredited undergraduate and graduate‑level programs prepare students through hands‑on learning and real‑world clinical experiences, empowering graduates to serve patients, families, and communities with skill, compassion, and confidence across a wide range of care settings.
Building Clinical Confidence
Commonwealth University’s Simulated Learning Labs (SLL) help nursing students build confidence and critical clinical skills through hands‑on practice in a safe, controlled environment, preparing them for success in clinical settings and their future careers.
News
Audiology Students Give Hearing Screenings at Special Olympics
Bloomsburg
Eight Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg audiology doctoral students and a faculty member volunteered for the Healthy Hearing initiative at the Special Olympics Pennsylvania Summer Games at Penn State...
Importance of Clinical Experience in a Doctor of Audiology Program
Bloomsburg
In observation of National Speech-Language-Hearing Month in May, Thomas Zalewski, Professor of Audiology and Coordinator for the AuD Program.
Discipline in Every Detail
Bloomsburg
From Fort Knox to clinical floors, Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg nursing major and ROTC cadet Amanda Ott finds that leadership is less about power — and more about practice.
Commonwealth University Ranks Among the 2026 Most Affordable Adult-Gerontology NP Programs in the State
University-wide
Commonwealth University has been ranked No. 8 among the 2026 Most Affordable Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) programs in Pennsylvania, reinforcing its commitment to preparing highly...
Commonwealth University celebrates 10th year of service program in Harmons, Jamaica
University-wide
Commonwealth University students have been traveling to Harmons, Jamaica, for 10 years to participate in a service-learning program. This year marks the first time that students from all three CU...
College of Health Sciences
Clubs and Organizations
College of Health Sciences student clubs and organizations offer opportunities to connect with peers, build leadership skills, and explore interests beyond the classroom.
- Aging Special Interest Group (ASIG)
- American Society of Radiologic Technologists Professional Organization (ASRT)
- Health Sciences Club
- Health Sciences Student Government Association, Sayre (HSSGA)
- Nurses’ Christian Fellowship
- PA Society of Radiologic Technologists (PSRT)
- Sigma Theta Tau International, Honor Society of Nursing
- Student Nurses Association
Learning Communities
Learning Communities bring students together in a supportive, close‑knit environment built around shared academic interests and goals. As part of an LC, you’ll connect with peers, faculty, and staff who are invested in your success, helping you navigate college while growing academically and socially.
The Breiner School of Nursing Learning Community is exclusively for first-year nursing majors, connecting students with peers, faculty, and mentors while offering collaborative learning, shared coursework, and engaging activities that support academic and professional success.
The Health & Medical Sciences Learning Community connects students in select health-related majors with peers and faculty while offering collaborative learning, structured academic support, and engaging experiences that promote success both in and out of the classroom.
