Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page for the Doctor of Medical Science & Doctor of Health Science Program at the School of Health Sciences. Here you will find answers to the most common questions from prospective students.
If you have a question that isn’t answered here, please contact us at schoolofhealthsciences@pacific.edu.
You must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in all post-secondary coursework.
Yes, you must have a master’s degree. We ask that you have a degree in a health-related field to qualify for this program.
A degree in clinical healthcare is required for this program. There must be a clinical degree at some point in your education.
We are not accepting international students at this time.
No, this program is 100% online. We have healthcare professionals from all over the United States enrolled in this program.
This program was designed for working professionals, so you can complete the weekly assignments when it is convenient for you. If you prefer to connect with your classmates and faculty, optional live lectures are available.
Most students spend about 9 hours on their weekly tasks.
An academic or research degree emphasizes strong skills that advance the student's respective field of study. We value the practical skills students will gain by completing a doctoral project suitable for publication.
Yes! The DMSC and DHSC degrees are accredited as academic degrees by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
All students in the program are closely mentored by faculty to ensure the feasibility and execution of their projects and publications. Faculty are very committed to student success.
