Apply to a Graduate Program

Your future in health care starts here.

When you apply to SHP, we’ll carefully review your academic record and qualification, as well as your experiences and aspirations.
Please review the Admissions requirements for your specific program before creating or logging into your account. It is helpful to have all of the required documents before you apply.

Review the the requirements for the graduate degree program you’re interested in.

Master’s Programs

Doctoral Programs

Certificates
Some of our certificates are entry-level. Others are designed for working professionals who may already have a degree, but want to develop or expand their skills sets. We offer both school certificates and certificates awarded through the Center for Advanced and Continuing Education.

Learn more about our certificate programs.

For Fall Admission
Occupational Therapy Doctorate January 3
M.S. in Speech Language Pathology February 1
M.S. in Clinical Nutrition (for Aspiring Dietitians) February 1
M.S. in Clinical Nutrition (for RDNs) May 15
Doctor of Clinical Nutrition May 15
Doctor of Clinical Laboratory Sciences March 1
M.S. in Clinical Laboratory Sciences May 15
M.S. in Cytopathology June 15
M.S. in Radiologist Assistant May 15
M.S. in Clinical Research Management May 15
Doctor of Health Informatics May 15
M.S. in Health Informatics May 15
M.S. in Health Information Management May 15
M.S. in Physician Assistant September 1
Doctor of Physical Therapy October 15
Ph.D. in Psychiatric Rehabilitation & Counseling May 15
M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling-Clinical Mental Health Counseling Track March 1

Ready to Apply?  

To apply for any of SHP’s graduate programs, interested individuals should submit their applications through AHCAS. The AHCAS application system will be utilized for our admissions process. Applications open September 10th.
To access the AHCAS applicant portal, please click here: https://ahcas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/login

Prospective students should review the specific requirements for their program to understand the application process and requirements for their program of interest. 

How to Apply

  1. Complete the application.
  2. Submit the application and required documents.
  3. Pay the application fee.

Submitting Documents

  • Upload all required documents to the AHCAS portal.
  • Transcripts: Request official transcripts from your institution’s Registrar.
    • For electronic transcripts, send directly to AHCAS via National Clearinghouse or Parchment.
    • For paper transcripts, have the Registrar mail them to:
      AHCAS Transcript Processing Center
      PO Box 9127
      Watertown, MA 02471

Application Fee

  • $72 for the first program and $44 for each additional program.
  • Payment must be made before a decision is processed.

  • Log into your AHCAS application portal via AHCAS Application Portal
    “Starting Your Application in CAS”
  • Complete all required information in the four quadrants and upload your resume and personal statement:
    • Personal Information
    • Academic History – Enter all colleges and universities attended. Through this section, you will need to click “Order” to have your transcript sent directly to AHCAS.
    • Supporting Information – Provide Evaluations by entering your Reference Contact Information.
    • Program Materials – Upload your CV/Resume and Personal Statement.
  • Application Fee: After submitting your information and documents via the AHCAS portal, click “Submit Application” and pay the application fee. The fee is $72 for the first program and $44 for each subsequent program.

Watch the video—”CAS Applicant Videos – Starting Your Application in CAS”

Official transcripts must be sent directly to AHCAS. Do not request transcripts to be sent to Rutgers University.

For electronic transcripts, send them directly to AHCAS via National Clearinghouse or Parchment.

For paper transcripts, have your Registrar mail them to:

AHCAS Transcript Processing Center
PO Box 9127
Watertown, MA 02471

For foreign transcripts, request that they be sent to World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) for evaluation. Once the evaluation is complete, request that the course-by-course evaluation be sent to AHCAS.

Please note that once AHCAS receives your transcript, it may take up to five business days for processing before it is added to your application.

Watch the video–The Transcript Process

SHP’s AI Use in Applications Statement
The School of Health Professions values authenticity and original thought in all application materials. While we recognize the potential benefits of AI tools, applicants are expected to submit personal statements and essays that reflect their own experiences, perspectives, and writing. Any use of AI-generated content must be clearly disclosed and should not compromise the integrity of the application.
For any questions or help with applying to AHCAS, please contact them as follows:
Email: support@ahcas.myliaison.com
Phone: (617) 612-2883.
Hours of operation: Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM ET
Application to the following programs are through a Central Application Service (CAS).
Physician Assistant Program
For the MS Physician Assistant (does not include the 3+3 program), apply via CASPA at https://caspa.liaisoncas.com. Applications are available in mid-April. The application cycle for this Program closes on September 1 and has rolling admission.
Nutrition Programs
For the Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition for Aspiring Dietitians, you must apply by October 1st (priority admissions) or February 1st (regular admissions) via DICAS.
Please note we are not a part of D + D Digital and the Dietetic Internship match has been discontinued.

Hospital-based program applicants ONLY, apply here. 
For the Dietetic Internship and MPH in Nutrition
Apply vias DICAS at https://dicas.liaisoncas.com. Opens October 4 and February 15 is the application deadline. In addition the applicants must register through D+D Digital at www.dnddigital.com between December 1, 2023 and February 15, 2024 by 11:59 pm central time.
Rehabilitation and Movement Sciences Programs
Application to the Occupational Therapy Doctorate OTD program must be submitted through the Occupational Therapy Centralized Application Service (OTCAS) at: https://otcas.liaisoncas.com.  Deadline to apply is April 5.
Application to the M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology (MSSLLP) program must be submitted through the Communication Sciences and Disorders Centralized Application Service (CSDCAS) at: https://csdcas.liaisoncas.com/.  Deadline to apply is February 1.
Application to the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program must be submitted through the Physical Therapy Centralized Application Service (PTCAS) at: http://www.ptcas.org/home.aspx. Deadline to apply is October 15.

Questions?

Contact our Admission counselors through email or by phone at 973-972-5454.

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