The University of Tulsa acquires Fab Lab Tulsa

The University of Tulsa has announced the acquisition of Fab Lab Tulsa, which provides access to digital fabrication tools and resources throughout the community through membership and programming. The move is part of TU’s ongoing efforts to promote innovation and aligns with the university’s global reputation in engineering, computer science, and the creative arts. “We […]

Unique organizational studies program offers expansive opportunities

At roughly 75 majors, organizational studies is one of the largest majors in The University of Tulsa’s Kendall College of Arts & Sciences. From social sciences, media, and arts to business administration, the program provides students a wide range of knowledge and skills, rather than limiting them to a single discipline. But as a so-called […]

TU Law celebrates alumna Sara Hill’s historic confirmation to federal bench

The University of Tulsa’s College of Law congratulates alumna Sara Hill (JD ’03) as she becomes the first Native American woman to serve as a federal judge in Oklahoma. This historic appointment marks a significant milestone in the state’s legal landscape. The U.S. Senate on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly to confirm Hill, who fills a vacant […]

New faculty member brings expertise and INSPIRE lab to Psychology Department

The University of Tulsa Department of Psychology has a wide variety of faculty-led research labs. From the Exposure, Relaxation & Rescripting Therapy for Chronic Nightmares study to the Psychophysiology Laboratory for Affective Neuroscience lab, TU offers students the opportunity to participate in ongoing research and even publish their findings. New to Kendall College of Arts […]

More than 60 years of James Joyce Quarterly

Legend has it that Thomas Staley, former provost of The University of Tulsa, founded the James Joyce Quarterly, fondly known as JJQ, in his garage. Or was it his kitchen table? That was more than 60 years ago, and since then the journal has become an internationally esteemed publication known for its publishing of critical […]

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Programs in Health Sciences

Utilize classroom knowledge and clinical experience to become the next generation of healthcare providers.

Our health sciences minor program is designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and a broader understanding of universal concepts related to health and healthcare. It is recommended for those students from any major who plan to work in any aspect of healthcare and other clinically related topics. In high-tech classrooms and under the guidance of our supportive community of faculty and peers, the coursework required for this academic minor allows you to tailor the 12 required credit hours from a wide-ranging list of courses related to health and healthcare-related disciplines.

100% Success Rate For Postgraduate Students

9:1 Student-Professor Ratio

13% Job Growth by 2031 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

#1 National Merit Scholars

Degrees Offered

Health Sciences Minor

Public Health Minor

Professional Opportunities

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Our degree will provide you with the foundational knowledge and prepare you to assume various positions in the modern-day healthcare system. Our engaging faculty encourages you to expand on your classroom learnings and utilize them in diverse health service opportunities, joining a thriving community of future healthcare providers.

Job opportunities:

Paramedic
Veterinary technician
Radiation therapist
Dental hygienist
Surgical technician
EKG technologist

Beyond the Classroom

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
SOCIAL JUSTICE & SERVICE
JOB PLACEMENT

Set the stage for lifelong learning and success.

Learning is an individualized journey that extends far beyond a major or the walls of a classroom. TU’s Office of Integrative and Experiential Learning (OIEL) provides opportunities for scholars to enliven their studies through global education, research, scholarship, and interdisciplinary programs. Our real-world academic enrichment opportunities are designed to challenge students and enhance their personal and professional educational experience.

Experiential Learning
Make your TU experience as rich and diverse as you like.

TU students have abundant opportunities to get involved with clubs and organizations to develop new skills, meet new friends, and make lifetime memories. From international clubs, music groups, and intramural sports to Greek life, student government, and on-campus leadership, there’s truly something for everyone at TU. Our multi-faceted extracurricular options perfectly complement our multidisciplinary academic approach.

Student Organizations
Be the change you want to see.

TU encourages students to give back to the community and see societal problems through a different lens. In considering issues ranging from low-income to racial biases, students analyze the intricacies of cyclical social issues to gain broader perspectives and insights, which they can share with others and act on in the community.

Civic Engagement
Pursue success with confidence — backed by TU’s job placement guarantee.

TU is committed to our students’ professional success, which is why our Center for Career Development, aka CaneCareers, offers a job placement guarantee program. We promise that students who follow the program will land an entry-level job in their chosen field or continue their education within six months of graduation, or we’ll give them a free semester of grad school.

Job Placement