Health Pathways

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Your Journey to Your Health Career Starts Here

Health care workers are modern superheroes. In normal times, and especially in challenging times, health care workers are on the frontlines, literally saving lives and providing critical care to those who need it most. We are honored to call many of these incredible people alumni of the University of Michigan-Flint.

Every human being relies on a healing helper at some point in their life. That is why at UM-Flint, we offer a diverse array of academic programs designed for the health care needs of the 21st century. Expert faculty, hands-on learning opportunities, on-site clinical sessions, and career assistance lead UM-Flint students through a thorough, engaging educational experience that prepares them for the demands of their health care fields.

Ready to explore your degree options? Let this pathway be your guide to UM-Flint health care options!


Top 10 health careers for 2026.
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Physician Assistant
  • Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Veterinarian
  • Nurse Anesthetist
  • Veterinary Technologist and Technician
  • Physical Therapist
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Respiratory Therapist
  • Dental Hygienist

Pre-Professional Programs

  • Pre-Chiropractic
  • Pre-Dental
  • Pre-Medical
  • Pre-Nurse Practitioner
  • Pre-Occupational Therapy
  • Pre-Optometry
  • Pre-Pharmacy
  • Pre-Physical Therapy
  • Pre-Physician Assistant
  • Pre-Veterinary

Tracks

  • Health Sciences Program โ€“ Prepares graduates for positions in public and private sector settings, including local and state health departments, and private sector positions such as chemical waste management and workplace safety.

Bachelor’s Degrees


Accelerated Programs: Joint Bachelorโ€™s/Graduate


Masterโ€™s Degrees


Doctoral Degrees


Dual Degrees

  • Doctor of Occupational Therapy/Business Administration: OTD/MBA
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (Dual DPT/PhD)
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy/Business Administration: DPT/MBA
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice/Business Administration: DNP/MBA
  • Nursing Practice/Leadership & Organizational Dynamics (DNP/MSLOD)
  • Physician Assistant/Business Administration: MS/MBA
  • Public Health/Business Administration MPH/MBA

Certificates

Undergraduate

Graduate

Post-Masterโ€™s


Minors

1.8 million

healthcare occupations openings are projected each year

Source: bls.gov

98%

are accepted to medical school

28%

health services managers growth through 2032

Source: bls.gov

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