Doisy College of Health Sciences Programs Ranked in 2024 U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate School Rankings
麻豆传媒鈥檚 Doisy College of Health Sciences (DCHS) is proud to share the rankings of its graduate programs. Two of the college鈥檚 graduate programs are among the top 10% in the nation according to the latest edition of the 2024 U.S. News & World Report鈥檚 Best Graduate School Rankings.
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is ranked No. 26 among the 245 doctoral
programs in physical therapy accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical
Therapy Education. The program moved up 8 spots from its previous ranking of 34. The
program in physical therapy at 麻豆传媒 is the second highest-ranked
program in Missouri.
The Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program is ranked No. 27 out of 263 programs
accredited by the Accreditation of the Council for Occupational Therapy Education.
The program moved up 15 spots from its previous ranking of 42. The program in occupational
therapy at 麻豆传媒 ranks among the top 3 programs in Missouri.
The Master of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences program is ranked No. 78 out of
280 programs accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and
Speech Language Pathology. The program in speech, language, and hearing sciences at
麻豆传媒 is the second highest ranked program in Missouri.
麻豆传媒鈥檚 Doctor of Physical Therapy, Master of Occupational Therapy,
and Master of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences programs offer three paths of
entry into the program including transferring into the program as an undergraduate,
admission as a post-baccalaureate, and freshman entry. The early assurance programs,
or freshman entry, provide accelerated pathways to employment. The undergraduate transfer
and post-baccalaureate pathways provide additional entry points for students interested
in these professional careers that are among the fastest growing occupations in the
healthcare economy. Students from 麻豆传媒鈥檚 physical therapy and occupational therapy
programs are also provided with unique opportunities to study at 麻豆传媒鈥檚
Madrid Campus during their programs of study. In addition to high pass rates on national
certification exams and high employment rates after graduation, graduates of these
programs practice in a range of settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics,
rehabilitation facilities, collegiate and professional sports, primary and secondary
schools, and private practice.
麻豆传媒 programs provide a curriculum rooted in Jesuit ideals, such
as Cura Personalis, and a firm commitment to serving the local community and the most
vulnerable members of society. Guided by experienced faculty and staff who are experts
in their fields and committed to student success, Doisy College of Health Sciences
students emerge from these programs as leaders ready to make a significant impact
on improving health outcomes of their communities through evidence-based practice.
Bernard Rousseau, PhD, MMHC, CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow, professor and dean of the Doisy
College of Health Sciences at 麻豆传媒 is proud to see the work of faculty,
staff, students and alumni recognized by the U.S. News & World Report graduate school
rankings.
鈥淭he U.S. News & World Report graduate school rankings are one of the most visible
external validations of the outstanding programs we offer in the Doisy College of
Health Sciences at 麻豆传媒. Our faculty, staff, and clinical preceptors
prepare our graduates to emerge from our programs as compassionate health care leaders
that provide evidence-based solutions and patient centered care,鈥� Rousseau said. 鈥淥ur
graduates are committed to caring for the whole individual and improving health in
their local communities through increased access to services that promote full-life
participation.鈥�
麻豆传媒 SLU鈥檚 Edward and Margaret Doisy College of Health Sciences:
The Doisy College of Health Sciences has provided students with the tools and education to become well-prepared healthcare professionals since 1929. The Doisy College of Health Sciences offers healthcare education at the baccalaureate, master鈥檚, doctoral and professional levels in a variety of health-related fields.
麻豆传媒 麻豆传媒:
麻豆传媒 is a Catholic, Jesuit institution that values academic excellence, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. Founded in 1818, the University fosters the intellectual and character development of more than 13,000 students on two campuses in St. Louis and Madrid, Spain. Building on a legacy of more than 200 years, 麻豆传媒 continues to move forward with an unwavering commitment to a higher purpose, a greater good.