Online Health Science Graduate Programs
Online Health Sciences Programs
UNE Online’s health sciences programs are designed for learners preparing to advance in health-related fields or pursue the next step toward clinical and professional practice. Grounded in rigorous science and applied learning, these programs support career exploration, academic strengthening, and professional readiness across biomedical and population health pathways.
Students build a strong foundation in core health sciences, including biological principles, public health concepts, and evidence-informed inquiry. Coursework emphasizes analytical thinking, scientific literacy, and ethical decision-making, preparing students to navigate complex health challenges and succeed in advanced academic or professional environments.
Learning is structured and purposeful, enabling students to strengthen academic credentials, prepare for competitive health professions, or advance within health-focused roles. Graduates are equipped to contribute in a range of settings, from research and public health organizations to clinical preparation pathways, with a clear understanding of health systems and scientific practice.
Delivered in a flexible, fully online format, UNE Online programs are built for working adults, career changers, and aspiring health professionals. With expert faculty, personalized advising, and a supportive learning community, students gain the confidence and preparation needed to move forward in the dynamic health sciences landscape.
Online Health Sciences Graduate Programs Highlights
Career Pathways and Professional Growth
Explore diverse career and academic pathways across biomedical science, public health, research, and clinical preparation fields. Graduates are prepared to strengthen credentials, advance in health-related roles, or pursue professional and graduate study within health sciences, research, and clinical environments
Flexible Online Learning for Working Professionals
Designed for working adults and career changers, UNE Online programs offer flexibility without sacrificing rigor. Students balance coursework with professional and personal commitments while receiving structured support, clear milestones, and guidance aligned with health sciences goals.
Research, Analysis, and Scientific Readiness
Build the analytical and research skills needed for success in health sciences. Students strengthen scientific literacy, data interpretation, and evidence-based reasoning to prepare for research environments, advanced study, and health-related decision-making across academic and professional contexts.
Foundations in Biomedical Science
Examine human health through biological, cellular, and physiological perspectives. Students develop a strong understanding of how the body functions, how disease develops, and how scientific inquiry advances clinical knowledge, building the foundation needed for graduate study, professional school, and careers across research, medicine, and the health professions.
Are UNE Online’s Health Science Programs Accredited?
We are proud to hold NECHE (New England Commission on Higher Education) accreditation. NECHE Accreditation ensures a high level of academic quality and public accountability for the education being provided.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The only program within our health science programs with required prerequisite courses is the Master of Biomedical Science program. Required Prerequisites include: Biology 1, Biology 2, Chemistry 1, Chemistry 2, and Organic Chemistry 1. Highly recommended (but not required) courses include: Biochemistry, Physics 1, Physics 2, Organic Chemistry 2.
There are no specific prerequisite courses required to apply for our online public health programs or the Post-Bacc Pre-Health certificate. You can apply for these programs as long as you hold a bachelor’s.
Yes. Any regionally accredited bachelor’s degree qualifies.
You can finish your degree in about 2 years for most programs. Please see your program of interest for more information.
Students report anywhere from 20-25 hours per week on coursework.
Yes, our online health sciences degree programs are designed with working professionals in mind. However, it is entirely up to your schedule and how you balance your priorities.
All evaluation for transfer credit is up to the discretion of the health sciences graduate programs and adheres to the policy on transfer credit. See the full transfer credit policy in the UNE catalog.
Please note we do not accept transfer credits for the Post-Bacc Pre-Health Certificate program
Tuition varies by program. Please see each program page for the total cost.
Master of Biomedical Science: Yes, financial aid may be available. UNE Online encourages students seeking financial assistance to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Many students qualify for Direct Subsidized and/or Direct Unsubsidized loans.
Post-Bacc Pre-Health Certificate: Federal financial aid is not available for the Post-Bacc Pre-Health program. Private loans, military benefits, and employer tuition assistance may be used to help manage program costs.
Science Prerequisites for Health Professions: Courses enrolled in by a non-matriculated student are not eligible for federal financial aid, including federal student loans, scholarships, or grants, per the Department of Education. Private loans, military benefits, and employer tuition assistance may be used to fund SPHP coursework.
For more information about financing options, contact Student Financial Services to discuss what may be available to you.
At the University of New England Online, we are committed to providing our students with the highest level of academic and personal support. Our online health sciences programs were created with the working professional in mind. We understand the unique challenges of adult students who are often juggling school, career, and family, which is why we offer a robust Student Academic Success Center (SASC) and high-touch academic advising. Learn more about Student Support and Resources.
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