School of Health Sciences

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About Us

Origin

We are home to some of the most popular programs at USD. In 2007, we became the School of Health Sciences, previously a division of the Sanford School of Medicine.  

Extraordinary Education

The hallmark of our programs is academic excellence. Our students routinely exceed the national average on their board certification exams. Clinical setting experiences, prepares our students for employment in their chosen profession. Our low student to faculty ratios translate into a supportive educational environment.  

Strong Partnerships

Your prospects in your profession are greatly enhanced by the relationships we've forged with our partners.

Our partners include, but are not limited to:

  • Vermillion Sanford
  • Avera Health
  • Good Samaritan Society       
  • Sanford Health  
State-of-the-Art

Our programs offer state-of-the-art classroom and laboratory technology in the Andrew E. Lee Memorial Medicine and Science Building. The design of the facility provides space for interdisciplinary learning in teams.  

Beyond the Classroom

Our programs offer strong academics by providing real-world settings to apply what you've learned in the classroom.

Dean's Welcome

kaatz, brian "Explore our many first-rate programs. All of them will provide you the educational tools you need for success in your career."

-Brian Kaatz, Pharm.D.
Dean and Professor