Associate of Science in Healthcare Science
Ë®¹ûÅÉ's Associate of Science in Healthcare Science degree teaches students how to advocate for individuals and communities that are underserved or underinformed on issues related to health and wellness, health-system policies and health management.
Achieve More With A Healthcare Science Degree
Fast-Growing Profession
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in medical and health services is projected to grow 23% from 2023 to 2033, much faster than average for all occupations. The median annual salary for medical and health services managers in 2024 was $117,960.
Experiential Learning
You will not only benefit from experienced faculty members who have extensive experience in the business world, you’ll also get the opportunity to participate in learning opportunities in real business and/or healthcare settings through internships and cooperative experiences.
Internship Opportunities
Some of the organizations with which Alvernia healthcare majors have had internships include:
- Reading Health System
- Reading Health Dispensary
- Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
- St. Joseph Medical Center
- Chester County Hospital
Career Outlook
After earning your Associate of Science in Healthcare Science, you can pursue a variety of careers, including:
- Healthcare agencies
- Medical care settings
- Health counseling or advocacy
- Science and health writing
- Policy analysis
- Program development
Program Overview
- Application Instructions
- Complete your Application at alvernia.edu/apply or .
- Submit your transcripts.
- Complete your FAFSA.
- Submit a $300 enrollment deposit.
- Financing Your Education
There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about tuition, the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. Alvernia’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.
- Accreditation Statements
Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the . MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Get to Know Your Faculty
For more information about Alvernia’s Healthcare Science program contact the Admissions Office at 610-796-8269 or admissions@alvernia.edu. Or reach out directly to Healthcare Science Program Director Thomas Porrazzo, Ph.D., at 610-796-8311 or tom.porrazzo@alvernia.edu.
Recent News
Ë®¹ûÅÉ and Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences Renew Partnership to Expand Healthcare Education Pathways
Renewed agreement continues dual-enrollment pathways, degree opportunities and discounted bachelor’s completion options for RHSHS students
Alvernia adds four business leaders to Board of Trustees
Quartet with strong legacies of expertise, service and philanthropy join the university’s Board.
Alvernia holds annual Earth Day of Service, ramps up sustainability efforts
Students, leadership, faculty and staff help to beautify the area, part of the university’s continued push to advance sustainability.
