Program-required courses are taught through a combination of in-person and remote delivery. Remote learning may require meeting at a specific time or may not have a specific class time; all weekly interactions and assignments for remote courses are completed through a learning site.
Our General Health Science Concentration prepares you for a wide range of career paths in health-related fields or graduate programs, including in nursing, behavioral health, physical therapy, nutrition, medicine, and much more. You’ll acquire a broad base of knowledge and skills that will set you up for success no matter what you pursue after graduation.
We understand that the cost and value of your education is important to you. That’s why we’re committed to being one of the most affordable colleges in Vermont and why more than 80% of our students receive aid. We're here to help you fit this program into your unique financial picture. Contact this program's Admissions Counselor any time to discuss what types of financial aid are right for you.
Combined with scholarships and aid, a Vermont State education is within reach for students from all financial backgrounds. Speak with our Admissions Counselor to estimate what your true out-of-pocket costs might be for this program.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition for Health Science, B.S.
$10,344 Full Time Annual
$431 /credit
$20,688 Full Time Annual
$862 /credit
Total Mandatory Fees
Undergraduate (In-Person / In-Person Plus)
$1,608 Full Time Annual
$67 /credit
Housing and Food
Standard Housing
$8,104 Full Time Annual
Standard Food Plan
$5,244 Full Time Annual
For complete information on tuition and fees across all programs and locations, as well as indirect costs of attendance, visit the complete tuition and fees page.
Digital Literacy and Computing general education course
3 cr
Select one:
AHS 1310
Explorations in Health and Exercise Professions
2 cr
SCI 1001
Science Colloquium I
1 cr
SCI 1230
Pathways to Science
1 cr
Select one:
PSY 1010
Introduction to Psychology
3 cr
PSY 2070
Lifespan Developmental Psychology
3 cr
Fall
AHS 2010
Current Health Issues
3 cr
BIO 1121
Biology I
4 cr
CHE 1031
General Chemistry I
4 cr
MAT 2021
Statistics I
3 cr
GED XXXX
Humanistic Perspective general education course
3 cr
Spring
AHS 2065
Nutrition in Health & Performance
3 cr
AHS 2410
Foundations of Research
3 cr
CNX 2020
Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum
3 cr
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Fall
PHY 1051
Physics I
4 cr
GED XXXX
General education elective
3 cr
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Spring
CNX 3010
Culminating Connections Seminar 3
1 cr
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Fall
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Spring
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Select one:
AHS 4810
Internship in Health Science
1-3 cr
AHS 4911
Health Science Research Project
1-3 cr
Why Study General Health Science at Vermont State
Hands-On Learning: We offer numerous internship and research opportunities, allowing you to work closely with experienced health professionals in real-world settings.
Numerous Career Paths: With a degree in Health Science, you’ll be prepared for a variety of career options, including physical therapy, personal training, and nutrition counseling, just to name a few.
Small Classes: You’ll work closely with supportive professors and experienced practitioners who will help you develop your knowledge, skills, and confidence.
What You’ll Learn
You’ll study basic biology, physics, and psychology. You’ll gain a deep understanding of anatomy and physiology, as well as human growth and development. You’ll have ample opportunity to take specialized classes on a wide variety of health-related topics.
You’ll find internship and research opportunities locally, regionally, and nationally and will have access to a wide network of alumni who can help guide you.
“The professors know who you are, even in big lecture classes like anatomy or chemistry. That connection really made me not want to disappoint them and try that much harder to do well in their classes.”
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