Academics

Muskingum University not only houses the #1 nursing program in the state, it also has several other health programs that students can focus their studies. These programs include:

Exercise Science

Exercise Science is the study of human movement during the stress of exercise involving components of biological, physical, and health sciences to explain acute and chronic adaptations like the effects on overall health parameters, pathologies, and its potential to reduce, or reverse, disease progression. Click here to learn more about the program.

Health Administration

The Health Administration major provides students with a foundation in business practices, communication skills, and a deep understanding of the policy issues required to succeed in the evolving world of the health and healthcare industries, along with knowledge and skills specific to administration in a healthcare setting. Click here to learn more about the program.

Health & Fitness

The Health & Fitness major will provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of human health. They will gain a strong foundation in the function of the human body along with a thorough understanding of the scientific principles of human performance. Click here to learn more about the program.

Neuroscience

Neuroscience is an interdisciplinary major which provides a broad-based education relating to brain function and creates a foundation for students to pursue clinical or research-focused careers. They will delve into understanding the relations between brain function, physiological events, subjective experiences, and behavior. Click here to learn more about the program.

Nursing

Our #1 ranked Nursing Program’s traditional pre-licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) degree will prepare students to become a nurse and make a difference within a career field that is growing faster than the average for all occupations. Muskingum University also has a 100% pass rate for first-time test takers on the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) five years in a row (2016 - 2020). Click here to learn more about the program.

Public Health

A Public Health Studies major provides students with a solid foundation in public health, a field that encompasses all organized community efforts aimed at the prevention of disease and the promotion of health. Students can explore the social determinants of health, health programming, and the underlying physiologic and molecular mechanisms of disease. Click here to learn more about the program.

Pre-Health Programs

Pre-Health Programs at Muskingum University provides students with the coursework, research opportunities, co- and extra-curricular activities, and the rigorous training required to gain admission to the health professional school of their choice and to succeed in these programs. Click here to learn about the 8 pre-health programs available.

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In addition to these health program majors, Muskingum University also has majors in several sciences. Click here to see a full list of all majors and minors offered at Muskingum University.

The best way to discover if Muskingum University is the place for you is by visiting campus! We offer several types of visits designed with you in mind, so you can experience everything Muskingum has to offer. Click here to schedule a campus visit.