Applications, Timelines & Deadlines

To help you plan your application journey, we’ve outlined key timelines and deadlines for our academic programs. Early preparation and submission are essential to secure your spot at PHSU. Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) is dedicated to ensuring a seamless admissions process for all applicants.

Application Periods

The application cycle for PHSU opens annually, with rolling admissions for most programs. However, early applications are encouraged as space may fill quickly. Each program at PHSU has unique deadlines to accommodate the application review process.

Program-Specific Deadlines

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Ponce and San Juan Campuses
Application Deadline: November 7, 2025
St. Louis Campus
Application Deadline: December 1, 2025

Dental Medicine Doctor (DMD)

Primary Application Deadline: December 15 (via AADSAS)

Secondary Application Deadline: December 30

Doctor of Medicine (MD) Ponce, PR & St. Louis, MO

Primary Application Deadline: December 30 (via AMCAS)

Secondary Application Deadline: January 31

Doctor of Medicine (MD) Tortola, BVI

Application Deadline: March 15, 2026

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Application Deadline: March 30, 2026

PhD in Clinical Psychology

Application Deadline: April 17, 2026

Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)

Ponce and San Juan Campuses
Application Deadline: April 17, 2026
St. Louis Campus
Application Deadline: May 29, 2026

Doctor of Public Health with Specialty in Epidemiology (DrPH)

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026

Master of Public Health (MPH)

Application Deadline: June 30, 2026

Master of Public Health Online (PHO)

Application Deadline: February 20, 2026

Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS)

Ponce, St. Louis and San Juan In-Person Program
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
Online & Remote Program

Spring Semester Deadline: December 15

Summer Semester Deadline: May 1

Fall Semester Deadline Remote: July 1

Fall Semester Deadline Online: August 22, 2025

Master of Science in School Psychology (MSSP)

Application Deadline: June 30, 2026

Postgraduate Certificate of Neurosciences of Learning & Professional Certificate in Family and Couples Therapy

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026

Last Updated 8/5/25