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: July 17 for Fall SemesterSt. Louis Campus
Application Deadline: July 17 for Fall SemesterDental 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: Reopens July 1
PhD in Biomedical Sciences
Application Deadline: Reopens July 1
PhD in Clinical Psychology
Application Deadline: Reopens July 1Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
Ponce and San Juan Campuses
Application Deadline: Reopens July 1St. Louis Campus
Application Deadline: Reopens July 1Doctor of Public Health with Specialty in Epidemiology (DrPH)
Application Deadline: Reopens July 1
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026Master of Public Health Online (PHO)
Application Deadline: May 31, 2026Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS)
Ponce, St. Louis and San Juan In-Person Program
Application Deadline: Reopens July 1Online & Remote Program
Summer Semester Deadline Online: Reopens July 1Fall Semester Deadline Remote: Reopens July 1
Fall Semester Deadline Online: August 24, 2026
Spring Semester Deadline: December 15, 2026
Master of Science in School Psychology (MSSP)
Application Deadline: Reopens July 1
Postgraduate Certificate of Neurosciences of Learning & Professional Certificate in Family and Couples Therapy
Application Deadline Ponce: July 31, 2026
Application Deadline CNSL Online: May 25, 2026