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 August 3
PhD in Biomedical Sciences
Application Deadline: Reopens August 3
PhD in Clinical Psychology
Application Deadline: Reopens August 3Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
Ponce and San Juan Campuses
Application Deadline: Reopens August 3St. Louis Campus
Application Deadline: December 1, 2026Doctor of Public Health with Specialty in Epidemiology (DrPH)
Application Deadline: July 17, 2026
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Application Deadline: July 17, 2026Master of Public Health Online (PHO)
Application Deadline: July 17, 2026Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS)
Ponce, St. Louis and San Juan In-Person Program
Application Deadline: Reopens August 3Online & Remote Program
Fall Semester Deadline Online:August 8, 2026
Spring Semester Deadline: December 1, 2026Summer Semester Deadline Online: May 1, 2027
Fall Semester Deadline Remote: Reopens August 3
Master of Science in School Psychology (MSSP)
Application Deadline: July 17, 2026
Postgraduate Certificate of Neurosciences of Learning & Professional Certificate in Family and Couples Therapy
Application Deadline Ponce: July 31, 2026
Application Deadline CNSL: July 31, 2026