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, 2025St. Louis Campus
Application Deadline: December 1, 2025Dental 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, 2026Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
Ponce and San Juan Campuses
Application Deadline: April 17, 2026St. Louis Campus
Application Deadline: May 29, 2026Doctor of Public Health with Specialty in Epidemiology (DrPH)
Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026Master of Public Health Online (PHO)
Application Deadline: February 20, 2026Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS)
Ponce, St. Louis and San Juan In-Person Program
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026Online & Remote Program
Spring Semester Deadline: December 15
Summer Semester Deadline: May 1
Fall Semester Deadline Remote: July 1
Fall Semester Deadline Online: August 22, 2025Master 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