Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about admissions at
Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU). For more specific details, refer to the PHSU
Catalog or contact the Admissions Office.
PHSU offers a wide range of programs in medicine, public health, psychology, biomedical
sciences, nursing, and more, including undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral-level
programs. Find your program>>
Admissions requirements vary by program. General requirements include transcripts,
letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and any program-specific prerequisites.
Refer to the program pages for more details. Find your program>>
Application deadlines vary by program. Check the specific program pages or contact
the Admissions Office for exact dates.
Yes, applicants may apply to multiple programs, but each application requires a separate
submission and application fee.
Yes, the Admissions Office provides guidance throughout the application process. Contact
them for help with required documents, deadlines, and any other questions. Contact Admissions>>
International students must meet the same academic requirements as domestic students
and provide additional documentation, such as proof of English proficiency (TOEFL
scores), transcripts translated and evaluated by a NACES-accredited organization,
and appropriate visa documentation.
Yes, PHSU offers financial aid through federal loans, scholarships, and institutional
funds for the Puerto Rico and St. Louis locations. Private loans & scholarships are
available for applicable students at our BVI location. Visit the Financial Aid Office
for details on eligibility and application procedures. Learn More>>
Yes. Most of PHSU’s academic programs accept transfer of credits. To obtain specific
details about the transfer of credits policy by program visit the Academic Catalog.Learn More>>
Submit a formal request to the Admissions Office along with official transcripts and
course descriptions. Transcripts must be sent directly from the originating institution
to PHSU. Learn More>>
Yes, veteran students are eligible to transfer credits. They must follow the same
process as other students, including submitting official transcripts and course descriptions
for evaluation. Learn More>>
No, students dismissed for academic reasons cannot be readmitted to the same program.
Learn More>>
Readmission applies to students who withdrew and have been inactive for more than
a year.
Re-entry applies to students who withdrew and return to the same program within a
year.
Submit a readmission application to the Admissions Office and meet all current requirements.
Applications are reviewed by the Readmissions Ad Hoc Committee. Learn More>>