Interprofessional Health Sciences
The Bachelor of Science in Interprofessional Health Sciences (B.S. in IPHS) is a new undergraduate degree major at Seton Hall University. This innovative program has been carefully designed to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the 21st century. Located in the Interprofessional Health Sciences and Health Administration Department, along with the Ph.D. in Health Sciences and Master of Healthcare Administration programs, the program offers three distinctive yet versatile concentrations:
- Health Sciences Administration and Management
- Exercise Science
- Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences Marketing
This degree will provide a flexible course of study that enables you to gain a broad-based understanding of the healthcare field and a holistic understanding of health issues and challenges. Majoring in Interprofessional Health Sciences prepares you for meaningful roles in the rapidly evolving and complex world of healthcare.
We also offer a 3+2 program – B.S. in IPHS (Exercise Science track) plus M.S. in Athletic Training.
Read more about this new program.
Informational Webinars
Learn more about the new program at an upcoming webinar!
Current Seton Hall students can choose from the following dates:
- Wednesday, July 13 at 7 p.m.
- Wednesday, August 10 at 7 p.m.
- Current Seton Hall students register here >>
Prospective students can choose from the following dates:
- Thursday, June 23 5:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, August 10 5:30 p.m.
- Prospective students register here >>
If you would like more information, but cannot attend any of these sessions, please contact Interim Program Director Nina Capone Singleton, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BCS-CL at nina.capone@shu.edu.
By the Numbers
- 4 Year Degree to Enter the Healthcare Workforce
- 27 Elective Credits to Enrich Your Major
- 16% Employment Growth in Healthcare Jobs, 2020-30*
- 3 Cutting-Edge Concentrations to Choose From

"The Interprofessional Health Sciences undergraduate program provides students with a strong foundation in the broad and complex subject of health in our world today. We offer three distinctive concentrations within which students can distinguish themselves. They will supplement their concentration courses with a rich set of 27 electives from the larger University curriculum. Each program feature is designed to make students well-rounded and career-ready."
Nina Capone Singleton, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BCS – CLInterim Program Director and Associate Professor, Department of Speech-Language Pathology
Curriculum
All students who choose IPHS as a major will take a core set of 6 courses (16 credits) alongside their 36 credits of concentration courses. In addition, there are 27 credits of electives that can be used toward developing a minor course of study, a semester abroad or to take their pre-medical study program.
University Core (16 credits)
SHMS college Core (23 credits)
IPHS program Core (18 credits)
Concentration (36 credits)
Electives (27 credits)
* https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/home.htm
Undergraduate Catalogue
Academic Calendar
Course Exam Schedules
Core Curriculum
Careers in Health Sciences
Students who pursue this degree have a wide array of careers, such as:
- Athletic Director
- Brand Management
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
- Corporate Wellness Coordinator
- Health Compliance Officer
- Health Educator
- Hospital Administration
- Hospital Quality Assurance
- Medical and Health Service Management
- Patient Advocate
- Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
- Public Health Administrator
- Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- Wellness Program Manager

Faculty Listing
The faculty in our internationally recognized research and teaching programs are committed to guiding students to success. Seton Hall is a Catholic University where great thinkers do more than think. They teach.
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Acting Chair and Professor, Department of Interprofessional Health Sciences and Health Administration and Director of the Seton Center for Community and Population Health
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Interim Program Director, Bachelor of Science in Interprofessional Health Sciences and Associate Professor, Speech-Language Pathology
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Experience Seton Hall
As one of the country's leading Catholic universities, Seton Hall has been developing students in mind, heart and spirit since 1856. Home to nearly 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students, Seton Hall is a place that nurtures compassionate leaders who are prepared to make a difference in the world.
Seton Hall offers all the advantages of a large research university -a national reputation; challenging academic programs; notable alumni; state-of-the-art facilities; renowned faculty; and extensive opportunities for internships, research and scholarship — with all the benefits of a small, supportive and nurturing environment.
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Contact Us
- Nina Capone Singleton, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BCS-CL
Interim Program Director - nina.capone@shu.edu