Build your future in health professions

No matter where you are in your educational journey, our degree and certificate programs provide the skills and experiences needed in healthcare. Our student-centered approach is evident in classroom learning, clinical experiences, internships, research opportunities, and community outreach/volunteerism. Join us in creating an inclusive, healthy society.

Student opportunities

In the College of Health Professions, we offer undergraduate degrees, certificate programs and graduate degrees in a variety of disciplines. Our programs incorporate interactive classroom learning with research opportunities, clinical experiences and internships to prepare you to succeed in the health professions. Whether you want to provide health care to others or lead change within health care, we have the program for you. 

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Leaders in health education

  • Over 2,500 internship/clinical affiliations globally.
  • 1st Athletic Training major (initially Sports Medicine) in the United States.
  • 1st accredited Doctor of Audiology program in the United States.
  • Michigan’s only nationally accredited Environmental Health and Safety program.
  • Graduate programs are ranked by the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Graduate Schools:
    • Doctor of Audiology program ranked 1st in Michigan and 29th nationally.
    • Master of Health Administration program ranked 2nd in Michigan and 62nd nationally.
    • Speech-Language Pathology program ranked 3rd in Michigan and 74th nationally.
    • Doctor of Physical Therapy program ranked 4th in Michigan and 154th nationally.
    • Master of Public Health program ranked 5th in Michigan and 137th nationally.
  • Over 100 students and faculty presented findings at the Health Professions Research Symposium last year.
  • $1,822,299 in total research funding for the College in 2025-2026.
  • 5 Gold Awards for the "Exercise is Medicine" program from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
  • CHP partners with over 800 clinics, educational, social service, government, business, and other agencies around the world every year.

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Associate Dean Selected for CMU Health Professions Leadership Role

Associate Dean Selected for CMU Health Professions Leadership Role

The dean of The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions at CMU, has announced the selection of John J. Durocher as the college’s next associate dean.
Posted November 04, 2026
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New dean's advisory board unites alumni leaders

New dean's advisory board unites alumni leaders

The Herbert H. & Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions  recently launched inaugural Dean’s Alumni Advisory Board, bringing together alumni leaders and advocates to help shape the college’s future.
Posted October 13, 2026
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Reghan Haley finds confidence through study abroad

Reghan Haley finds confidence through study abroad

CMU kinesiology student Reghan Haley gained confidence through study abroad in Prague and Limerick and found her path toward a career in physical therapy.
Posted October 02, 2026
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