Tragedy helps spark graduate student’s passion to help
Central Michigan University's public health program gave one student the opportunity to help people in poverty access health care.
The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions
Student-focused learning community
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.
Proven health education leadership
- 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.
- $792,283 in total research funding for the College in 2023-2024.
- 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.
Carls Center for Clinical Care and Education
The premier specialty rehabilitation center in Mid-Michigan, pooling together the talents of exceptional clinicians, faculty, and students.
Mobile Health Central
We do healthcare on-the-go. Mobile Health Central is our traveling clinic and preventive health education center.
Health Professions Residential College
Live and learn with fellow students bound for similar careers in the Health Professions Residential College.
Institute for Health and Business Insight
A not-for-profit consulting group that uses data and advanced analytics to solve business problems.
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USDA grant powers groundbreaking AR/VR dual enrollment program at CMU
Central Michigan University is taking dual enrollment to the next level with the launch of an innovative science course that uses immersive virtual reality to teach anatomy and physiology to high school students.
Spring commencement to feature student, alumni speakers
Spring commencement ceremonies will feature speakers from the graduating class of 2025 and accomplished alumni who are returning to campus to share their stories, advice, and congratulations.
