Integrated Health Sciences Program
Your flexible path to a future in health care
The bachelor of science degree in integrated health sciences prepares you for a future in health care. You’ll study health and wellness from all angles – anatomy, genetics, nutrition, statistics, the humanities, and more – while having the freedom and flexibility to dig deep into your unique interests.
A bold new approach to health education
Iowa State’s innovative new degree in integrated health sciences will prepare students for health care professions through a unique blend of coursework. The program is the first undergraduate degree in Iowa to offer a fully integrated, interdisciplinary approach to health sciences with courses in science, data science, and the humanities.
Research and internship opportunities
In addition to coursework, students in the Integrated Health Sciences (IHS) Program have opportunities to work with any of the 40 faculty members in each focus area. The research experience will prepare you well for jobs, graduate school or professional schools.
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New degree addresses demand for health care professionals
A new degree at Iowa State University in integrated health sciences will prepare students for health care professions. This degree will offer a fully integrated, interdisciplinary approach to health sciences through a powerful mix of courses in science, data science, and the humanities.