College of Health Professions
ADMISSIONS
ADMISSION TO PACIFIC UNIVERSITY GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMSWe seek to admit students who demonstrate the needed skills to be successful in a rigorous academic environment. In selecting students for the graduate and professional programs, Pacific gives primary consideration to academic preparation and potential for successful study at the graduate level. Preparation is assessed by evaluating college transcript(s), prerequisite course work, professional recommendations, written essays, interviews and other information submitted by the applicant.
Applications may be obtained through the Office of Graduate and Professional Admissions by calling 503-352-2218 or 1-800-677-6712. Applications are also available online at www.pacificu.edu or www.pacificu.edu/admissions/onlineapps.html. Application deadlines and notification of admittance will vary. Refer to the appropriate program section of this catalog.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Enrollment in the graduate and professional programs is limited and admission is highly selective. In making admission decisions, Admission Committees review each application and consider many factors including:
- strength and breadth of academic record
- evidence of work (volunteer or paid) under the supervision of one or more professionals preferably in a variety of settings and including a broad diversity of therapeutic interventions
- strength of letters of evaluation
- essay responses
- content of application forms and the care with which they have been prepared
- extracurricular and community activities
Most graduate and professional programs require a personal interview. The interview is a contributing factor in the admission decision. It allows the selection committee to assess essential skills and traits, which may not be reflected in the application. Consideration is given to characteristics such as knowledge of the profession, motivation toward a career in the professional field, ability to think clearly and logically, and verbal expression of ideas.
Program specific admission requirements and application procedures are detailed within the individual program sections of this catalog.
TRANSFER STUDENT - ADMISSION AND APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Please refer to individual program sections in this catalog for transfer information or contact our Office of Graduate and Professional Admissions by calling
503-352-2218 or 1-800-677-6712.
The School of Dental Health Science will consider transfer students for admittance to advance standing only after careful review of all available information.
The School of Occupational Therapy does not accept transfer credit.
The School of Pharmacy - The block method of curriculum delivery, combined with the integrated nature of the curriculum, does not easily support integration of students from more traditional programs. Pacific University School of Pharmacy will consider transfer students for admittance to advance standing only after careful review of all available information. The School will evaluate students who wish
to transfer on a case by case basis, and will include a student interview. Student prerequisites, course descriptions and syllabi from the previous institution,
hours completed, transcripts, and other significant data will be used in making
a decision.
The School of Physical Therapy does not accept transfer credit.
The School of Physician Assistant Studies does not accept transfer credit.
The School of Professional Psychology - Post-baccalaureate work at the graduate level in psychology taken at an accredited university may be evaluated for transfer. An "A" grade must have been achieved and the course instructor and the Director of Academic Issues must determine that the content of the course (based on syllabus documentation) was appropriate through review of the Transfer of Credit Application. In no case will credit be given for previous work that has not been graded or formally evaluated. In cases of courses graded on a Pass/No Pass system, course performance will be carefully evaluated. For the clinical psychology program, a maximum of 21 credits may be transferred from other schools provided these were earned after award of a bachelors degree from an accredited program and within the four years immediately preceding admission to the School. Practicum and internship credits are not transferable.
For the counseling psychology program, the same procedures apply, except that a student may transfer in a maximum of
10 credits from other schools.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International Students are welcome to apply for any of our graduate or professional programs, however, programs may have varying requirements. Please refer to individual program sections in this
catalog or contact our Office of Graduate and Professional Admissions by calling 503-352-2218 or 1-800-677-6712.
CAMPUS VISITS
Most graduate and professional programs will require an interview prior to offering admission. This provides an opportunity for the prospective candidate to learn about Pacific. The Admissions office can also arrange for other visits.
READMISSION
To apply for readmission after an absence of one semester or more, a student must complete a brief Application for Readmission form, and submit official transcripts from all colleges attended during a student 's absence from Pacific to the Dean or Director of the applicable College or School.
