Susquehanna has established cooperative programs with several universities to expand opportunities for Susquehanna students. These programs allow interested students to pursue a special combination of liberal arts and professional studies. Cooperative candidates typically study in Susquehanna’s liberal arts programs for two to three years. They then transfer to a more specialized university to earn a professional degree.
Harrisburg University School of Science and Technology: Physical Therapy Program
An agreement with Harrisburg University reserves five seats in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program for eligible Susquehanna University students. To be eligible, students must graduate with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on the 4.0 scale), complete HU’s DPT admissions application once they earn at least 90 credits at SU, fulfill HU prerequisite course requirements, and intend on enrolling at HU within 2 years of SU graduation. HU DPT program requirements include Anatomy and Physiology, upper-level biology classes (choices of cellular, molecular, neuro, microbiology and exercise physiology as described in the agreement), chemistry (options of general chemistry and biochemistry) and physics (with options stated in the agreement).
Engineering Joint Program with Columbia University, Washington University in St. Louis and Case Western University
Students spend three years at Susquehanna, taking a meticulously structured program of Susquehanna distributional requirements, courses for a major program in chemistry, computer science, mathematics or physics, and pre-engineering foundation courses prescribed by the specific joint university.
For Columbia University, students must earn a pre-engineering GPA of 3.30 or higher, as calculated by Columbia University. Additionally, the minimum grade for each pre-engineering science or math course must be a B (3.0) or better on the first attempt.
For Washington University in St. Louis, students must earn an overall and pre-engineering GPA of 3.25 or higher, as calculated by Washington University.
For Case Western University, students must earn an overall and pre-engineering GPA of 3.0 or higher, as calculated by Case Western University.
Approved candidates enroll at the partner university for two years, earning both a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, computer science, mathematics or physics from Susquehanna and an engineering degree from the respective partner university. For more information, contact Professor of Physics Samya Zain.
Joint Degree programs are:
Chemistry 3+2 Pre-Engineering (Bachelor of Arts)
Computer Science 3+2 Pre-Engineering (Bachelor of Science)
Mathematics 3+2 Pre-Engineering (Bachelor of Arts)
Physics 3+2 Pre-Engineering (Bachelor of Science)
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) Early Acceptance Programs
High school students as well as first- and second-year Susquehanna University students (with fewer than 60 college credits total) may apply to LECOM’s Early Acceptance Program through LECOM’s Early Acceptance Program (EAP) portal. After screening, selected students will be offered an interview by LECOM. If successful they will be given provisional acceptance to the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program. LECOM will guarantee 5 EAP seats annually to the DO and DMD programs for qualifying students. Seats for dental school will be available only at the LECOM Bradenton, FL dental school. Seats in the Pharmacy program will be available at the Lake Erie Campus or the Bradenton, FL campus. LECOM will guarantee 2 EAP seats for provisionally accepted students in the DPM program.
Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM)
Susquehanna students who meet the defined academic and admissions criteria are guaranteed an interview for admission into Meritus’ Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program (at MSOM in Hagerstown, Maryland). To be eligible for the program, students must: 1) be currently enrolled at or have graduated within the last two years from SU at the time of application; 2) have an overall and science GPA of 3.3 or higher at the time of application; 3) earn a minimum MCAT score of 500 within the last three years; 4) submit a strong letter of recommendation from SU’s pre-medical advisor on institution letterhead; 5) successfully complete or be on track to complete all MSOM prerequisite coursework as published in the MSOM catalog and website prior to the start of the academic year of application; 6) be in good academic, professional, disciplinary standing at the Partner Institution; 7) be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident of the United States.
Northeast College of Health Sciences: Chiropractic Program
Susquehanna students are guaranteed admission to the chiropractic program if they fulfill prerequisite courses and admission requirements. Successful applicants will enter into a 3-year Chiropractic program after completing their undergraduate studies (a 4 + 3 year trajectory). While at Susquehanna, students must complete the equivalent of 3 academic years of undergraduate studies (90 semester hours) and maintain a GPA minimum of 3.0 (on the 4.0 scale).
Pharmacy Joint Program with Duquesne University and Temple University
Students spend three years at Susquehanna, taking a meticulously structured program of Susquehanna Central Curriculum requirements, courses for a major program in chemistry or biochemistry, and prepharmacy foundation courses prescribed by the specific joint university.
For Duquesne University, students will complete a three-year undergraduate Pre-Pharmacy curriculum at Susquehanna University, 110-116 semester hours towards the graduation requirements for either the chemistry or biochemistry major, including all central curriculum requirements, earn a minimum grade of “C” in all Susquehanna University undergraduate courses, and maintain a minimum overall GPA of 2.50 or better in all Susquehanna University undergraduate courses.
For Temple University, students will complete a minimum of 112 semester hours towards the graduation requirements for the biochemistry major, including all central curriculum requirements and the necessary additional prerequisite courses, within the three years immediately preceding matriculation at Temple. In addition, students will earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 and a minimum GPA of 3.0 in all math and science courses and earn a minimum grade of a “C” in courses considered for transfer into the PharmD Program.
Approved candidates enroll at the joint university for four years, earning both a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biochemistry from Susquehanna and Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the joint university. Select coursework from the first year at the joint university will transfer back to Susquehanna University, and students will complete their bachelor’s degree requirements at the end of that year (residency waivers will be approved upon submission to the Residency Waiver Committee). Students will not satisfy the requirements of their Susquehanna bachelor’s degree until the additional courses from the joint university are completed. For more information, contact Professor of Chemistry Swarna Basu.
Salus University Audiology, Optometry, and Occupational Therapy Programs
Salus University will reserve 3 seats in each incoming class for successful Susquehanna University students in the programs below. Students will complete 4 years at Susquehanna University earning their bachelor’s degree before matriculating into a Salus University program.
Doctor of Audiology (AuD) 4+4 program: Students must maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA at Susquehanna University including required pre-requisite courses.
Doctor of Optometry (OD) 4+4 program: Students must maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA at Susquehanna University including required pre-requisite courses.
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) 4+2 program: Students must maintain a 3.25 average or higher including required pre-requisite courses.
Villanova Second Degree Accelerated BSN Program
Villanova School of Nursing will accept up to 5 qualified Susquehanna students to its Second Degree Accelerated BSN track each year. To be eligible, students must have successfully completed all undergraduate prerequisite courses with a C or higher, earned a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (on the 4.0 grading system), and successfully completed their third year at Susquehanna. The Second Degree Program offers 14-month (BSNExpress) and a 23-month (BSNFlex) options.
ROTC
The Army’s Reserve Officer Training Corps program prepares college graduates for entry-level positions within the United States Army. Many graduates serve for extended periods on active duty with the regular Army; others pursue civilian careers while serving part time in the Army Reserve or the National Guard. ROTC students are eligible for an academic stipend and scholarship assistance. Susquehanna participates in the ROTC program based at Bucknell University. Further information is available by contacting the Department of Military Science at Bucknell University at 570-577-1013.