College of Health Professions

Wichita State's College of Health Professions combines quality, accredited degrees with unparalleled access to applied learning in Kansas' health care hub.

Innovative education that leads to high-demand career opportunities

From exclusive programs and the latest technology to virtually limitless access to industry experts, hands-on experience and jobs—your high-paying, high-demand career in health care starts here.

Our exceptional industry partnerships give you many opportunities to make connections and work beside some of the best professionals in their fields through clinical rotations and community outreach.

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A comprehensive health care education

As a Wichita State health professions student, you’ll have access to the widest range of quality, accredited degree programs—some not found anywhere else in Kansas.

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Advising

The CHP Academic Advising Office provides a personalized pathway to navigate your educational experience. CHP Advisors will also help you choose a path to reach your career goals.

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Wichita State Scholarships and Financial Aid

The College of Health Professions awards more than 90 CHP scholarships and fellowships each year. In addition, CHP students have access to general scholarships—including freshmen merit scholarships and other forms of financial aid.

Departments and Programs

From patient-serving clinics to cutting edge facilities and laboratories, the College of Health Professions can launch your career in the health care industry.

Advanced Education in General Dentistry Communication Sciences and Disorders Dental Hygiene Medical Laboratory Sciences Physical Therapy Physician Assistant Public Health Sciences School of Nursing Scientific Foundations Division

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Changing lives through community service

The College of Health Professions is committed to improving the health of our communities. As a CHP student, you'll gain experience while providing health care services to underserved populations throughout your academic career. WSU features three patient-serving clinics and conducts outreach activities year-round like health fairs and screenings.

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College of Health Professions begins expansion of robotic-based clinical simulation technology

The College of Health Professions (CHP) has initiated a major expansion to its clinical simulation capabilities. Students across the CHP’s clinical degree programs will have increased exposure to high-tech robotic simulated patients in preparation for treating humans.

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College of Health Professions creates Scientific Foundations Division

The College of Health Professions has reorganized its general health science courses into the Scientific Foundations Division. The restructuring is designed to better prepare students for upper division clinical classes and graduate programs. The division will increase the coordination of instruction across the Scientific Foundations Division courses and will provide a new focus on simulation modeling with robotic technology.

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Wichita State and Kansas State Pathway to Nursing Program

WSU and K-State have launched the Pathway to Nursing Program, a unique collaboration that will give students the opportunity to earn both a Bachelor of Science degree from K-State, and a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from WSU. The program and facilities were approved by the Kansas Board of Nursing and the first cohort will begin in fall 2022.

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