Continue your education at Ashford University in Clinton, Iowa.
Founded in 1918, Ashford University has helped thousands of
students like you get ahead through higher education. You'll love
Ashford because it offers the following features:
Be part of an active student community that focuses on
leadership, athletics and community events. Residence halls
include study and entertainment lounges, recreation areas, and
single and double occupancy rooms to find your home away from
home. Become your best at Ashford University.
Ashford University is a regionally-accredited university that
offers one of the lowest program costs in the Midwest (high
quality education at a great value) offering over 25 programs.
With Ashford you get the personal attention you need with small
class sizes. The low student-to-teacher ratios make Ashford
University a community, not just a school. Rely on the proven
history of Ashford to provide a high quality educational
experience that's rich in tradition and heritage to help you
achieve your goals and be successful in today's workplace.
You'll be glad to know that you can now transfer up to 99
semester credits (148.5 quarter credits), including community
college credits, to put toward your degree at Ashford University.
You've spent a lot of time and money to earn the credits you
have, and at Ashford University, we give you credit for your
efforts. Request information to find out how your credits can be
transferred to your bachelor's degree at Ashford University.
Biology at the University is characterized by small classes with
plenty of opportunity to interact with the faculty to gain an
understanding of the world of living things. The curriculum
provides a strong liberal arts education in biology and gives
future professions the competence in biological science. The
university's success in generating biologists reflects its
commitment to undergraduate education and research. All seniors
complete an original research thesis before graduating. Despite
the rigors that a senior thesis can involve, many students find
that their senior thesis can open employment opportunities, and
have found jobs based on their experiences gained through the
project.
Clinical Cytotechnology - Bachelor of Science
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Clinical cytotechnology is the microscopic study of cells for
diagnostic purposes in health care. Using a microscope, a
cytotechnologist examines specimens obtained from body tissues to
determine if the cells are malignant or not, thereby assisting
physicians in detecting cancer in its earliest and potentially
most curable stage.
Clinical Laboratory Science - Bachelor of Science
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Clinical laboratory scientists perform laboratory tests in
clinical chemistry, hematology, immunohematology, immunology,
molecular pathology and/or clinical microbiology that generate
scientific data that aid in the diagnosis, treatment and
prognosis of disease. Clinical laboratory scientists/medical
technologists are highly skilled health team members who use a
battery of sophisticated procedures and instruments in their work
and who possess specialized knowledge and skills acquired through
completion of a formal program of academic and clinical study.
Heath Care Administration - Bachelor of Arts
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The Bachelor's in Health Care Administration is designed to meet
the learning needs of health care professionals and others in the
acquisition of foundational knowledge in health-related topics,
operations and applications. The health care administration
degree is characterized by an interdisciplinary and integrated
learning approach, reflecting the realities of the health care
system. Specific curriculum in health administration, regulation
and financing, health care planning, health policy and quality
monitoring is provided.
Health Care Administration Core - Bachelor of Applied Science
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The Bachelor of Applied Science offers holders of Associate of
Applied Science degrees the opportunity to pursue a four-year
degree with a focus in accounting, computers, computer graphic
design health care management, health and human services
management, or management without losing a large number of
credits in the transfer process. Accepting the AAS as evidence of
expertise in an applied science, the BAS degree adds breadth
through a liberal arts-based general education component and
depth through the chosen core. The BAS graduate is thus prepared
for greater career mobility and a more enriched life.
Health Science - Bachelor of Science
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The BS in Health Science is a 3-in-1 program that prepares
students for entry into post-baccalaureate professional training
programs in a health-related field. The curriculum centers around
biological, chemical, physical and social sciences that are
fundamental to the allied health profession. The program is
designed to fulfill requirements for admission into advanced
degree programs such as physical therapy. The university has
affiliation agreements with Clarke College. In their first three
years of study at the University, students complete a program of
study in biology and chemistry in addition to fulfilling general
education requirements for the baccalaureate degree. Students
complete their senior year in the Doctor of Physical Therapy
program at Clarke College. Students must gain admission to the
3+3 Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Clarke College before
this phase of the program can be completed. The degree will be
granted upon successful completion of a fourth year in an
articulated program, such as the 3+3 Doctor of Physical Therapy
program at Clarke College. When the student completes the Doctor
of Physical Therapy at Clarke College (projected in two
additional years), Clarke College confers the Doctorate.
Health Science Administration - Bachelor of Science
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The BS in Health Science Administration prepares students to seek
entry-level positions in a health related field or to gain
admission into a post-baccalaureate program in a health-related
field. The curriculum gives the individual a firm foundation in
essential biological, chemical, physical and social sciences, as
well as effective management skills that are fundamental to
administering allied health programs. Students are encouraged to
consult the admissions requirements of prospective graduate
schools when planning their undergraduate programs. Requirements
may vary somewhat among different schools and programs.
Natural Science - Bachelor of Science
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The BS in Natural Science offers students an opportunity to
tailor their education to their specific career goals within the
science area. It provides a basic background in biology and
chemistry that can then be expanded upon for students considering
health care or research professions.
Nuclear Medicine Technology - Bachelor of Science
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Nuclear medicine technology is the medical specialty program that
uses nuclear medicine instruments, sophisticated computers and
detectors for diagnostic, therapeutic and research purposes. The
nuclear medicine technologist diagnoses diseases by safely using
radioactive traces for diagnostics purposes and works
hand-in-hand with nuclear medicine physicians, health physicists,
radiopharmacists and radiochemists as an integral part of a
highly skilled team.
Accreditation
Ashford University is regionally accredited by the Higher
Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges
and Schools (http://ncahigherlearningcommission.org).
