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Advance Your Career in Healthcare

Samuel Merritt University and Chaminade University are partnering to expand access to career pathways in health sciences programs. Through this collaboration, eligible Chaminade health sciences students and graduates benefit from priority consideration, guaranteed interview opportunities, and financial support—creating a clear pathway to advancement in today's evolving healthcare workforce.

How It Works

Work closely with a Samuel Merritt admissions concierge for clear guidance, steady support, and the confidence to move toward a rewarding healthcare career.

Depending on the program and eligibility criteria, Chaminade students or grads may receive direct entry, a guaranteed interview, or priority consideration, as outlined in the agreement.

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Program Information

Reserved Seats Available:

Master of Health Administration (MHA) — 10 reserved seats with priority consideration
Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) — 6 reserved seats with priority consideration
Master of Biomedical Sciences (MBS) — 10 reserved seats with priority consideration
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) — 4 reserved seats; qualified applicants beyond the seat cap receive guaranteed interviews
Additional qualified students beyond the reserved seats receive guaranteed interviews for the remaining cohort space.

Guaranteed Interview Agreements:

Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

Additional Consideration:

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Tuition & Application Benefits

Application fees waived for most programs.

Need Help from Chaminade?

Current Chaminade students may also contact Amber Caracol, Assistant Provost at Chaminade University, for questions about the partnership or preparing for the application process. Visit chaminade.edu/undergrad-research to learn more.

“The faculty are very supportive and have great personalities! The cohort loves the faculty! They bring great energy and want to see us win! They often provide us with feedback and multiple opportunities to improve our skills and knowledge. It’s not just us completing assignments and receiving a grade. If we need to improve, they will let us know and provide the appropriate support.

They’re open books when it comes to sharing their experiences practicing as an OT and can provide advice on how to approach and navigate different healthcare situations and settings.”

Kelli King OTD ’27

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