College of Public Health and Health Professions

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Established in 1958 as the first college of health professions in the United States, the College of Public Health and Health Professions focuses on the integration of public health problem-solving and individual patient care. To do this, the college fosters collaborations among public health and the health professions in education, research and service.

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Established
1958 as the first college of health professions in the United States; renamed Public Health and Health Professions in 2003

 

Location
Health Professions/Nursing/Pharmacy Complex (HPNP)
1225 Center Drive
Gainesville, FL 32610
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Rankings
Highly ranked programs throughout the college.

 

Accredited
The college is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. In addition, all clinical programs are accredited by the appropriate national organization.

 

Degrees
Bachelor of Health Science degree with majors in health science, public health and communication sciences and disorders. Health science specializations include general health science, preprofessional, pre-occupational therapy, and pre-physical therapy.

 

Academic Advising
Make an appointment with an academic advisor at 352.273.6400, option 1.
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Libraries
In addition to the university’s other libraries, students access the Health Science Center Libraries, one of the largest biomedical library systems in the country.
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Internships and Career Guidance
College academic advisors and the UF Career Resource Center are available to help with career planning. Shadowing healthcare providers is also encouraged.
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Major	Admission GPA Minimum	Degree Awarded	Minor
Health Science Specializations Preprofessional Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Physical Therapy	3.0 tracking GPA and 3.0 overall GPA	Bachelor of Health Science	Yes
Communication Sciences and Disorders	2.7 tracking GPA and 2.7 overall GPA
Public Health	3.0 tracking GPA and 3.0 overall GPA	Bachelor of Public Health	Yes

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Contact

HPNP Complex
101 South Newell Drive
352.273.6214

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Academic Advising
G-205 HPNP Complex
352.273.6400, ext. 1

Mailing Address
P.O. Box 100185
Health Science Center, University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 32610-0185

Helpful Links

• College Website
• Combined Degrees
• Computer Requirement
• Dean's List
• Student Organizations
  • PHHP College Council (HPCC)
  • Health Science Student Organization (HSSO)
  • L.E.A.P. Mentorship Program
  • Most disciplines also have student associations affiliated with their national organizations, including:
    • Student Occupational Therapy Association
    • Student Physical Therapy Assembly
    • Pre-Physician Assistant Association
      
    • American Academy of Physician Assistants Student Academy
    • American Medical Association Pre-Medical Student Chapter
    • National Rehabilitation Association
    • American Student Dental Association
    • Public Health Student Association
    • National Student Speech, Language and Hearing Association

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