Before You Apply
Interested in becoming a Health Coach?
Please contact Christina Owen at csh-academics@umn.edu with any questions you might have! It is important to us that your program be a good fit for you.
Application Deadline
- February 1 is the priority deadline.
- March 15, 2021 is the final deadline for Fall semester admission. Late applications will not be considered.
Do I meet the requirements?
A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution. A minimum degree GPA of 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale).
Three required prerequisite courses completed with a GPA of 3.0 (B) or better must be completed prior to the start of the program.
- A basic course in Human Physiology.
- A basic course in General Psychology*.
- A course in Basic Statistics*, completed within the past seven years.
For a list of approved courses, please contact Christina in Student Services at csh-academics@umn.edu.
*Advanced Placement scores are accepted. Please see this website for a list of accepted scores.
Recommended Prerequisites
- Coursework in, or applied work experience with basic medical terminology.
- School or work/life experience with communication skills and human resources management.
- School or work demonstration of strong written communication skills.
The GRE is not required at this time.
What do I need for the application?
You will be asked to submit the following information with you application:
- Official/unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions (Unofficial copies are required at the time of application, but official copies will be required at the time of acceptance).
- Curriculum Vitae or resume.
- Three Professional or Academic Letters of Recommendation.
- Three to five page Personal Statement.
- Application Fee ($75 U.S. Permanent Resident - $95 International).
How else can I prepare?
Dates & Deadlines
Fall 2021 Deadlines
- February 1 is the priority deadline.
- March 15 is the final deadline.
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Contact Christina at csh-academics@umn.edu for more information.
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