Program Articulation Agreements

The Pre-Physical Therapy Program at HPU begins with a solid grounding in core science classes as students work towards a degree in Biology - Human Health Sciences. As students enter their Junior year at HPU, they have three pathway choices into Physical Therapy.

4+2 PROGRAM AT HAWAII PACIFIC UNIVERSITY

We are thrilled to partner with HPU’s brand new Doctor of Physical Therapy program, the first of its kind in the state of Hawaii.  HPU current students and alumni are guaranteed an interview through the HPU ‘Ohana Prioritized Application Process.  Any current student who has achieved 90 undergraduate credits towards their bachelor’s degree, HPU Graduate students, and HPU alumni who have fully completed their application file and meet the minimum program requirements qualify!
 

More information about HPU’s new DPT program can be found on HPU’s website. 

 https://www.hpu.edu/chs/dpt/index.html

3+3 Program at Carroll University

This 3+3 program is a great option for students who wish to proceed directly into the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program after three years at HPU. Carroll University will offer HPU students preferred admission into their program, providing that students have completed all the program pre-requisites with at least 30 semester credits taken at HPU. Applications must have a cumulative and science GPA of at least 3.0 (out of 4.0), submit all application materials to Carroll University by the first priority deadline (approximately Mid-January of Junior year) and obtain a Committee Letter from the Hawaii Pacific University Pre-Health Professions Committee.

In order to obtain a B.S in Biology - Human Health Sciences after the completion of the first year of the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Carroll University, the student must transfer back the credits obtained and petition to graduate. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that he/she completes all the necessary courses required at HPU in order to qualify for this degree plan. (Three Year Plan for Articulation Agreements)

[See here for specific pre-requisites for Carroll University Doctor of Physical Therapy]

Reserved Seats at Creighton University

The Physical Therapy School at Creighton University will reserve seats for up to five HPU students each year who graduate with a B.S. in Biology - Human Health Sciences, have maintained a GPA of 3.5 (out of 4.0) or greater, and scored at least 300 on the GRE (combined quantitative and verbal.) Students are required to apply to Creighton University through PTCAS, complete a minimum of 60 hours of observation with a physical therapist, successfully complete the PT program admission interview requirements, and submit at least three excellent letters of recommendation.

[See here for specific pre-requisites for Creighton University Doctor of Physical Therapy]

HPU offers four different 3 opportunities for students interested in Pharmacy. All pathways offer students the option of proceeding directly into a Doctor of Pharmacy Program after three years at HPU. A B.S. in Biology - Human Health Sciences will be awarded after the successful completion of Year One in the Doctor of Pharmacy program. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that he/she completes all the necessary courses required at HPU in order to qualify for this degree plan. ( Three Year Plan for Articulation Agreements)

3+3 at Pacific university, oregon

Pacific University's Bridge Program is open to HPU students who have completed at least 60 credit hours and attained an overall 3.0+ GPA and C+ or better in all core science courses. Interested in students should work with their faculty advisor early on to plan their application and transfer to Pacific University.

 3+4 at University of Hawaii, Hilo

The Daniel K Inouye College of Pharmacy at UH Hilo will welcome HPU students who have maintained a GPA of at least 3.2 (out of 4), achieved a 60 on the PCAT and have a successful interview with the College of Pharmacy admissions team. A minimum of a "C" grade is required for all program pre-requisite courses, and students must follow the "Three Year Plan for Articulation Agreements" in order to be eligible to receive their BS from Hawaii Pacific University after transferring to the Doctor of Pharmacy Program.

3+3 at Creighton University

Students entering the Doctor of Pharmacy Program at Creighton University must follow the “Three Year Plan for Articulation Agreements” and accumulate at least 90 semester hours of credit by the spring before enrollment at Creighton University. Participants need to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 (out of 4.0) and achieve a PCAT score of at least 60. Students will apply to the program via PharmCAS no later than November 1st of the academic year prior to enrollment (Junior Year).

[ See here for specific pre-requisites for Creighton University Doctor of Pharmacy]

3+3 at University of the Pacific

The Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences at University of the Pacific will welcome HPU students who have completed at least 90 semester hour credits (at least 75 of which were completed at HPU), have a minimum GPA of 3.5, and completed all the necessary prerequisites, including a full year of General Biology, General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry. Students will apply via PharmCAS.

[ See here for specific pre-requisites for University of the Pacific Doctor of Pharmacy]

HPU and the University of Southern California Health Sciences, College of Chiropractic have partnered to offer students interested in a career as a Chiropractic Doctor a 3+3 direct entry program.

Southern California University of Health Sciences College of Chiropractic will offer HPU students preferred admission into their program and guarantee the acceptance of up to five HPU students each year. Applicants must have completed all the program (at least credits must be taken at HPU), and have a cumulative and science GPA of at least 3.0 (out of 4.0). Students are required to submit all application materials directly to Southern California University of Health Sciences. Note that the application fee will be waived for HPU students.

In order to obtain a B.S in Biology - Human Health Sciences after the completion of the first year of the Doctor of Chiropractic Program at Southern California University of Health Sciences, the student must transfer back the credits obtained and petition to graduate. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that he/she completes all the necessary courses required at HPU in order to qualify for this degree plan. (Three Year Plan for Articulation Agreements)

[See here for specific pre-requisites for the Doctor of Chiropractic at Southern California University of Health Sciences]