Apply to Health Sciences & Wellness Programs

Applicants are encouraged to explore the available programs linked from the list below. Program options and career information, employment opportunities, and the technical standards in related professions may be important in refining interests and clarifying the best program pathway for every student.


Students may apply for multiple programs at the same time within this form. However, students should review the requirements for entry into each program prior to completing the application.

About the Application Process:

Apply to 51ÊÓÆµ

All limited-entry program applicants must have a current application on file at 51ÊÓÆµ. This means applicants are either attending 51ÊÓÆµ currently or have applied to attend an upcoming semester.

Applicants who are not currently attending 51ÊÓÆµ must Apply to 51ÊÓÆµ prior to completing the Health Sciences & Wellness Programs Application. This will assign the 51ÊÓÆµ Student ID number and provide access to submit official transcripts from any previous college attendance. The official transcripts are required in order to award credit for coursework from institutions other than 51ÊÓÆµ.

Application Guidance

The HSW Programs Application offers a SAVE option and can be completed in one or several sessions. This allows all applicants to gather required information and ensure their application is complete when submitted. The limited-entry programs have application requirements that may vary slightly.

Applicants are encouraged to review the application expectations for the programs of interest in the list below:

Thank you for your interest in 51ÊÓÆµâ€™s Health Sciences & Wellness programs. The timeline for application submission and processing is outlined below.

  • Jan. 5, 2026 applications open @ 8 a.m.
  • Feb. 6, 2026 applications will close at 11:59 p.m.
  • Mar. 9, 2026 application scores will be finalized by the HSW team
  • Mar. 13, 2026 letters will be sent to students from the HSW team, to the email address provided in the application
  • Mar. 27, 2026 confirmation of acceptance or declination must be submitted using the link provided in the letter 
  • Apr. 3, 2026 accepted students will hear from their Program Director with further directions

Confirmation that your application has been successfully submitted will come to you upon successful completion from the application link.  For any questions, please contact hswFREELARAMIE and allow up to three business days for a response.

Essay Questions

Some programs require original responses to five essay questions. You will be required to answer these questions one time only, and only if they pertain to your programs of interest. The questions are listed below in order to help you prepare clear and concise responses to each question. Your responses will be limited to 1,000 characters, or approximately 170 words.

  • Why do you want to pursue a career in healthcare, and what personal or professional experiences have influenced your decision?

  • Healthcare requires attention to detail and excellent communication skills with both patients and healthcare professionals. Can you describe a time when you successfully managed a situation requiring these skills?

  • How do you think allied health professionals contribute to the overall healthcare experience for patients? What qualities do you think are most important in providing patient-centered care?

  • Balancing the demands of a rigorous academic program with personal life can be challenging. How do you plan to manage your time and responsibilities to succeed in this program?

  • Healthcare professionals often face ethical dilemmas. Describe a scenario where you faced a difficult decision and explain how you handled it. How would you apply that experience to a situation in a medical facility?