Distinctive Candidates

You've been identified as a Distinctive Candidate for Utica University. We'd think you'd be a great fit here at Utica!

What does this mean for you? It's a special opportunity to apply to Utica for one of our specialized programs in the Health Professions. As a Distinctive Candidate, your application is to be among the first considered for scholarships and for priority placement in the program of your choosing. It also means we've waived your application fee to make applying to Utica University even easier.

And you won’t spend months waiting to hear from us: You can expect a quick admissions decision within just two weeks.

Not interested in the Health programs? We have many additional programs for you here.

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Why Utica University?

One of the best higher education values in the country, according to College Factual
A 2019 College of Distinction for program quality and overall value
Small classes and individual attention from a personalized Care Team dedicated to your success
Incredible facilities, including Thurston Hall, our new Construction Management Building; the state-of-the-art Bvrenik Center for Business Education in downtown Utica; and the Todd and Jen Hutton Sports and Recreation Center, one of the largest open-air domes in the country. (And the growth continues with a new Inter-Cultural and Student Organization Center and a comprehensive expansion of the Gordon Science Center, set to break ground in summer 2020.)
More than 100 student clubs and organizations
25 Division III intercollegiate teams, club sports, and intramurals

A Quality, Private Education You Can Afford

A Utica education is an incredible value for students and families, with tuition and fees below $20,000—and that’s before financial aid. More than 95 percent of our students receive scholarships and/or grants to reduce their cost even further.

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Health Studies, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Great for those who are naturally caring, patient, and like working with people

The Occupational Therapy program offers direct entry to the graduate program, with Utica students passing the certification exam at 95% - 100% over the last 5 years.
Utica's Nursing laboratory features a fully equipped reproduction of a modern hospital with nursing station, bedside monitoring, respiration technology, and more.
Health Studies students choose from a variety of experiential learning opportunities with community organizations that help Utica graduates stand out in the job market.
Physical Therapy offers direct entry to the graduate program with Utica students passing the licensure exam at 100% and a 100% employment rate 6 months after licensure.

Psychology or Psychology-Child Life

For people interested in the complex connection between the brain and human behavior.

Psychology students choose from two degree options: the B.S. for students interested in research or clinical work, and the B.A. for students interested in education.
Psychology-Child Life focuses on children from birth to 18 months old, and prepares students for careers in social work and education. PCL students complete 40 hours of fieldwork.

Therapeutic Recreation or Wellness & Adventure Education

Perfect for those who like to stay active, and don't want a career that involves sitting behind a desk all day.

Utica's Therapeutic Recreation program is one of the few bachelor's programs in the country. Students participate in over 560 hours of internship experience.
Wellness & Adventure prepares students for a variety of careers in personal fitness, corporate wellness, or physical education.

Biology, Biochemistry, & Chemistry

For those interested in exploring life as the molecular level, and curious about all living things. Perfect for a variety of careers including research, education, and healthcare.

In the past 5 years, 23 Utica Biology students presented research at national conferences, and faculty published 14 research articles with 8 student co-authors.
Utica's Biochemistry program is cutting edge. Utica is 1 of 3 schools in the country to use cutting-edge, professional medicinal pharmaceutical software - the same used by industry leaders.
Utica's Chemistry program is certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS), and the major is designed to meet the needs of students whose principal interest is in chemistry, biochemistry, or medicine.

Dietetics and Nutrition

Great for those who want to help people live better, healthier lives by understanding how nutrients interact with the human body.

Dietetics & Nutrition students complete a one-year supervised practice or internship before taking the national certification exam to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.
Nutrition students and faculty joined the Food Recovery Network (FRN), the largest student movement fighting food waste and hunger in America in which surplus food is given to hunger fighting partner agencies.

Are you ready to take the next step?

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