About Health Science
Program Overview
McPherson College’s Health Science program offers majors in Health Science and Healthcare Management for students interested in areas of allied health such as behavioral health, public health, community health, and healthcare management.
Program News
Partnership With KU Allows McPherson College Students To Work Toward Nursing Degree
A new partnership with the University of Kansas School of Nursing will make it possible for McPherson College students to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, with courses beginning in the 2026-27 academic year. The collaboration strengthens McPherson College’s commitment to addressing healthcare needs in rural Kansas.
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MC and KU School of Medicine Announce Collaboration
McPherson College students have increased access to KU School of Medicine’s Rural Scholars and Urban Scholars programs, providing guaranteed admissions for qualified undergraduates.
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Gift Funds Scholarships for Future Women Leaders in Health Care
McPherson College has announced an estate gift of nearly $1.7 million to create the Carolyn Beach Endowed Scholarship Fund – a permanent fund to award scholarships annually to students, especially women—pursuing careers in the health science field.
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MC Teams With McPherson Hospital to Offer New Model for Rural Health Care
An initiative introduced by McPherson College and McPherson Hospital with a focus on community health sets out to become a new model for community health care in rural areas. It features a new enhanced health science degree at the college with a wide variety of hands-on educational opportunities thanks to a partnership with the hospital.
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McPherson Healthcare Advisory Board Members
Alan Morgan, CEO Rural Health Association
Dr. Modena Wilson, former executive at the American Medical Association
Dr. Michael Bloustine, McPherson Hospital physician and board member
Linda Helmer, Client Centered Counseling
Dr. Bob Moser, Dean of KU Medicine Salina
Tom Brown, McPherson Mayor
Becky Goss, CEO McPherson County Community Foundation
