Joint Degree Programs

Susquehanna has established joint degree programs with several universities to expand opportunities for Susquehanna students. These programs allow interested students a special combination of liberal arts and professional studies. Joint degree candidates typically study in Susquehanna's liberal arts programs for two to three years. They then transfer to a more specialized university to earn a professional degree.

Allied Health. Students complete two years at Susquehanna followed by two years at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. At the end of the fourth year, students earn the B.S. degree in nursing, laboratory sciences (biotechnology, cytotechnology, cytogenetic technology, medical technology), diagnostic imaging, or occupational therapy. Students may also earn the M.S. degree in physical therapy at the end of a fifth year. For information, contact Associate Professor of Biology Thomas Peeler.

Dentistry. Students interested in dentistry may pursue a joint degree program with Temple University School of Dental Medicine. Students in this program complete three years at Susquehanna University, including all of the Core Curriculum requirements along with 44 semester hours of either the biology or biochemistry major. In the third year, students apply to Temple School of Dental Medicine, and, if accepted, receive their bachelor of science degree from Susquehanna following successful completion of the first-year curriculum in dental school.

Forestry and Environmental Management. Students who successfully complete three years of course work at Susquehanna may, with the recommendation of the faculty advisor, be accepted by Duke University's School of Forestry and Environmental Studies. Two years of graduate study lead to a Master of Forestry (M.F.) or Master of Environmental Management (M.E.M.) degree. Students also earn the Susquehanna B.A. after completing the appropriate number of additional credit hours at Duke. Interested students should contact Associate Professor of Biology George Boone.

ROTC. The Army's Reserve Officers' Training Corps program prepares college graduates for entry-level positions within the United States Army. Many graduates serve for extended periods on active duty with the regular army; others pursue civilian careers while serving part-time in the Army Reserve or National Guard. ROTC students are eligible for an academic stipend and scholarship assistance (see Financial Aid information.) Susquehanna participates in the ROTC program centered at Bucknell University. Further information is available here or by contacting the Department of Military Science at Bucknell University at 570-577-1246.