Bachelor of Science in Public Health

Catalog Year 2025-2027

Based on VCCS Curriculum for PUBLIC HEALTH

Transfer Guidance

Guaranteed Admission Agreement Requirements

By meeting the following criteria, you are guaranteed admission into the University of Lynchburg. This agreement does not guarantee your enrollment in any specific major.

• Graduate from a transfer-oriented degree program at a Virginia community college
• Graduate with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
• Submit an official transcript showing completion of the associate degree

Please visit the TransferVirginia.org portal to find course requirements for different majors (Transfer Tools) and Transfer Guides that outline course requirements for specific majors (Resource Center).

Important Links & Dates:

• Transfer Information: https://www.lynchburg.edu/undergraduate-admission/for-applicants/transfer-and-access-adult-student-guide/
• Apply by July 31 for Fall semester
• Apply by December 19 for Spring semester
• Admission Application: https://www.lynchburg.edu/undergraduate-admission/for-applicants/how-to-apply/transfer-application-steps/
• Financial Aid: https://www.lynchburg.edu/undergraduate-admission/financial-aid/
• FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid: Apply at studentaid.gov

What Should I Consider When Selecting Courses?

• Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year. For help, see Transfer Steps and Resource Center at www.TransferVirginia.org
• Connect with an advisor at your community college and University of Lynchburg within your first year. College Connect available in your account at www.TransferVirginia.org

Is This Degree Right For Me?

• The University of Lynchburg’s public health major is a broad program of study that teaches you about all aspects of the health care industry. You’ll study the physical, social, emotional, spiritual, mental, and environmental factors that influence the health of individuals and communities. We’ll work with you one-on-one to customize your educational plan based on your career goals.
• Our goal is to help you find your passion while preparing for a career in the health care field. The public health curriculum includes internship opportunities that’ll give you practical experience before graduating — something employers love to see on résumés! You can also pursue certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist.
• The University of Lynchburg is the only private college in Virginia that offers this program.

What Is the Impact on My Degree of Work I Have Already Completed?

• Associate Transfer Degree Completion: Fulfills all DELL General Education courses.
• Dual Enrollment – Completion of Associate Degree in HS: Lynchburg does not differentiate between an Associate degree earned through a Dual Enrollment program and one earned in attendance at a VCCS institution.
• Credit for Prior Learning: AP, IB, CLEP, and DANTES are evaluated for credit.
• Catalog Year: Catalog year is determined by the first semester attended at the University of Lynchburg.

Is This College Right For Me?

• University of Lynchburg (known as Lynchburg College until 2018) is a small, private university in Lynchburg, Virginia offering more than 100 academic programs including master’s and doctoral level degrees.
• Lynchburg is a welcoming and inclusive community open to all students seeking to be an active part of engaged learning, developing mentoring relationships with faculty, participating in student life and community service on and off campus in an effort to be responsible citizens now and in the future.
• Scholarships and financial aid are awarded to all students and is often equal to the cost of attending a public university.
• Recognized as one of forty colleges that change lives in the book “Colleges That Change Lives” which has brought national recognition to UL, we are also recognized in US News & World Report and Princeton Review.

Learn more about our college at www.TransferVirginia.org

Did You Know That…

• Completing your Associate transfer degree satisfies the majority of your DELL general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor’s degree?
• Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at the University of Lynchburg?
• Up to 84 credits are eligible for transfer at the University of Lynchburg? Priority will be given to major courses, minor courses, and general education courses covered from transfer credit.

What Can I Do With This Degree?

Public Health professionals encourage healthy lifestyles by educating and motivating people of all ages in areas such as nutrition, exercise, alcohol use, tobacco use, stress management, health education, and violence prevention.

• Behavioral health specialist: $57,689
• Community health educator: $48,140
• Director of health promotion: $82,021
• Education program manager: $59,262
• Health counselor: $45,260
• Wellness consultant: $38,702

Explore possible careers, salaries, and job outlook at www.TransferVirginia.org

Program Successes & Highlights

As a Lynchburg public health student, you’ll:

• Customize your coursework based on your career goals.
• Learn how to help people change their lifestyle choices, such as diet and exercise, to maintain good health for life.
• Graduate with confidence in your future — 96% of our graduates are working full-time or going to graduate school.
• Be prepared to pass the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam.

What Are My Chances for Getting Accepted?

If you apply through general application instead of through the GAA you will be considered for admission with all other transfer applicants.

Learn more about applying at www.TransferVirginia.org

Do More With Your Degree!

A public health degree is an excellent choice for those who want to help others improve their overall health and well-being. With so many career options available, it’s important to find out what level of education best suits your needs before making any decisions. For example, you might need to earn a graduate degree before pursuing a particular type of job.

Other Than Classes, Are There Other Program Requirements?

No additional requirements, but an internship is highly recommended during time at Lynchburg.