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SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTHPROFESSIONSDean's welcome

Welcome to the School of Allied Health Professions, where your futurebegins.  If you are considering a new allied health career or returningto advance your current one, we are committed to providing you aquality professional education and fostering your personal and spiritualdevelopment while you are attending our school.  We encourage all ofour students to learn not only in the classroom but through mission andservice both locally and globally.  We are glad you are here, and we areready to help you achieve your academic goals.

Craig R. Jackson, J.D., M.S.W.Dean, School of Allied Health Professions

School foundationsThe School of Allied Health Professions was established in 1966(under the name School of Health Related Professions, 1966-1971) toconsolidate the administration of individual curricula initiated earlier inthe University: medical technology, 1937; physical therapy, 1941; medicalradiography, 1941; occupational therapy, 1959; and health informationmanagement (formerly medical record administration), 1963.

The following curricula were added since the school was established:nuclear medicine technology, 1970; radiation therapy technology,

1970; cardiopulmonary sciences (formerly respiratory therapy), 1971;nutrition and dietetics, 1972; medical sonography, 1976; special imagingtechnology, 1976; cytotechnology, 1982; coding specialist, 1987; physicaltherapist assistant, 1989; emergency medical care, 1993; physicianassistant, 2000; rehabilitation sciences, 2001; polysomnography,2002; radiologist assistant, 2003; medical dosimetry, 2003; orthoticsand prosthetics, 2007; health-care administration, 2008; cardiacelectrophysiology technology, 2009; and health professions education,2010. The curriculum in speech-language pathology and audiology,renamed communication sciences and disorders in 2009, was initiatedin 1965 under the auspices of the College of Arts and Sciences of LaSierra University (formerly Loma Linda University, La Sierra campus).The program was transferred to the School of Allied Health Professionsin 1987. Policies and procedures governing programs currently offeredare detailed in this section of the CATALOG following information thatpertains to all School of Allied Health students.

Mission and goalsOur missionThe School of Allied Health Professions is dedicated to fulfilling themission of Loma Linda University through academic and clinical trainingof allied health professionals. The school prepares competent healthprofessionals in a Christian environment that emphasizes the healing andteaching ministry of Jesus Christ, "to make man whole."

To meet local, national, and international allied health-care needs, theschool seeks to serve:

1. Students choosing to become health-care professionals.2. Individuals in need of medical care or health promotion programs.3. Faculty and staff members committed to working with students in a

Christian educational setting.

Our goalsThe goals of the School of Allied Health Professions are to:

1. Provide an environment in which the student may developresponsibility for integrity, ethical relationships, and empatheticattitudes that contribute to the welfare and well-being of patients.

2. Help the student accept responsibility for integrity, ethicalrelationships, and empathetic attitudes that can contribute to thewelfare and well-being of patients.

3. Help the student develop a background of information and attitudesconducive to interprofessional understanding and cooperation.

4. Encourage the student to cultivate habits of self-education that willfoster lifelong growth.

5. Engender and nurture in the student the desire to serve humankind—and, in particular, to serve as needed, in the medical centerssponsored by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, in this country andelsewhere.

The School of Allied Health Professions has adopted the University'sinstitutional learning outcomes (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/about-university/institutional-learning-outcomes/).

Evaluation of mission and institutionallearning outcomes—Wholeness PortfolioWholeness Portfolio courses focus on the student's developmentthrough assignments and experiences that are aligned with LomaLinda University's mission-focused learning environment that fosters

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transformative learning through academic excellence, commitment towholeness through the integration of faith and reason, service to mankindand reflection/contemplation. Course learning outcomes reinforcewholeness, wellness, values and service.

• Apply the University's philosophy of wholeness in one's personal andprofessional life. (Wholeness)

• Being loved by God

• Growing in health•Living with purpose in community

• Facilitate healthy lifestyles in self and others. (Wellness)

• Integrate LLU's Christ-centered values in one's personal andprofessional life.

• Embrace and serve a diverse world. (Service)

General regulationsUniversity students are responsible for informing themselves ofand satisfactorily meeting all regulations pertinent to registration,matriculation, and graduation. It is important to review specific programrequirements in the context of the general requirements applicable to allprograms.

Admissions policies and informationProgram admissions committees of the University intend that anapplicant to any of the schools is qualified for the proposed curriculumand is capable of profiting from the educational experience offered by thisUniversity. School admissions committees accomplish this by examiningevidence of scholastic competence, moral and ethical standards,and significant qualities of character and personality. Applicants areconsidered for admission only on the recommendation of the program inwhich study is desired.

In selecting students, the Admissions Committee of the Schoolof Allied Health Professions looks for evidence of self-discipline,personal integrity, and intellectual vigor. The committee also looks forevidence that applicants possess the capabilities required to completethe full curriculum in the allotted time and to achieve the levels ofcompetence required. Acceptance into any program is contingent on therecommendation of the department conducting the program.

Most programs require an interview with the faculty. Loma LindaUniversity was established to provide education in a distinctivelyChristian environment, and its students are expected to adopt Christianethical and moral standards as a basis for their conduct. It must beunderstood further that, in harmony with the University's emphasis onhealth and the health professions and the practices of the supportingchurch, applicants who use tobacco, alcoholic beverages, or narcoticsshould not expect to be admitted.

Loma Linda University is committed to equal opportunity and doesnot discriminate against qualified persons on the basis of handicap,gender, race, color, or national or ethnic origin in its educational andadmissions policies, financial affairs, employment programs, student lifeand services, or any University-administered program. It does, however,retain the right to give preference in student admissions to qualifiedSeventh-day Adventist applicants. While this right is retained, it should

be emphasized that admission is not limited to Seventh-day Adventistapplicants.

Application and acceptanceWhere to writeCorrespondence about admission to all programs and requests forapplication information should be addressed to the Office of Admissionsand Records, School of Allied Health Professions, Loma Linda University,Loma Linda, CA 92350 or emailed to askalliedhealth@llu.edu.

Apply earlyOne class is admitted annually to most of the professional programs.Most programs begin with the Autumn Quarter. Exceptions are noted inthe respective programs of this CATALOG.

Late applications are considered as long as space is available.Notifications  are generally sent between January 1 and May 15,depending on varying application deadlines, the completeness ofinformation provided, and the date of application. Applicants shouldinquire at the Office of Admissions and Records if notice of action is notreceived by a month prior to the start of the program.

Application review processAll completed applications are first reviewed by the department chair andfaculty. A recommendation on each application is then submitted to theschool's Admissions Committee that makes the final decision regardingacceptance.

ProcedureThe procedure for application and acceptance is given below. Allcorrespondence is to be sent to the Office of Admissions and Records,School of Allied Health Professions, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda,CA 92350 or emailed to askalliedhealth@llu.edu. All official transcripts,international evaluations, and test scores are to be sent to AdmissionsProcessing, Loma Linda University, 11139 Anderson Street, Loma Linda,CA 92350.

1. Apply online at <www.llu.edu/central/apply>. (http://www.llu.edu/central/apply/)  Be prepared to enter the names and email addressesfor your recommenders.  Have dates of attendance for all colleges/universities attended ready for entry on the application. 

2. Request that transcripts of all college course work be sent toAdmissions Processing. High school transcripts are required of allapplicants in order to verify graduation.  High school transcripts arenot required if you have completed either an associate or bachelor'sdegree unless course work in high school is used to satisfy arequirement.  

3. Upon receipt of the notice of acceptance, submit the required deposit to confirm acceptance.

4. Send health records or certificates to Student Health Services, 24785Stewart Street, Evans Hall, Suite 111, Loma Linda, CA 92354.

Entrance requirementsSubject/Diploma requirementsHigh school and college subject requirements are outlined in therespective programs. Students are required to furnish official transcriptsas evidence of completion of high school in order to be grantedadmission to undergraduate programs in any of the schools of theUniversity.  Applicants who have completed either an associateor bachelor's degree are exempt from submitting a high schooltranscript unless course work in high school is used to satisfy a subjectrequirement. A high school diploma or its equivalent, the GED, is required.

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Grade requirementEligibility for consideration by the Admissions Committee is based ona G.P.A. of at least 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) for all course work (science andnon-science subjects computed separately), presented in fulfillmentof entrance requirements for all programs in the school. A G.P.A.considerably higher than the minimum is expected because of the natureof the studies in many professional programs and the competition for thelimited number of openings. In general, G.P.A.s between 2.5 and 3.0 areconsidered minimal, depending on the program. A minimum grade of C(2.0) is required for all college transfer courses.

Student lifeThe information on student life contained in this CATALOG is brief.The most current Student Handbook more comprehensively addressesUniversity and school expectations, regulations, and policies; andis available to each registered student. Students need to familiarizethemselves with the contents of the Student Handbook. Additionalinformation regarding policies specific to a particular school or programwithin the University is available from the respective school.

Professional standardsGood taste indicates that haircut, hair styling, and personal grooming beneat and conservative rather than ostentatious.

Grooming and style should also be practical so that the student canperform assigned duties without embarrassment or inconvenience.Specifically:

• Men's hair must be neatly trimmed and not fall below the collar. • Mustaches and beards, if worn, must be neat and closely trimmed.• Women's hair, if long, may be required to be tied back. • The wearing of hats indoors is not acceptable.• Words, pictures, and/or symbols displayed on clothing should be

consistent with a Christian institution and sensitive to a diversestudent population.

• Excessive makeup and fragrances are not appropriate.• Rings, if worn, should be low profile and limited to one finger per

hand. Male students are not allowed to wear ear ornaments. If wornby women, ear ornaments are limited to simple studs and should notdrop below the bottom of the earlobes. Such ornaments are limitedto one per ear. Rings or ornaments in other anatomical sites are notacceptable.

• Fingernails should be maintained in a professional manner, closelytrimmed, and should not interfere with patient safety and comfortduring treatments. Nail polish, if worn, should be of a subdued color.

Academic policies and informationStudents are responsible for informing themselves of the policies andregulations pertinent to registration, matriculation, and graduation; andfor satisfactorily meeting these requirements.

Academic probationStudents whose cumulative G.P.A. at the end of any quarter is lessthan the minimum required by the school or program will be placedon academic probation, and the number of units for subsequentregistrations will be restricted to a maximum determined by the school orprogram. A student on academic probation jeopardizes their standing in adegree or certificate program.

Academic residenceIn order to graduate from Loma Linda University with a bachelor's degree,a student must complete at least 32 of the last 48 units, or a minimumof 45 total units of course work, at this University. A minimum grade of C(2.0) or better is required for all B.S. and post-baccalaureate degrees.

Graduation ceremoniesGraduation events include formal ceremonies identified as conferringof degrees, awarding of diplomas, and recognition of candidates fordegrees. Other related graduation events include the baccalaureate andvespers services. The conferring of degrees ceremony(ies) occurs at theclose of Spring Quarter and includes an academic procession, the formalconferring of degrees by the president, and the presentation of diplomasby the dean of the school. Candidates who complete the requirements fordegrees and certificates are invited, with families and friends, to attendand participate in these important and colorful events.

To be eligible to participate in graduation events, candidates must havecompleted all requirements for the degree, including prerequisites and/orcorequisites, as specified by the school. In certain degree programs, uponauthorization of the dean, exceptions will be made for candidates who

• have only clinical experience requirements to complete and canproject completion by the end of the calendar year

• can complete remaining degree requirements by the end of theSummer Quarter

• are in a block program

The still in-progress coursework may not exceed eight units for graduatestudents or 12 units for undergraduate students. A student whocompletes the requirements for a degree or certificate (other than clinicalexperience) at the end of the Summer, Autumn, or Winter Quarter isinvited to participate in the subsequent June commencement events. Theofficial date of graduation on the diploma is ordinarily the last day of theterm in which requirements for a degree are completed.

Superior academic performance and achievement in scholarship andleadership are recognized in the printed graduation program for personswho complete their baccalaureate degree and who at the end of thequarter preceding their final term have acquired a cumulative grade pointaverage for all college work (includes coursework taken at other colleges/universities, except for remedial courses), as follows:

3.5 Graduation cum laude3.8 Graduation magna cum laude3.9 Graduation summa cum laude

Although the official commencement program indicates names ofgraduates who qualify for honors on the basis of their grade pointaverages as of the end of the quarter preceding their final term, thesubsequently issued diploma and transcript may indicate graduation withhonors if the student's final quarter record has increased the grade pointaverage sufficiently to qualify for honors at that time.

Scholastic standingRepeating a courseA student who receives an unsatisfactory grade in a required course andis required by the faculty to do additional work may request permission ofthe faculty to pursue one of the following plans. In either plan, the studentmust register and pay the applicable tuition.

1. Review the course work under supervision and take a make-upexamination (usually not given before a minimum of two weeks of

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study). A passing grade resulting from a repeat examination will belimited to a C (2.0). (See the Schedule of Charges in the FinancialInformation section of this CATALOG for the tuition rate for tutorialcourse work.)

2. Repeat the course, attend class and/or laboratory, and take the finalcourse examination. Full tuition will be charged, whether regular oroccasional attendance is required. (See the Schedule of Chargesin the Financial Information section of this CATALOG for the tuitionrate.)

A student who receives an unsatisfactory grade in a required clinicalexperience course and is required by the faculty to do additional workmust re-register for the course. Both the original and repeat grades areentered in the student's permanent academic record, but only the repeatgrade is computed in the grade point average. A course may be repeatedonly once.

Promotion and probationEach student's record is reviewed quarterly by the faculty. Promotionis contingent on satisfactory academic and professional performanceand on factors related to aptitude, proficiency, and responsiveness to theestablished aims of the school and of the profession. As an indication ofsatisfactory academic performance, the student is expected to maintainthe following grade point average at a minimum:

2.0 Associate and baccalaureate degree programs3.0 Master's degree program3.0 Doctoral degree program

A student whose grade point average in any term falls below theminimum required for the degree, who receives in any professionalor required course a grade less than a C (2.0), or whose clinicalperformance is unsatisfactory is automatically placed on academicprobation. Continued enrollment is subject to the recommendation ofthe department. If continued enrollment is not recommended, the case isreferred to the school's Administrative Council for final action.

If continued enrollment is recommended, the student will be requiredto institute a learning assistance plan within the first two weeks of thefollowing quarter and to meet regularly scheduled appointments withthe academic advisor. The learning assistance plan should: identify theproblem, identify and list the goals, state the time frame, and includestudent and advisor signatures and date.

A student who is on academic probation and fails to make the minimumrequired grade point average the following quarter or fails to havean overall minimum grade point average after two quarters will havedisqualified him-/herself from the program.

Standard of student progress (time framework)After initial enrollment in a program, students must complete programrequirements within the following time frames:

A.S. degree 3 yearsB.S. degree 5 yearsMaster's degree 5 yearsDoctoral degree 7 years

Additional requirementsFor additional policies governing Loma Linda University students,see general policies of the University (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/about-university/academic-policies-information/), as well as the University

Student Handbook. Students are responsible for informing themselvesof and satisfactorily meeting all regulations pertinent to registration,matriculation, and graduation.

Financial policies and informationThe Office of the Dean is the final authority on all financial matters and ischarged with the interpretation of all financial policies. Any exceptions topublished policy in regard to reduction or reimbursement of tuition mustbe approved by the dean. Any statement by individual faculty members,program directors, or department chairs in regard to these matters is notbinding on the school or the University unless approved by the dean.

Registration is not complete until tuition and fees for the requiredinstallment are paid; therefore, the student should be prepared to makethese payments during scheduled registration for each academic year.There may be adjustments in tuition and fees as economic conditionswarrant.

General financial practicesThe student is expected to arrange for financial resources to cover allexpenses before the beginning of each school year. Previous accountswith other schools or this University must have been settled.

Schedule of charges (2020-2021)(Subject to change by Board of Trustees action)NOTE: Tuition rates are effective Summer Quarter through the followingSpring Quarter.

Tuition information: by departmentColumn 1 Year academic year/classColumn 2 Units total units for academic yearColumn 3 Tuition total tuition for academic yearColumn 4 Per Unit per unit rate for the academic year

Allied Health SciencesRehabilitation Science—Doctor of PhilosophyYear Units Tuition Per UnitMulti Year Units vary per

quarterVaries $740

Health Professions Education—Master of Science—units vary (online andface-to-face)Year Units Tuition Per UnitMulti Year Units vary per

quarterVaries $775

Health Professions Education—Certificate—units vary (online and face-to-face)Year Units Tuition Per UnitMulti Year Units vary per

quarterVaries $775

Cardiopulmonary ScienceRespiratory Care—Bachelor of Science (TRADITIONAL)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 53 $32,436 $6122 61 $37,332 $612

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Respiratory Care—Bachelor of Science (POSTPROFESSIONAL)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 48 $21,600 $4502 12 $5,400 $450

Respiratory Care—Master of Science Respiratory CareYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 32-34 $19,840-$21,080 $6202 12-13 $7,440-$8,060 $620

Polysomnography—certificateYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 27 $12,825 $475

Clinical Laboratory ScienceCytotechnology—Bachelor of ScienceYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 50 $33,100 $6622 56 $37,072 $662

Clinical Laboratory Science—Bachelor of ScienceYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 63 $41,706 $6622 63 $41,706 $662

Phlebotomy—CertificateYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 5 $2,365 $473

Communication Sciences and DisordersCommunication Sciences and Disorders—Bachelor of ScienceYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 48-54 $29,088-$32,724 $6062 39-47 $23,634-$28,482 $606

Communication Sciences and Disorders—Master of Science (transitionalprogram)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 50 $39,700 $7942 39 $30,966 $7943 23 $18,262 $794

Communication Sciences and Disorders—Master of ScienceYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 33 $26,202 $7942 23 $18,262 $794

 Speech-Language Pathology—DoctorateYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 18 $14,742 $8192 24 $19,656 $8193 9 $7,371 $819

Health Informatics and Information ManagementHealth Information Administration—Bachelor of ScienceYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 44 $18,480 $4202 47 $19,740 $420Part-time Units Vary Varies $420

Health Information Administration—CertificateYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 44 $18,480 $4202 43 $18,060 $420

Health Informatics—Master of Science (On Campus and Online)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 24 $16,824 $7012 26 $18,226 $701

HEALTH-CARE ADMINISTRATION—BACHELOR OF SCIENCEYear Units Tuition Per UnitMulti Year Units Vary Varies $490

CODING SPECIALIST—CERTIFICATEYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 13 $3,120 $2402 17 $4,080 $240

Nutrition and DieteticsNutrition and Dietetics—Bachelor of ScienceYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 50 $31,800 $6362 48 $30,528 $636

Nutrition and Dietetics—B.S. and M.S. (coordinated program)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 50 $31,800 $6362 48 $30,528 $6363 48 $37,008 $771

Nutrition and Dietetics—Master of Science (DPD track)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 37 $28,527 $7712 37 $28,527 $7713 6 $4,626 $771

Nutrition and Dietetics—Master of Science (for those who have an RD)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 48 $37,008 $771

Nutrition and Dietetics—Master of Science(coordinated program for bachelor's degree graduates in non-nutritionareas)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 48 $30,528 $6362 46 $35,466 $7713 33 $25,443 $771

Occupational TherapyOccupational Therapy—Master of Occupational Therapy (entry level)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 56 $39,200 $7002 49 $34,300 $7003 23 $16,100 $700

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Occupational Therapy—Doctor of Occupational TherapyYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 18 $12,600 $7002 24 $16,800 $7003 11 $7,700 $700

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY—DOCTOR OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (IntenseTrack)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 39-42 $27,300-$29,400 $7002 11-14 $7,700-$9,800 $700

ORThotics and prostheticsORTHOTICS AND PROSTHETICS—M.S.O.P (ENTRY LEVEL)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 54 $31,482 $5832 63 $36,729 $5833 39 $22,737 $583

Physical TherapyPhysical Therapist Assistant—Associate in Science (does not includeprerequisite units)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 57 $25,080 $4402 6 $2,640 $440

Physical Therapy—Doctor of Physical Therapy (Entry Level)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 69 $42,573 $6172 68 $41,956 $6173 26 $16,042 $617

Physical Therapy—Doctor of Physical Therapy (postprofessional 45 unittrack) Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 35 $22,155 $6332 10 $6,330 $633

Physical Therapy—Doctor of Physical Therapy (postprofessionaL 45-UNITTrack) - Puerto RicoYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 33 $10,428 $3162 12 $3,792 $316

PHYSICAL THERAPY—DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY(POSTPROFESSIONAL 66-unit track) - Puerto RicoYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 21 $6,636 $3162 39 $12,324 $3163 12 $3,792 $316

Physical Therapy—Doctor of Physical Therapy (postprofessional 66-unittrack)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 32 $20,256 $6332 34 $21,522 $633

Physical Therapy—Doctor of PHILOSOPHYYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 30 $19,530 $6512 40 $26,040 $651

Physician Assistant SciencesPhysician Assistant—Master of Physician AssistantYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 76 $54,796 $7212 52 $37,492 $721

Radiation TechnologyMedical Radiography—Associate in ScienceYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 37 $18,130 $4902 25 $12,250 $490

Radiation Sciences—Bachelor of ScienceYear Units Tuition Per Unit1,2 Units may vary

depending uponunits transferredinto Loma LindaUniversity.

Varies $490

Radiation Therapy— Bachelor of scienceYear Units Tuition Per Unit1- (w/ RTbackground)

38 $25,080 $660

2- (w/ RTbackground)

42 $27,720 $660

1- (w/o RTbackground)

52 $34,320 $660

2- (w/o RTbackground)

42 $27,720 $660

Diagnostic Medical Sonography—General/vascular (Bachelor of Science)*Year Units Tuition Per Unit1- (General/Vascular)

38 $25,080 $660

2- (General/Vascular)

33 $21,780 $660

3- (General/Vascular)

9 $5,940 $660

*In addition to the cost of the general/vascular concentration, a quarterlylab fee of $35 is charged every quarter.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography—Cardiac (Bachelor of Science)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1- (Cardiac) 38 $25,080 $6602- (Cardiac) 34 $22,440 $6603- (Cardiac) 6 $3,960 $660

Diagnostic Medical Sonography—Cardiac (Certificate)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1- (Cardiac) 17 $14,025 $8252- (Cardiac) 4 $3,300 $825

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Medical Dosimetry—CertificateYear Units Tuition Per Unit1- (Track APhysics)

30 $24,750 $825

2- (Track APhysics)

10 $8,250 $825

1- (Track B RadTherapist)

19 $15,675 $825

2- (Track B RadTherapist)

10 $8,250 $825

Nuclear Medicine Technology—Bachelor of Science (non-rad techbackground)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 56 $36,960 $6602 59 $38,940 $6603 13 $8,580 $660

Nuclear Medicine Technology—Bachelor of Science (rad tech background)Year Units Tuition Per Unit1 44 $29,040 $6602 59 $38,940 $6603 13 $8,580 $660

Special Imaging Technology: CT and MRI—CertificateYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 16 $13,200 $8252 6 $4,950 $825

Special Imaging Technology: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)—CertificateThe two-quarter MRI program is offered twice per year.  One cohort startsSpring Quarter and one cohort starts Autumn Quarter. Part-time, 9-monthoption available to qualified students.

Quarter Units Tuition Per Unit1 6 $4,950 $8252 8 $6,600 $825

Radiation Sciences—Master of Science in Radiation SciencesYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 19 $12,540 $6602 26 $17,160 $660

Radiologist Assistant—Master of Science in Radiation SciencesYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 40 $31,600 $7902 35 $27,650 $790

Cardiac and Vascular Imaging—School CertificateYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 34 $16,660 $4902 9 $4,410 $490

Cardiac Electrophysiology—Associate in ScienceYear Units Tuition Per Unit1 50 $24,500 $4902 12 $5,880 $490

NOTE: Tuition excludes a quarterly enrollment feeSuppliesEstimated annual expense of $600-$1,500 for supplies (textbooks,professional apparent, materials), depending on program and year ofstudy.

Special tuition charges$50 CMSD 589 Remediation/Advance Directed Teaching,

CMSD 599 Remediation/Externship

Remediation clinic: Students who do not complete the required skill setwithin one quarter of assigned clinical experiences may need to registerfor additional clinical work. In this case, registration for remedial clinic isrequired for a minimum of one unit at the regular tuition rate.

$65 Examsoft Tech fee for Entry Level DPT, PPDPT and PhD PT

Special charges$25 Application fee for Phlebotomy Program$60 Application fee for all other SAHP programs. There is no

school application fee for DPT, OT, and PA.$30 Reapplication$500 Acceptance deposit, nonrefundable (applied on tuition)—

M.P.A.$500 Acceptance deposit, nonrefundable (applied on tuition)—

entry-level D.P.T.$200 Acceptance deposit, nonrefundable (applied on tuition)—

CMSD M.S. and TM, PP D.P.T., entry-level OT, O.T.D.; and entry-level M.S.O.P.

$100 Acceptance deposit, nonrefundable (applied on tuition)—allother SAHP programs (excludes Phlebotomy, which is $25)

$200 Late registration charge (if student registers later than onefull week before the first day of the term; see Universitycalendar for specific dates).

$25 Returned check charge$905 Enrollment fee (not applicable to some online programs)

On- and off-campus student housingStudents may go to <llu.edu/central/housing (http://www.llu.edu/central/housing/)> for housing information and a housing application form.

Awards and scholarshipsAwards for scholastic attainment and leadership ability have been madeavailable to students whose performance and attitudes reflect well theideals and purposes of the school.

School-wide scholarshipsPresident's AwardThe President's Award is given annually in recognition of superiorscholastic attainment and active participation in the student community,within the framework of Christian commitment. A recipient is selectedfrom each school of the University.

Dean's AwardThe Dean's Award is given annually in recognition of academic excellenceand commitment to the objectives of the school.

SAHP Endowment ScholarshipThe SAHP Endowment Scholarship is given to students who requirefinancial aid assistance in order to attend the school.

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Robert and Ruth Hervig SAHP Scholarship FundThe Robert and Ruth Hervig School of Allied Health SDA Scholarship isgiven to students enrolled in the school who are members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and exhibit a Christian lifestyle.

Cardiopulmonary SciencesCardiopulmonary Sciences Scholarship FundThe CPS scholarship fund is given to students enrolled in the departmentwho require financial aid.

American Medical Response Southern CaliforniaScholarship FundThe American Medical Response Scholarship is given to a student whodemonstrates excellence in the clinical practice of emergency medicalservice and outstanding academic achievement in the EmergencyMedical Care Program.

Faculty AwardThe Faculty Award is presented to a student from the Emergency MedicalCare B.S. degree, and/or the postprofessional Respiratory Care B.S.degree, and/or Masters in Respiratory Care (M.S.R.C.) programs whohas shown promise of outstanding professional achievement andwhose performance is in harmony with the objectives and goals of theUniversity.

Louisa & Peter Jezerinac Cardiopulmonary Scholarship The Louisa Jezerinac Cardiopulmonary Scholarship is given to astudent whose patient care exemplifies the qualities of compassion anddedication.

Robert L. Wilkins Memorial ScholarshipThe Robert L. Wilkins Memorial Fund was established to honor thememory of alumnus and longtime faculty member Dr. Robert L. Wilkins.This scholarship is given to a student with financial need, who is in goodstanding with the department, and who has an interest in research and/orteaching.

Loma Linda University Medical Center and Children'sHospital, Dept. of Respiratory Care ScholarshipThe LLUMC & LLUCH Department of Respiratory Care scholarship fund isgiven to students enrolled in the department.

Brian Po-Lin Lee Cardiopulmonary Science AwardThe Brian Po-Lin Lee CPS scholarship fund is given to students enrolledin the department who demonstrate a charismatic quality both in classand clinical setting, and who spend time helping other colleagues in classand clinical setting.

Cardiopulmonary Scholarship for Clinical Excellence inRespiratory CareThe CPS scholarship for Clinical Excellence in Respiratory Care fund isgiven to students enrolled in the department who excel in clinical practicein respiratory care.

Clinical Laboratory ScienceAffiliate Recognition AwardThe Affiliate Recognition Award is presented to a senior clinicallaboratory science student for outstanding performance, cooperation,and motivation during the clinical practicum year. Selection is based onrecommendation of the clinical faculty.

Chair's AwardThe Chair's Award is given to a senior clinical laboratory science studentor to a cytotechnology student in recognition of outstanding scholarshipand leadership qualities that are in harmony with the objectives andgoals of the University. Selection is based on the recommendation of thefaculty.

Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) ScholarshipThe Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) Endowment Scholarship ispresented to CLS students on the basis of financial need.

Dr. James L. Welch ScholarshipThe Dr. James L. Welch Scholarship is presented to CLS studentsinterested in education, research or treatment related to AcquiredImmune Deficiency Syndrome .

Faculty AwardThe Faculty Award is presented to a senior clinical laboratory sciencestudent or to a cytotechnology student who have shown promise ofoutstanding professional achievement and who intend to pursue a careerin the area of medical technology or cytotechnology. Selection is basedon recommendation of the faculty.

Marlene Ota EndowmentThe Marlene Ota Scholarship is awarded to a cytotechnology studentwho is a Junior or Senior, has a G.P.A. of 3.0 or greater, upholdsprofessional and ethical standards, demonstrates leadership potentialand has financial need.

Moncrieff ScholarshipThe Moncrieff Scholarship is presented annually to a clinical laboratoryscience student in the Medical Technology Program who hasdemonstrated superior scholarship: professional dedication: financialneed: and such personal attributes as dependability, integrity, andinitiative.

Walsch-Loock Scholarship The Walsch-Loock Scholarship  is presented annually to a clinicallaboratory science student on the basis of need, leadership capabilities,academic achievement, and community service orientation.

John Lewis Endowment FundStudents enrolled in the program with financial need. Preference given toStudents coming from outside the United States to attend the school.

Cyto Annual Scientific Conference Poster PresentationAwardTravel award to a current or recent graduate that has an abstract fora poster accepted by the American Society of Cytopathology AnnualScientific Conference.

Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSMD)Evelyn Britt Promising Student AwardThe Evelyn Britt Promising Student Award is presented to studentspreparing for graduate work in speech-language pathology and audiology.It recognizes students who show promise of scholastic and professionalachievement.

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Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology ScholarshipEndowmentThe Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Scholarship Endowmentis given to students in the CMSD program to provide financial aidassistance.

Health Informatics and Information ManagementElizabeth M. Guerra ScholarshipThe Elizabeth M. Guerra  Scholarship is given to a senior student in thebachelor's degree program with a grade point average of at least 3.5.The student must demonstrate a dedication to the profession of healthinformation management, good leadership skills, and good personalqualities, as determined by the faculty of the department.

Audrey Shaffer EndowmentIn the interest of promoting student involvement in the internationalmission of Loma Linda University, the Audrey Shaffer Endowmentprovides travel expenses for student clinical and affiliation experiences inhealth-care facilities outside the United States.

Davidian Scholarship The Davidian Scholarship Fund is for female students enrolled in the HIIMprogram that are 30 years of age or older.

Faculty AwardThe Faculty Award is presented to students who have shown promiseof leadership, scholarship, and potential contribution to their chosenprofession. One award is given annually to students graduating from theprograms in health information administration and health informationsystems.

The Rising Star AwardThe Rising Star Award is presented to a senior student whose overallperformance exemplifies significant potential for future professionalcontribution and contributions to the department and/or University.

Health Information Administration ScholarshipThe Health Information Administration Scholarship is given to studentsenrolled in the department to provide financial aid assistance.

Margaret B. Jackson Scholarship The Margaret B. Jackson Scholarship is presented by the departmentto a senior student on the basis of scholarship, promise of outstandingprofessional achievement, and financial need.

Smart Corporation Medical Records Endowed Scholarship The Smart Corporation Scholarship Award is presented to a healthinformation administration student on the basis of scholarship andfinancial need.

Nutrition and DieteticsKathleen Keen Zolber ScholarshipThe Kathleen Keen Zolber Scholarship is given to students in need offinancial aid and promise of outstanding professional achievement.

Jennie S. Hudson ScholarshipThe Jennie S. Hudson Scholarship is given to students enrolled in thedepartment to provide assistance based on academic performance andpromise of professional achievement.

Martha Miller Scholarship AwardThe Martha Miller Scholarship Award is given at the beginning of theacademic year to a student who demonstrates both financial need andacademic and professional promise.

Nutrition and Dietetics Scholarship Endowment FundThe Nutrition and Dietetics Scholarship Endowment Fund is for studentsenrolled in the department to provide assistance in order to attend theschool.

Ruth Little Nelson Scholarship AwardThe Ruth Little Nelson Scholarship Award is presented to students basedon financial need.

Winifred Van Pelt Schmitt Scholarship EndowmentThe Winifred Van Pelt Schmitt Scholarship Endowment providesscholarships to nutrition and dietetics students who have demonstratedfinancial need, satisfactory progress toward a degree, and professionalpromise.

Georgia W. Hodgkin ScholarshipTo fund scholarships for students enrolled in the department.

Dr. Donna Rubano Galluzzo ScholarshipStudents enrolled in a Nutrition and Dietetics program within the school.  Recipients must embody the mission and values of the University tofurther the healing and teaching ministry of Jesus Christ "to make manwhole" and must be recognized by the department as living up to theiracademic and professional potential.

Occupational TherapyFaculty AwardThis award is presented to a graduating student who has demonstratedthe values and mission of the Department of Occupational Therapy andLoma Linda University, exemplified academic achievement, commitmentto service, and positive contributions to the learning environment.

Alumni AwardThis award is presented to a graduating student who has exemplifiedthe vision of the Department of Occupational Therapy to transformlives through occupation-based practice, service, and advocacy, anddemonstrated leadership in sharing our vision with others.

Edwinna Marshal Leadership AwardThis award is presented to a graduating student in recognition ofpotential for leadership and education in the field of occupational therapy.

Lynn Arrateig Practice AwardThis award is presented to a graduating student in recognition ofcommitment to the practice of pediatric and geriatric occupationaltherapy.

Community Outreach AwardThis award is presented to a graduating student who has been a positiverole model and change agent, actively engaged in community service toprovide improved quality of life in the local and global community.

Hamid Javaherian Memorial AwardThe Hamid Javaherian Award is given to a student enrolled in theMasters of Occupational Therapy program, or any student in thepostprofessional Doctor of Occupation Therapy program.  Studentexemplifies compassion, leadership, program innovation, and dedication

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to the community in the spirit of occupational justice.  Awards are to begiven upon merit not financial need.

Occupational Therapy Endowment Scholarship The Occupational Therapy Endowment Scholarship is given annuallyto students based on scholarship, financial need, and promise ofprofessional achievement.

Physician Assistant (PA)PA Faculty AwardThe PA Faculty Award is presented to a physician assistant studentwho has shown promise of outstanding professional achievement andwhose performance is in harmony with the objectives and goals of theUniversity.

Spirit of LLU Physician Assistant AwardThe Spirit of LLU Physician Assistant Award recognizes students whohave dedicated themselves to their professional goals, persevering withgood humor in the face of adversity; have shown compassion for andsensitivity to others; have a positive attitude; and have served as positiveambassadors for this program throughout their PA program training.

The Chair's AwardThe Chair's Award is presented to a senior PA student in recognitionof outstanding performance and professional deportment in both thedidactic and clinical phases of the program. The recipient is an individualwho has consistently demonstrated qualities that are in harmony with thegoals of the department and the University.

Physician Assistant Alumni AwardRecipients of the Physician Assistant Alumni Award demonstrate thefollowing criteria: sound judgment in resolving student issues, willingnessto lead activities or study groups, mature and responsible behavior,good rapport with peers and faculty/staff, and recent involvement incommunity service.

The Rising Star AwardThe Rising Star Award is presented to the student whose overallperformance exemplifies the following criteria: advancement of thephysician assistant profession, entrepreneurship in invention or learning,noteworthy performance in research, outstanding community service,interest in mentoring patients, and contributions to the department and/or University.

Neidigh Physician Assistant ScholarshipThe Neidigh Physician Assistant Scholarship is for students enrolled inthe department program who are qualified in their first year and awardedin their second year, have a G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher; and demonstratesound judgement, willingness to lead, mature and responsible behavior,rapport with colleagues and community service involvement.

Physical TherapyPhysical Therapy Faculty AwardIn recognition for demonstrating outstanding potential and promise in theprofession of physical therapy.

Jeanne Middleton ScholarshipThe Jeanne Middleton Scholarship is to provide scholarship assistanceto students in their first year enrolled in the MPT or DPT program and isbased on the financial need and professional potential.

Jonna Hughes Memorial ScholarshipThe Jonna Hughes Memorial Scholarship was established by Dr. BillyHughes to continue his mother's tradition of service. The scholarship

benefits female physical therapy students who have risen above personalcircumstances to fulfill a life in service to others.

Fred B. Moor ScholarshipThe Fred B. Moor scholarship is presented to a student enrolled in thedepartment with a G.P.A. of 3.0 or greater and has financial need.

Matthew Lynn Schrader Memorial ScholarshipThe Matthew Lynn Schrader Memorial Scholarship is for PTA studentsenrolled in the program who exhibit: a passion for helping people,connecting with their patients, and financial need.

Physical Therapy Leadership AwardIn recognition of leadership in school and community activities.

Scholarship Excellence AwardIn recognition for outstanding scholastic achievement.

Physical Therapy Scholarship EndowmentThe Physical Therapy Scholarship Endowment is to provide financial aidassistance that are enrolled in the department program.

Randall C. Isley Memorial AwardThe Randall C. Isley Memorial Award recognizes a graduating PTAstudent who demonstrates scholarship, outstanding compassion, andinspiration in their pursuit of PTA as a second career.

Ron Hershey Student EndowmentThe Ron Hershey Student Endowment provides scholarship funds forstudents who demonstrate financial need.

Thomas G. Burke Memorial Scholarship The Thomas G. Burke Memorial Scholarship is given to students enrolledin the master's degree program of the department and have satisfactorilycompleted at least one quarter of the program and have financial need.

Radiation TechnologyFaculty Award for Outstanding PerformanceThis award is given to up to three students in the A.S. MedicalRadiography program for outstanding performance based on G.P.A.  Finalselection is made by the program faculty, based on how the studentshave represented the University, School, and program's mission andvalues.

Radiation Technology Scholarship EndowmentProvides financial aid to students enrolled in the department who requiresuch assistance in order to attend the school.

Stilson Clinical AwardThis performance  award is given to up to three students in the Programfor outstanding clinical performance. The A.S. Medical Radiography(ASMR) faculty and site visitors make a final selection from a list ofstudents nominated by the clinical instructors.

Rising Star Award PerformanceThis award is given to one student in the department with a cumulativeprogram G.P.A. 3.5 or above; who demonstrates an above-and-beyondattitude; helps faculty on projects; and supports the program in a broadvariety of ways.

Departments• Department of Allied Health Studies (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-

health-professions/allied-health-studies/)

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• Department of Cardiopulmonary Sciences (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/cardiopulmonary-sciences/)

• Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/clinical-laboratory-sciences/)

• Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/communication-sciences-dept/)

• Department of Health Informatics, Information Management, andAdministration (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/health-informatics-information-management-admin/)

• Department of Nutrition and Dietetics (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/nutrition-dietetics-dept/)

• Department of Occupational Therapy (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/occupational-therapy-dept/)

• Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/orthotics-and-prosthetics-dept/)

• Department of Physical Therapy (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/physical-therapy-dept/)

• Department of Physician Assistant Sciences (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/physician-assistant-sciences/)

• Department of Radiation Technology (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/radiation-technology/)

Programs• Cardiac Electrophysiology — A.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-

health-professions/cardiac-electrophysiology-technology/)• Clinical Laboratory Science — B.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-

health-professions/clinical-laboratory-science-bs/)• Coding Specialist — Certificate (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-

professions/coding-specialist-certificate/)• Communication Sciences and Disorders — B.S. (http://

llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/communication-sciences-bs/), M.S. (traditional and transitional) (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/communication-sciences-ms/)

• Cytotechnology — B.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/cytotechnology-bs/)

• Diagnostic Medical Sonography — B.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/diagnostic-medical-sonography/bs/),Certificate (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/diagnostic-medical-sonography/certificate/)

• Emergency Medical Care — B.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/emergency-medical-care-bs/)

• Health Care Administration — B.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/health-care-administration-bs/)

• Health Informatics — M.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/health-informatics-ms/)

• Health Information Administration — B.S., Certificate (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/health-information-administration/)

• Health Professions Education — M.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/health-professions-education/ms/),Certificate (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/health-professions-education/certificate/)

• Medical Dosimetry — Certificate, B.S. in Physics Track (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/medical-dosimetry/);Certificate, Radiation Therapist Track (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/medical-dosimetry/certificate-radiation-

therapist-track/); Comparison (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/medical-dosimetry/comparison/)

• Medical Radiography — A.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/medical-radiography-as/)

• Nuclear Medicine Technology — B.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/nuclear-medicine-technology-bs/), Comparison(http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/nuclear-medicine-technology-bs/comparison/)

• Nutrition and Dietetics — B. S (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/nutrition-dietetics-coordinated-programs/bs/).,B.S. and M.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/nutrition-dietetics-coordinated-programs/bs-ms/), M.S. (PriorB.S./B.A.) (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/nutrition-dietetics-coordinated-programs/prior-bs-ms/), M.S. (PostDPD) (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/nutrition-dietetics-coordinated-programs/dpd-ms/), M.S. (prior R.D.) (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/nutrition-dietetics-prior-rd-ms/), Comparison (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/nutrition-dietetics-comparison/)

• Occupational Therapy — M.O.T. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/occupational-therapy-mot/), O.T.D. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/occupational-therapy-otd/)

• Orthotics and Prosthetics, entry level — M.S.O.P. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/orthotics-prosthetics/)

• Phlebotomy — Certificate (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/phlebotomy-certificate/)

• Physical Therapist Assistant — A.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/physical-therapist-assistant-as/)

• Physical Therapy, entry level — D.P.T. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/physical-therapy/dpt-entry-level/)

• Physical Therapy, Postprofessional — D.P.T. (45-unit track) andD.P.T. (66-unit track) (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/physical-therapy/dpt-postprofessional/), Ph.D. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/physical-therapy/phd/)

• Physician Assistant — M.P.A. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/physician-assistant-mpa/)

• Polysomnography — Certificate (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/polysomnography-certificate/)

• Radiation Sciences — B.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/radiation-sciences-bs/), M.S.R.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/radiation-sciences-msrs/)

• Radiation Therapy Technology — B.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/radiation-therapy-technology-bs/)

• Radiologist Assistant — M.S.R.S. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/radiologist-assistant-msrs/)

• Rehabilitation Science — Ph.D. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/rehabilitation-science-phd/)

• Respiratory Care — B.S., traditional (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/respiratory-care/); B.S., postprofessional(http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/respiratory-care/); M.S.R.C. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/respiratory-care/)

• Speech-Language Pathology — S.L.P.D. (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/communication-sciences-slpd/)

• Special Imaging CT and MRI — Certificate (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/special-imaging-ct-mri-certificate/)

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• Special Imaging CT — Certificate (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/special-imaging-ct-mri-certificate/), Comparison(http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/special-imaging-ct-mri-certificate/comparison-ct-mri/)

• Special Imaging MRI — Certificate (http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/special-imaging-ct-mri-certificate/), Comparison(http://llucatalog.llu.edu/allied-health-professions/special-imaging-ct-mri-certificate/comparison-ct-mri/)