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Houston Christian University
About Houston Christian University
Houston Christian University (HCU) is a private Christian institution located on a beautiful 100-acre campus in Houston, Texas, just minutes from the city's downtown district. HCU provides a learning environment that instills in students a passion for academic, spiritual, and professional excellence, guided by its central confession that Jesus Christ is Lord. With a student body of nearly 4,700 students representing 46 states and 43 countries, the university fosters a diverse yet close-knit community. Its small average class size of 25 students and a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio ensure that each student receives the personal attention they need to grow academically, spiritually, physically, and relationally. HCU's prime location in one of America's largest cities also gives its students unique access to internships and hands-on experiences with leading companies, medical institutions, and media organizations throughout the Houston area.
Available Programs
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Professional Science Masters in Health Professions - Online
Houston Christian University's Professional Science Master's in Health Professions (PSM), offered fully online through the College of Science and Engineering, is a 30-credit-hour graduate program completed across three semesters that provides a comprehensive, faith-integrated pathway for students preparing to apply to medical, dental, osteopathic, physician assistant, physical therapy, and other advanced health professions programs. Unlike traditional post-baccalaureate programs, the PSM takes a holistic approach to pre-health training, covering foundational and advanced coursework in areas such as biostatistics, epidemiology, immunology and microbiology, molecular biology, and health disparities, while also dedicating focused time to preparing students for entrance exams like the MCAT and DAT. Delivered in twelve fully online courses with optional low-residency weekend intensives on the HCU campus, the program allows students to pursue their studies while maintaining full-time work or other commitments. Graduates are well positioned to pursue competitive admissions to health professions schools as well as careers in clinical research, government health agencies, and private industry, supported throughout by access to scholar-practitioner faculty, medical school application experts, and HCU's Career and Calling office.
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RN to MSN - Online
Houston Christian University's online RN to BSN to MSN program, offered through the Linda R. Dunham School of Nursing, is a 60-credit-hour accelerated pathway designed for associate degree-prepared registered nurses who wish to earn both a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing in as little as three years while continuing to work full time. The 100% online curriculum builds from a broad liberal arts and advanced nursing foundation at the BSN level through two bridge courses, then into graduate-level MSN coursework in either the Nurse Leadership or Nurse Education specialization track, with students earning their BSN along the way to strengthen their resume and qualify for career advancement before completing the full program. Rooted in Christian values and a commitment to community-based care, the program pairs small class sizes and personalized success coaching with strong connections to the Texas Medical Center and leading Houston healthcare organizations. Graduates are well positioned for high-impact roles in nursing education and healthcare leadership, with median Houston salaries of $104,000 for nurse educators and $114,000 for nurse managers.
Houston Christian University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Houston Christian University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
HCU is accredited by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) for the preparation of teachers for elementary and secondary schools at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. All degree programs in nursing are accredited by the Texas Board of Nursing and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).