Partner Programs
Partner Programs
The Partner Programs at Messiah University are the result of collaborations between Messiah and some of the top graduate healthcare programs in the nation. Please note that while every effort is made to keep this information up-to-date, prospective partner program applicants should access the specific program website for the most current information.
Bachelor's + Early Assurance Programs
Our Early Assurance Programs through LECOM and Messiah University School of Graduate and Professional Studies provide our prospective and current students an early, provisional acceptance into graduate programs in Dentistry, Medicine, Pharmacy, Podiatry, and Physical Therapy. Students can apply as a qualifying high school senior or as a current Messiah student prior to completing their junior year. Messiah students will follow the 4 + 4 Track, completing their Messiah degree and entering LECOM the following July or August.
Learn about the LECOM Early Assurance Programs
- Messiah University + LECOM (DDS)
- Messiah University + LECOM (DO)
- Messiah University + LECOM (Pharmacy)
- Messiah University + LECOM (DPM)
Messiah University Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Guaranteed Interview/Preferred Admission
Through our Partner Program articulation agreements which offer Guaranteed Admission Interviews or Preferred Admission status, qualifying Messiah applicants can have significantly increased chance of acceptance into these prestigious programs. Please contact Dr. Jennifer Ness-Myers for more information and eligibility requirements.
- Osteopathic Medicine (4 + 4 program)
- Audiology (4+4)
- Optometry (4+4)
- Physician Assistant (4+2)
Bachelor's & Master's Accelerated Programs
Students who pursue the Athletic Training Accelerated Program or the BS/Masters of Occupational Therapy accelerated pathway earn both a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree and a Master of Science Degree (M.S.) in five years at Messiah University.