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School of Health Sciences

From communication sciences and disorders to kinesiology, our programs prepare learners for a diverse range of opportunities across the health care spectrum.

Introduction

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The School of Health Sciences is a leader in health science education, research and engagement through fostering interdisciplinary collaborations to advance the health and well-being of individuals and populations.

We work to empower future health professionals, discover new knowledge and positively impact lives.

 

$1.4+ million in scholarships awarded
Nationally accredited health care programs
1 of 2 physician assistant programs in Kansas

Featured Work

While much is known about how the human body functions, plenty of questions remain, especially when the body doesn’t function as it should. Answering these questions is the mission and passion of researchers at Kansas State University.

 

School News

  • September 9, 2026

    Carl Ade named K-State's Big 12 Faculty of the Year Honoree

    Carl Ade's research is a work of heart — quite literally. Passionate about studying how the cardiovascular system responds to stress, Ade, associate professor in the School of Health Sciences, follows questions that take his research in remarkably different directions. One day, he's researching ways to reduce cardiotoxicity in chemotherapy patients; the next, he's contributing to […]

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  • August 27, 2026

    College of Health and Human Sciences names 2026-2027 student ambassadors

    the 2026-2027 HHS student ambassadors

    The College of Health and Human Sciences at Kansas State University welcomes student ambassadors for the 2026- 2027 academic year.   Student ambassadors work on and off campus to promote the college to alumni, friends, prospective students, families and current K-State students. This year’s executive team includes Peyton Cozart, athletic training and rehabilitation sciences, Olathe; […]

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  • April 27, 2026

    College of Health and Human Sciences names spring 2026 outstanding seniors

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    The College of Health and Human Sciences is proud to recognize the spring 2026 Outstanding Senior Award winners. This year's outstanding senior award winners were nominated by faculty and staff within each of their respective programs. Chosen students have been engaged on campus and in their communities, volunteered their time to provide for others, served […]

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