The Doctor of Philosophy degree program in Allied Health Sciences was designed to promote knowledge across disciplines and informed collaboration among disciplines while promoting research in an area of specialization. Graduates are prepared to assume research faculty positions, particularly in allied health academic programs. At this time, specialization in Rehabilitation Sciences is available, with emphases in aging, biomechanics, cancer, musculoskeletal conditions, stroke or pediatrics.
An internationally prominent faculty, state-of-the-art facilities and new technology combine to make the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center a leader in education, research and patient care. One of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional schools, the OU Health Sciences Center serves approximately 4,000 students on the Oklahoma City and Tulsa campuses. The OU Health Sciences Center serves as the state's training facility for physicians, biomedical scientists, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, and a wide range of allied health and public health professionals. Located one mile south of the State Capitol, the OU Health Sciences Center is the cornerstone of the 300-acre Oklahoma Health Center, a complex of 30 public and private health care institutions.
Graduates of the PhD program will be expected to demonstrate competence relative to the following goals:
Faculty and students work closely together in the PhD program; therefore, prior to submission of an on-line application, a prospective student must identify a faculty member whose expertise is in the applicant's area of interest, has authority to chair a PhD committee, and agrees to serve as the students advisor if admitted.
• Contact the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences to determine compatibility of educational goals with the program” should be contact a person, or check the website to determine. • Go here for a list of faculty and their interests and research activities. • To see if a potential advisor has the authority to chair a doctoral committee (level 4), click on their name here. • Contact potential advisors.
To be considered for admission to the Ph.D. program after identifying a potential advisor, an applicant must meet the following requirements:
Allied Health Sciences PHD Student Handbook
Students may expect additional costs that include, but are not limited to, a personal computer, textbooks, lab fees, insurance, and supplies. Students are required to assume financial responsibilities for expenses associated with clinical requirements. For financial aid information, contact the Financial Aid Office at (405) 271-2118.
Additional cost information: Bursar's Office Tuition and Fees Student Financial Aid
Graduate IV Faculty
Students will conduct original research under the guidance and supervision of Allied Health faculty. The doctoral dissertation is required.
Curriculum Requirements for the PhD degree in Allied Health Sciences (AHS) Total number of post-baccalaureate hours for graduation = 90
The 90 post-baccalaureate hours consist of the following:
The courses a particular student will take will be determined in consultation with the student’s Academic Advisory Committee.
Interdisciplinary Core Courses Offered in AHS
Specialization Courses offered in Rehabilitation Sciences
Sample Plan of Study for Rehabilitation Sciences Specialization (with MS and/or 30 graduate credits approved transfer)
Course Descriptions
View Program Brochure
Department of Allied Health Sciences College of Allied Health The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center 1200 N Stonewall Avenue, Room 3092 Oklahoma City, OK 73117-1215
Elizabeth Hile, PT, PhD, NCS, CLT Director of PhD Program Phone: (405) 271-2273 Fax: (405) 271-2432 Email Dr. Elizabeth Hile
Office of Academic and Student Affairs Phone: (405) 271-6588 Email the Office of Academic and Student Affairs
Prospective students are encouraged to visit the prospective student's page to utilize resources such as the transfer equivalency tables, admission statistics, job shadowing, gpa calculation, tuition cost, scholarships, student life, campus resources, etc.
Additional information regarding the PhD in Allied Health Sciences can be found in the current Student Handbook.