College of Health Professions Fast Facts

  • The College of Health Professions is equipped with advanced training spaces featuring high-tech simulation labs with lifelike manikins, robotics, virtual reality and clinical training environements.
  • CHP students have unparalleled applied learning opportunities with clinical affiliation sites in 45 out of 50 states—from large hospitals and private practices to local schools and neighborhood clinics
  • Offers a full range of nationally accredited degrees, exclusive programs, the latest technology and virtually limitless access to industry experts, practical experience and jobs.
  • The college operates three patient-serving clinics that provide affordable health care to our communities the WSU General Dentistry Practice, Dental Hygiene Clinic and Cassat Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic. All clinics are open to the public and faculty, staff and students at Wichita State.
  • The college features the first and longest-running physician associate program in the state and the only bachelor of dental hygiene program at a Kansas Regents university.
  • WSU's location in Kansas' health care hub gives students more opportunities to make connections, build a resume, land their dream job and work beside leading professionals through clinical rotations, applied learning and community outreach.
  • Graduates enjoy high post-graduation employment rates and exceptional success in advanced careers.
  • The Delta Dental of Kansas Foundation Dental Hygiene Clinic features 24 operatories, dispensary and reception area, five radiology areas and an infection control center.
  • WSU's Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) program is a postdoctoral residency program for new dentists. The program operates the WSU General Dentistry Practice, providing high-quality, affordable dental care for the community.
  • The Ascension Via Christi – Wichita State University School of Nursing offers a Guaranteed Placement Program for high school seniors, first-year WSU students, Nursing ROTC students and Rudd Scholars. Students accepted into the program receive early admission to the BSN program, without going through the competitive application process.
  • CHP students' success is reflected in consistently high board exam scores across all disciplines.
  • In 2027, the School of Health Sciences, Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and Ascension Via Christi – Wichita State University School of Nursing will move into the state-of-the-art Wichita Biomedical Campus located in the heart of downtown Wichita.