Graduate Healthcare Pathway Patnership
Your streamlined path to an advanced healthcare career
Clarkson College and College of Saint Mary have teamed up to create clear, flexible, and supportive graduate pathways for students pursuing advanced degrees in healthcare. This partnership streamlines the path to graduate school with clear requirements, faster admissions, and dedicated advising so students can focus on achieving their goals.
Pathway options for Clarkson undergraduates into CSM graduate programs
- Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD)
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
- Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (PA)
- Master of Science in Kinesiology & Exercise Science (MKES)
Pathway options for CSM undergraduates into Clarkson graduate programs
- Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- BSN to Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN-DNP)
- Plus: Clarkson Certificate Programs available to all CSM students
How It works
- Meet with your current advisor — Review available pathway options.
- Early transcript review — Confirm eligibility before graduation.
- Apply — Get early review/decision.
- Seamless transition— Walk into your program confident and prepared.
Frequently asked questions
- Who is eligible? Current undergraduate students at Clarkson College or CSM in eligible majors may apply.
- What are the benefits for students? Students will have a simplified application process, guaranteed prerequisite alignment, priority review, dual advising, and a dedicated admissions contact.
- Do I still have to meet all admissions requirements? Yes. Students must complete program-specific prerequisites, maintain required GPA, and meet any testing or interview requirements.
- When should I start the process? As early as your sophomore year to ensure you meet all pre-requirements before applying
