Medical Studies and Science Degree Programs

5,200

Estimate increase in jobs for athletic trainers from 2019 to 20291

113,800

Estimate increase in jobs for life, physical and social scientists from 2020 to 20302

Get your start in the medical and science fields with a science or health science degree from Grand Canyon University. GCU offers pre-medical studies and a variety of degrees from high-demand science fields like forensic science, environmental science or exercise science; each of which prepares students with hands-on projects in a dynamic curriculum. Study in state-of-the-art classrooms and labs to gain a strong foundation and essential knowledge within your chosen path.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook estimates job growth for athletic trainers to increase by about 16% from 2019 to 2029, much faster than average, accounting for an estimated increase of 5,200 jobs in the field.1 The BLS also estimates job growth for life, physical and social science occupations to increase by about 8% from 2020 to 2030, accounting for an estimated increase of 113,800 jobs in the field.2

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Bachelor’s in Medical Studies and Science Degrees

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Start on your journey with a bachelor’s in pre-health studies or sciences degree from GCU. All available on our beautiful central Phoenix campus, GCU’s bachelor’s degrees include our Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science and science education degrees like our Bachelor of Science in Biology for Secondary Education. Find the degree that is right for you and start today.

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Master’s in Science Degrees

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GCU offers two master’s programs in biology and chemistry, both including an emphasis in education. Each program is designed to help students with a background in their respective field to position themselves for a future in undergraduate education. Build upon your knowledge in biology and chemistry and learn to make a difference in your future classroom.

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1-2 COVID-19 has adversely affected the global economy and data from 2020 may be atypical compared to prior years. The pandemic may impact the predicted future workforce outcomes indicated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics as well. Accordingly, data shown is based on 2019, which can be found here: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Athletic Trainers and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Life, Physical and Social Sciences Occupations

Grand Canyon University's online and evening programs offer the flexibility you need to get ahead, providing a quality education to help you thrive in today's complex world.

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