9 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

Since its inception in 1976, the Radiologic Sciences program at the University of South Alabama has been a quality educational program with a sustained emphasis upon graduating competent and compassionate healthcare professionals. In so doing, our graduates are prepared to practice their profession in the often complex and global society of the 21st century.

The College of Nursing at University of South Alabama has a special Nursing - Accelerated Pathway for academically qualified and highly-motivated individuals. The BSN program prepares graduates for professional nursing practice. Upon completion of the program graduates are eligible to apply for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) to become licensed as a Registered Nurse.

Professional Health Sciences at South Alabama University prepares students for careers in healthcare administration. They can also work toward graduate programs in such fields as medicine, midlevel healthcare, occupational therapy or physical therapy, or toward a master’s in public administration.

The Physical Education program at South Alabama University uses both coursework and field experiences to prepare students to plan, implement and evaluate physical education programs in elementary, middle and secondary schools. Successful completion leads to a Class B Alabama teaching certificate.

The Speech and Hearing Sciences program at the University of South Alabama is for students across the University community with an interest in learning about communication sciences and disorders. 

The Biomedical Sciences program at the University of South Alabama educates students for successful health-related careers by providing instruction in core scientific content, encouraging critical thinking and providing active collaboration.

The Emergency Medical Services program at the University of South Alabama is designed to prepare students for the clinical and administrative challenges of a career in Emergency Medical Services and healthcare in the 21st century.

The Health Promotion major program at South Alabama University prepares non-teacher certificate students for health-related roles in community, medical, workplace and university settings. Students learn to assess individual and community needs as well as plan and implement health education-related programs and services.

Recreational Therapy major at South Alabama University work in a range of environments, including healthcare and community settings. Therapists use life skills, expressive arts, aquatics, adaptive sports and other techniques to treat and maintain the health of individuals with disabling conditions.