Des Moines University has partnered with other universities and colleges to create opportunities for students to receive a guaranteed interview and/or earn credit toward concurrent degrees.

Participating students will expand their knowledge and will become better equipped to advance as effective members of health care teams, public policy advocates, researchers in clinical or public health areas, developers of community-based health programs, and leaders in their professions and organizations. These students will also benefit from applied experiences within the community and increased interactions with health care professionals.

Students must separately apply to and be admitted to each program. Applications to the programs are not linked in any way.  Each university and college will separately administer their respective admissions processes.

For more information about DMU’s partnership opportunities, students may contact DMUadmit@dmu.edu or work with their undergraduate advisors.

Partnership Opportunities

Master of Science in Anatomy

  • Buena Vista University
  • Grand View University
  • University of Northern Iowa

Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences

  • Buena Vista University
  • Drake University*
  • Grand View University
  • Mercy College of Health Sciences*
  • University of Northern Iowa

Interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences

  • Buena Vista University
  • Grand View University
  • University of Northern Iowa

Master of Health Care Administration

  • Buena Vista University*
  • Drake University*
  • Grand View University*
  • University of Northern Iowa*

Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

  • Buena Vista University
  • Grand View University
  • University of Northern Iowa

Doctor of Physical Therapy

  • Buena Vista University
  • University of Northern Iowa

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies

  • Buena Vista University
  • Grand View University
  • South Dakota State University
  • University of Cincinnati
  • University of Northern Iowa

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine

  • Buena Vista University*
  • Grand View University
  • University of Northern Iowa*

Master of Public Health

  • Buena Vista University*
  • Drake University*
  • Grand View University*
  • University of Northern Iowa*

*Indicates articulation agreement between DMU and undergraduate institution for the noted program.

Doctor of Occupational Therapy — DMU and BVU

Timing of Application

BVU students may begin application to the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at Des Moines University as early as the summer between their sophomore and junior years. At the conclusion of their junior academic year, it is expected they will have completed 90 credit hours of coursework toward a bachelor’s degree. An acceptance decision for this 3+3 agreement will be contingent upon receipt of the final transcript for that last semester in the junior year, verifying the student has completed the 90 credit hours. Required prerequisite courses must be completed prior to matriculation.

Transfer of Course Credits

Upon successful completion of the first year of study at DMU, a maximum of 30 DMU O.T.D. credit hours may be transferred toward completion of the bachelor’s degree at BVU. An official transcript must be sent from DMU to a designated official with BVU’s Registrar’s Office, and the student must request application materials for graduation from the BVU Registrar’s Office.

Course grades earned in each program will be used to compute the GPA at the institution at which coursework is completed only. However, the transcript will reflect credit received for transfer work. Only courses with grade of “C” or better can be transferred for credit at either institution.

Credit Awarded

BVU will award credit (up to 30 credit hours) for required DMU O.T.D. courses, which will satisfy professional and general elective credit requirements of the BVU Bachelor’s degree. Any O.T.D. course may be used for elective credit.

Completion of Degrees

Both BVU and DMU have specific courses, hours, and grade requirements that must be met before their respective degrees will be awarded. Students who successfully complete the dual degree program will be eligible to participate in commencement ceremonies at both DMU and BVU.

  1. Curricular Changes
    It is agreed and understood that each institution has the right and responsibility to make changes to its curricula and enrollment standards to maintain its academic integrity and meet accreditation standards. Such changes, if any, will be communicated to the other institution as they occur through the office of each institution responsible for implementing this dual degree program.
  2. Communication
    At the request of either institution, a meeting or conference will be held to resolve any problems, monitor the progress, and develop any improvements in this dual degree program.
  3. Recruitment
    Recruitment of students for this program will be the responsibility of BVU with the cooperation of DMU.

Courses Eligible for Transfer Back to BVU To Complete Bachelor’s Degree

All classes required for the Occupation Therapy program first year at DMU are eligible for transfer back to BVU up to the stated limit of 30 hours.

Doctor of Occupational Therapy — DMU and GVU

Timing of Application

GVU students may begin application to the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at Des Moines University as early as the summer between their sophomore and junior years. At the conclusion of their junior academic year, it is expected they will have completed 90 credit hours of coursework toward a bachelor’s degree. An acceptance decision for this 3+3 agreement will be contingent upon receipt of the final transcript for that last semester in the junior year, verifying the student has completed the 90 credit hours. Required prerequisite courses must be completed prior to matriculation.

Transfer of Course Credits

Upon successful completion of the first year of study at DMU, a maximum of 30 DMU O.T.D. credit hours may be transferred toward completion of the bachelor’s degree at GVU. An official transcript must be sent from DMU to a designated official with GVU’s Registrar’s Office, and the student must request application materials for graduation from the GVU Registrar’s Office.

Course grades earned in each program will be used to compute the GPA at the institution at which coursework is completed only. However, the transcript will reflect credit received for transfer work. Only courses with grade of “C” or better can be transferred for credit at either institution.

Credit Awarded

GVU will award credit (up to 30 credit hours) for required DMU O.T.D. courses, which will satisfy professional and general elective credit requirements of the GVU Bachelor’s degree. Any O.T.D. course may be used for elective credit.

Completion of Degrees

Both GVU and DMU have specific courses, hours, and grade requirements that must be met before their respective degrees will be awarded. Students who successfully complete the dual degree program will be eligible to participate in commencement ceremonies at both DMU and GVU.

  1. Curricular Changes
    It is agreed and understood that each institution has the right and responsibility to make changes to its curricula and enrollment standards to maintain its academic integrity and meet accreditation standards. Such changes, if any, will be communicated to the other institution as they occur through the office of each institution responsible for implementing this dual degree program.
  2. Communication
    At the request of either institution, a meeting or conference will be held to resolve any problems, monitor the progress, and develop any improvements in this dual degree program.
  3. Recruitment
    Recruitment of students for this program will be the responsibility of GVU with the cooperation of DMU.

Courses Eligible for Transfer Back to GVU To Complete Bachelor’s Degree

All classes required for the Occupation Therapy program first year at DMU are eligible for transfer back to GVU up to the stated limit of 30 hours.

 

Doctor of Occupational Therapy — DMU and UNI

Timing of Application

UNI students may begin application to the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at Des Moines University as early as the summer between their sophomore and junior years. At the conclusion of their junior academic year, it is expected they will have completed 90 credit hours of coursework toward a bachelor’s degree. An acceptance decision for this 3+3 agreement will be contingent upon receipt of the final transcript for that last semester in the junior year, verifying the student has completed the 90 credit hours. Required prerequisite courses must be completed prior to matriculation.

Transfer of Course Credits

Upon successful completion of the first year of study at DMU, a maximum of 30 DMU O.T.D. credit hours may be transferred toward completion of the bachelor’s degree at UNI. An official transcript must be sent from DMU to a designated official with UNI’s Registrar’s Office, and the student must request application materials for graduation from the UNI Registrar’s Office.

Course grades earned in each program will be used to compute the GPA at the institution at which coursework is completed only. However, the transcript will reflect credit received for transfer work. Only courses with grade of “C” or better can be transferred for credit at either institution.

Credit Awarded

UNI will award credit (up to 30 credit hours) for required DMU O.T.D. courses, which will satisfy professional and general elective credit requirements of the UNI Bachelor’s degree. Any O.T.D. course may be used for elective credit.

Completion of Degrees

Both UNI and DMU have specific courses, hours, and grade requirements that must be met before their respective degrees will be awarded. Students who successfully complete the dual degree program will be eligible to participate in commencement ceremonies at both DMU and UNI.

  1. Curricular Changes
    It is agreed and understood that each institution has the right and responsibility to make changes to its curricula and enrollment standards to maintain its academic integrity and meet accreditation standards. Such changes, if any, will be communicated to the other institution as they occur through the office of each institution responsible for implementing this dual degree program.
  2. Communication
    At the request of either institution, a meeting or conference will be held to resolve any problems, monitor the progress, and develop any improvements in this dual degree program.
  3. Recruitment
    Recruitment of students for this program will be the responsibility of UNI with the cooperation of DMU.

Courses Eligible for Transfer Back to UNI To Complete Bachelor’s Degree

All classes required for the Occupation Therapy program first year at DMU are eligible for transfer back to UNI up to the stated limit of 30 hours.

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