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Experience RMU’s Campus from Wherever You Are
Curious what life is like at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions? Our virtual campus tour gives you an inside look at the spaces where learning, innovation, and community come together.
From state-of-the-art classrooms and simulation labs to inviting student lounges and collaborative study areas, RMU’s Provo-based campus is designed to support your academic journey and well-being. Whether you’re considering a move to Utah or just want to get a feel for our environment, this video brings our campus directly to you.
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Master's Degrees
We have a selection of master’s degrees for future or current health professionals including a PA program, a speech-language pathology program, counseling programs, and more.
Doctoral Degrees
We offer doctoral degrees including a PhD, clinical doctorates, an entry-level physical therapy program, and more.
Certificates
We offer certificates for academic credit for health professionals in a range of fields. Specialize further in your subject area of choice.
Continuing Education
RMU offers an entire continuing education platform. Choose from continuing education courses, workshops, webinars, and events for a variety of healthcare professionals.
Admissions Info
Admissions Experience
Admission advisors are well-versed in programmatic admission requirements, program outcomes, and educational models, as well as providing support and direction to prospective students who wish to apply. Our priority is to emulate and practice institutional core values with the student in mind. The mission and vision of Admissions are synonymous with the institution.
After the prospective student’s initial inquiry, Admissions could make multiple attempts via phone, text, and email to schedule the first advising meeting. During this initial meeting, the advisor will explore the following with the prospective student:
- Eligibility
- Professional and academic goals
- Work setting
- Years of professional experience
After the first advising meeting and in collaboration with the prospective student’s needs, the advisor can facilitate other connections with faculty, program leadership, and financial services. This is done so that the prospective student can voice questions and concerns, if any.
In addition to these and other outreach efforts, Admissions could invite prospective students to attend information sessions about the program, thus affording them additional opportunities to learn and explore specifically with program leadership.
Utilizing our applicant portal, an applicant can view their application status and upload the required materials to complete their application. An application processor within Admissions will manage the application process and communicate directly with the applicant. The applicant will be informed of milestones and will know the admissions decision from the program’s Admission Selection Committee after all the application components have been completed.
If accepted, the applicant will be given a fixed time to respond with their decision. During the enrollment process, the Admissions Advisor and application processor work together to successfully onboard the new student. Multiple check-ins are scheduled to ensure student success.
Application Process
Application Process – Post Professional
Step 1: Complete online application through our applicant portal
- You will attach your resume, statement of professional goals essay, valid identification, and healthcare license (if applicable) when you submit your application.
- For programs that require letters of recommendation, there is a section within the application where you will enter your reference’s email addresses. Once your application is submitted, an email will be sent to these references with a link for them to submit our internal letter of recommendation form on your behalf.
- Finally, you will need to request official copies of your transcripts from your previous institutions to complete your application.
- Once submitted, you can check your applicant portal at any time to see the current status of your application, or check on the remaining items needed to complete your application. You are welcome to call the Admissions office directly with any questions about your application or the process at any time!
Step 2: Once your application is complete, your completed application will be sent to the program-specific Admissions Selection Committee for review.
You will receive an email update letting you know your application is complete and has been sent to the program for review. *The review process can take 1-2 weeks on average.
- For some programs (i.e Counseling and Nursing), there is also an interview. A representative from the program will contact you to schedule your interview. During the interview process, you will meet with at least one faculty member who will ask you a set of questions applicable to your experience, past education, and future goals.
Step 3: After review of your application, and an interview if applicable, the program will notify the Admissions office regarding their admission decision for your application.
- You will receive an email notifying you of the admission decision from the Admissions office. If accepted, an acceptance email and letter will be sent.
- If accepted, this email will contain an acceptance letter notifying you of your acceptance as well as an enrollment deadline date to confirm your enrollment. The deadline to confirm enrollment can vary.
- A separate email will be sent containing a link to sign the enrollment agreement form to confirm your enrollment. You will also need to submit an enrollment deposit after the completion of this form.
Step 4: Once the enrollment form and deposit have been submitted, an Admissions coordinator will add these documents to your file and update our systems (which updates other departments) to show that you’ve enrolled.
- You will then receive an enrollment confirmation email that will confirm receipt of your forms and deposit. This important email will also contain an Enrollment Checklist, which will outline everything you need to know regarding next steps in becoming an RMU student.
- You will also receive emails from various departments introducing themselves and offering any help as needed.
Application Process – Residential
Step 1: Complete an application via CAS for the respective program (PTCAS, CASPA, CSDCAS, OptomCAS, OTCAS)
Step 2: Once submitted, applicants will be reviewed after they are verified by CAS.
- Admissions will review the applicant’s GPA, GRE scores (if applicable), patient contact hours (if applicable), and other aspects of the application. If/when an applicant meets or exceeds the program’s minimum requirements, they will be sent to the program for further review.
- Once the program decides who to interview, the program and the admissions team will help schedule the interview time.
- Each program will have its own schedule, outline, and objectives for the interviews.
Step 3: Once the interviews are completed, programs will release decisions within about 2-3 weeks after the interview day.
- If accepted, this email will contain an acceptance letter notifying you of your acceptance as well as an enrollment deadline date to confirm your enrollment. The deadline to confirm enrollment can vary.
- Both DPT and MS MedSLP applicants have universal deadline dates to confirm that all universities abide by. For DPT, it’s January 15th, and MS MedSLP, it’s April 15th. Once these deadlines pass, the Admissions office provides the deadline date.
- A separate email will be sent containing a link to sign the enrollment agreement form to confirm your enrollment. You will also need to submit an enrollment deposit after the completion of this form.
Step 4: Once the enrollment form and deposit have been submitted, an Admissions coordinator will add these documents to your file and update our systems (which updates other departments) to show that you’ve enrolled.
- You will then receive an enrollment confirmation email that will confirm receipt of your forms and deposit. This important email will also contain an Enrollment Checklist, which will outline everything you need to know regarding next steps in becoming an RMU student.
- You will also receive emails from various departments introducing themselves and offering any help as needed.
Foreign Educated Students
A foreign-educated applicant is defined as an applicant who has been educated outside the United States. Applicants who have completed coursework and/or obtained a degree from an educational institution outside the United States (U.S.) are required to have their educational credentials evaluated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) certified U.S. equivalency reporting agency. A degree equivalency evaluation and a course-by-course evaluation to determine the GPA is required. Evaluations can be no older than five years and must be official.
A foreign-educated applicant may be required to submit a minimum TOEFL/iBT overall score of at least 92 with the following minimum section requirements:
- Reading: 20
- Listening: 20
- Speaking: 20
- Writing: 20
The TOEFL/iBT exam must be taken within 2 years of application. This is a requirement for all applicants for whom English is not an official native language. When taking the TOEFL/iBT, students should use code 5751 to have results sent directly to the University.
Technology Requirements
Technology Requirements
Background and Purpose
The healthcare industry is heavily reliant on technology and on providers who are proficient in utilizing technology. As a result, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions requires extensive utilization of electronic devices for its programs. The purpose of this document is to define minimum technology requirements for students to ensure they are equipped with the hardware and software necessary to facilitate their participation and success in all facets of their education.
Laptop Computer*
Students are required to secure a personal computer for use during the course of their studies that adheres to the below minimum requirements (*this does not apply to students in the Optometry OD program.)
Operating System (OS)
- For PC: Windows 10
- For Mac: macOS 13 (Ventura) or higher
Specifications
- Processor: Apple – M1 Chip or better. Windows – Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 or better
- Memory: 8 GB or more
- Storage: 128 GB Flash Solid-State Drive (256GB or more recommended)
- Display: 13 inches or larger (retina display 12-inch is acceptable)
- WiFi Connectivity: 802.11ac or higher
- Camera: Built-in high resolution (720p or better), internal or external
Buying Recommendations
Required Software
Your computer must have these systems installed:
- Adobe PDF Reader
- An anti-virus program* If you don’t already have one installed, we recommend Sophos
*Note: You should have only ONE anti-virus program installed; multiple installations can be troublesome.
High Speed Internet
- The connection should be a Cable/DSL broadband connection or better. We recommend having a minimum of 10 mbps download and 2 mbps upload. You can check your download and upload speeds at Speedtest.
- Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) must be reliable. Please note that wireless connections can be unstable; wired Ethernet connections should be used whenever possible. If the speed of your connection is inadequate, contact your ISP to upgrade to a higher-level service.
Internet Browser
- Due to its integration with G Suite, we recommend Google Chrome.
- We recommend you also have the Mozilla Firefox browser available, as a backup.
Programs Not Using These Requirements
Applicable to all new students except the PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (PA) program. Check PA program technology policy for reference.
LAST UPDATED: July 2024.
Transfer Credits
Admissions Policies
Our admissions staff is available to assist with any questions you might have regarding the application or admission process. We look forward to working with you.
Admission Selections
Admission selections are based on a comprehensive review using all required application materials and information submitted. All applications receive a comprehensive score that ultimately determines if the student is admitted or denied. The admission review reflects a holistic consideration of the full spectrum of the applicant’s qualifications, based on all evidence provided in the application, and viewed in the context of the applicant’s academic and personal circumstances.
Program Admission Requirements
The established guidelines for admission to an academic program are detailed on the University website.
All applicants must demonstrate a previous record of successful academic achievement and the motivation to pursue graduate-level education.
In some program requirements, applicants must be professionally licensed to practice.
In some program requirements, applicants must have the ability to meet the programmatic onsite requirements.
In some program requirements, applicants must be a US citizen or resident.
International students must meet the specific program guidelines for international students for the specific program in question.
Applicants must have a reasonable level of technology literacy prior to applying to the desired degree program.
Full Disclosure Requirement for all Programs
Incomplete or falsified admissions information constitutes grounds for a refusal to admit, admission revocation, or immediate dismissal, loss of credit, and forfeiture of all tuition and fees paid.
Confidentiality for all Programs
Admissions materials are kept in strict confidence and processed in a confidential manner. Once the application materials are received, these materials are the property of the University and will not be returned to the applicant. All applicant materials are kept for one year following receipt if the applicant does not enroll. Application materials for accepted students are maintained indefinitely.
Deadlines
For programs that apply directly through the university application portal, admission decisions are generally made within a few weeks from the time the application and all supporting materials are received. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application well before the final application deadline. To be considered for admission, an applicant must submit his/her application before the final application deadline.
Notice of Admission Decisions
Admission decisions are made by the program admissions committees. All admission decisions are final and transmitted to the Office of Admissions for student notification. The admissions process is competitive. Admission decisions are based on a combination of academic performance metrics; for example, scores on national examinations, GPA, professional experience, applicant’s statement of purpose, and letters of recommendation. If accepted, applicants are given a period of time to consider the offer and then confirm or decline enrollment.
Deferring Admissions
Requests for deferrals can be made to the Admissions Office.
If granted, the deferral is typically for the next cohort start only; the student is expected to have accepted Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions’ offer of admission. Accordingly, a student who requests and is approved to defer admission is given an updated deadline to confirm enrollment for the following cohort start.
Where the deferred student fails to satisfy the reason for or conditions of the deferral, the student may need to reapply to be considered for future admission.
Revoking Admissions
As with all programs, an offer of admission is conditional and contingent upon fulfilling specific criteria.
The Office of Admissions reserves the right to rescind an offer of admission for a variety of reasons, such as:
An admitted student has accepted admission both to the University and to another graduate program for the same period of enrollment;
Failure to respond to the Office of Admission in a timely manner, upon repeated attempts;
A lapse in judgment or integrity, such as cheating or illegal activity;
No longer meeting qualifications, a significant change in pre-enrollment coursework grades; and
Misrepresenting any facts or work in the application, including grades, test scores, essays, etc.
Program Cancellation or Postponement
The University reserves the right to cancel or postpone a program prior to the published start date.
FAQ
For post-professional programs, do I have to attend all the semesters in order? What happens if I miss a semester?
Because of the cohort and sequential nature of our programs, we strongly encourage you to stay with your program. However, we do understand that situations arise in which a student must miss a semester. In this situation, the student will need to return to complete the missed courses with the following program. However, these courses may occur during different semesters which will require multiple trips to Utah.
Is a Laptop Required? (All Programs)
How does the program work? Is this a distance program? What do I do when I’m not on-site? (Post-professional Programs)
The post-professional programs are designed for working professionals who want to seek higher education, but without the need to relocate. Our students attend four-month semesters which generally include an on-site module of intensive, face-to-face instruction at our campus in Provo, Utah. The remainder of the program is completed from the student’s home community.
Some exams are taken with a proctor’s supervision. Proctors are responsible to receive, supervise, and return exams to the University upon completion. Students select their proctor from criteria provided by the University. The Proctor process helps ensure the integrity of the off-site exam process.
How far is Provo from the Salt Lake City airport and how will I get to Provo? (All Programs)
The majority of students fly into the Salt Lake City International Airport (approx. 40-60 minutes from campus). Discounted rates with Express Shuttle and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are available. For details visit the Student Affairs webpage. The hotels we recommend also provide transportation to and from the University. Some students, however, elect to rent a car. The majority of students will fly into the Salt Lake City International Airport. Flying directly to the Provo Municipal Airport may also be an option.
How many people are in a class? (All Programs)
Class sizes are small and range anywhere from 10-50 students. We believe the best atmosphere for learning is one that is hands-on and one-on-one.
How much is it? (All Programs)
Is there any financial assistance available? (All Programs)
Yes, several payment options may be available. Go to our Financial Aid webpage for more information. For more details, please click on the Tuition & Fees link or email the Financial Aid Office at fa@rm.edu.
While at home, how many hours a week will I have to study? (Post-professional Programs)
Time management is very important. The average student dedicates 15-20 hours per week during the didactic portion of the degree programs. However, this number varies between students and programs.
What do people say about RMU? (Post-professional Programs)
Check out our Instagram and RMU Facebook pages.
What is the weather like in Utah? (All Programs)
What should I bring with me on my first on-campus visit? (Post-professional Programs)
Bring your laptop computer, writing equipment, notebooks, textbooks, a water bottle and/or lunch (if you’d like), and anything else that will help you sit through nine hours of class.
Where do I buy my books? (Post-professional Programs)
Where do the students eat? (All Programs)
Many students elect to buy food and store it at the University. Other students go out to lunch. There are several eating establishments within a reasonable walk or drive of the University. Students also may order lunch for delivery from local restaurants as well.
Additionally, the recommended hotels are situated close to many restaurants.
Where will I stay in Provo and how much will it cost? (Post-professional Programs)
Technology Requirements FAQ
Will I need a new computer?
No, your computer does not need to be brand new – just reliable and with an operating system and specifications as listed above. If you intend to purchase a new computer, make sure you give yourself plenty of time to become familiar with it prior to beginning courses.
Do I have to have a laptop?
You are welcome to use a desktop computer at home. However, if you are in a program that includes onsite classes, you must have a laptop to bring with you.
What about a Chromebook?
Because software aside from apps available via an internet browser will be used, a Chromebook is not sufficient. Chromebook can be incompatible with some required software.
My brand new iPad will work fine, right?
Sorry, no. A hybrid/convertible laptop will be fine, but a tablet (including iPad) is not sufficient. Tablets can be incompatible with some required software.
I’ve never taken a course online. How can I prepare?
Our “Welcome to RMU!” student resource course includes specific information about multiple resources available to incoming students. In addition, at 6 weeks before the start of your program (PA students at 8-10 weeks), you will be enrolled in our required New Student Orientation course, “RMU101”. Participation in this course will give you practice with our systems and experience online.
What will I need to participate in courses online?
Admissions Forms
Tuition & Financial Aid
There are many ways you can pay for your education and receive aid. See how our Financial Aid Office can help you fund your education.