
Western University of Health Sciences
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About WesternU
Western University of Health Sciences is a private, non-profit graduate university for the health professions, dedicated to preparing tomorrow’s health practitioners to flourish as skilled, compassionate healers. WesternU students learn within a thriving center for comprehensive medical and veterinary education, as well as research and community outreach. Graduates are poised to move into the future to successfully meet the health-related needs of a growing population.

A National Leader in Primary Care
For the second consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has named Western University of Health Sciences’ College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) and COMP-Northwest as a Tier 1 institution for primary care training. WesternU could not be more proud of its faculty, administration, staff and students for this incredible achievement. WesternU has also been recognized for the most graduates in Primary Care, Practicing in Professional Shortage Areas and a Tier 4 medical school for Research. This is affirmation of our commitment to creating healthy communities.

More Points of Excellence
Across our programs, students achieve exceptional results that reflect the strength of our academic preparation and real-world training.
Outcomes as of 2025.
- Osteopathic Medicine: 100% Placement Rate for Class of 2025.
- Podiatric Medicine: 100% Placement Rate for the past 12 years.
- Graduate Nursing: Ranked for Best MSN Program by U.S. News & World Report.
- Pharmacy: Among the highest first-time NAPLEX passing rate in the U.S.
- Veterinary Medicine: 95% of graduates secure a job prior to graduation (5-year average).
Outcomes as of 2025.
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25 Academic Programs
One of the nation’s most comprehensive graduate health sciences universities, WesternU fosters collaboration, compassion, and a shared commitment to healing.
Doctoral Degree Programs
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine – Advanced Standing International (DMD-IDP)
- Doctor of Nursing Practice – Leadership (DNP)
- Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP-FNP)
- Doctor of Nursing Practice – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (DNP-PMHNP)
- Doctor of Optometry (OD)
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) – California
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) – Oregon
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
- PharmD International Pathway Program (PIP)
- PhD in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences (PhD)
- Doctor of Physical Therapy – California (DPT)
- Doctor of Physical Therapy – Oregon (DPT)
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine – Advanced Standing International (DPM)
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Master’s Degree Programs
- Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS)
- Master of Science in Nursing – Entry (MSN)
- Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP)
- Master of Science in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences (MSBPS)
- Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS)
Certificate Programs
- Family Nurse Practitioner (Post Masters FNP)
- Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP)
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Post Masters PMHNP)
Pathway Programs

A Research Institution
Western University of Health Sciences is home to a growing research ecosystem focused on translational science, drug discovery, and community health. Our faculty and students pursue breakthroughs across neuroscience, cancer biology, diabetes, immunology, and more—always with a focus on moving research from bench to bedside. With the planned expansion of our research infrastructure and high-performance computing capabilities, WesternU is poised to become a national leader in discovery that directly improves human and animal health.

Our Campuses California & Oregon
WesternU has campuses in Pomona, California and Lebanon, Oregon. We offer a welcoming, mission-driven environment for students pursuing a range of health professions. Whether you choose our California or Oregon campus, you’ll be part of a community that values service, leadership, and innovation.
Ready to begin?
At WesternU, your journey is about more than earning a degree. It’s about gaining the confidence, skill, compassion, and purpose to become the kind of health professional who makes a difference. With leading-edge education, hands-on experience, and a humanistic approach to care, we will prepare you to serve patients and communities with skill and heart.