University of St Augustine for Health Sciences Reviews

"Awesome support staff and faculty no matter the discipline everyone is very willing to help in any way that they can. I feel like some classes do not prepare you as well as others for in person practice but overall my experience at the school has been good and i would recommend attending."

"I attended the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences for both my MOT and PPOTD degrees. I was looking for a school that would be flexible so that I wouldn't have to move to St. Augustine. I was able to travel in for lab weekends and complete the rest of my school work online. It is a rigorous program, but the faculty are dedicated and passionate about the practice of occupational therapy. The school offers a lot to it's students including simulated hospital experiences, tutoring, pro bono clinics, opportunities to participate in advocacy, social events, and they even support you after graduation through a very active alumni association. I am grateful for my training at USAHS and the preparation it gave me to excel in my career.Read Less"

"My program prepared me very well for entry level job qualifications. I continue to utilize skills daily learned in the hybrid environment. I enjoyed the flexibility of the program and support of Al the instructors. I would recommend this M.S. SLP program."

"USAHS helped me develop the skills needed to guide my hospital through the process of providing evidence-based care for our patients. This prepared me to be a leading advocate in my home state and region for healthcare quality improvement. My experience at USAHS was positive with faculty that was not only concerned with my academic performance but also my mental and emotional health while navigating a challenging academic process during COVID."

"USAHS was everything I could have asked for in a post-graduate PT program and more! The faculty prepared me very well for the outpatient orthopaedic setting I have been practicing in ever since graduating, but specifically equipped me with the manual therapy skills to attain optimal evidence-based outcomes for my patients in that setting. I also made great friendships from being a student at USAHS, not only with my fellow classmates but with the the faculty there as well. The faculty are readily accessible when you have questions or concerns and will take the time as needed to help ensure adequate understanding of any specific subject matter. The University being located in St Augustine FL, just minutes from the beach and downtown area, is amazing and definitely allows for plenty of opportunities to relax and take breaks from the busy academic curriculum. I would definitely recommend USAHS to all persons wanting a high-quality DPT program which will ready them for any clinical setting they wish to practice in as they begin their new healthcare careers.Read Less"

"I am currently an OTD student at the Miami campus and have had a great experience so far. Our staff does an incredible job preparing us for real-life situations and fieldwork. They provide us with MANY opportunities to practice our skills and apply our knowledge both on campus and out in our community. I have made amazing connections with students and staff and feel grateful for my experience here so far. Our campus also offers an NBCOT prep course after fieldwork and capstone experience to ensure that students are prepared.Read Less"

"It’s a great environment and professors really care about their students, but the program could be a lot more impactful and streamlined if they cut down on all the busy work, that only adds stress and encourages occupational imbalance. There are classes that should be only one class and others that should be two. It’s a very strange curriculum."

"DO NOT ATTEND USAHS. THEY BEG US TO LEAVE GOOD REVIEWS WORST SCHOOL EVER. The professors are awful they act like they like you when u apply and now we are a piece of nothing to them. Half of us go to fieldwork not knowing anything and end up failing NBCOT bc we are so unprepared from this school"

"This university provided many learning experiences and opportunities that have greatly helped in fieldwork and will help in my career. The program director genuinely cared about my success as a student and future occupational therapist. The teachers went above and beyond to ensure we understood all information given. I will definitely miss some of the staff at this school, but it is comforting to know that I will continue to have some of them as mentors throughout my career."

"Amazing faculty that’s able to help you anytime you need. Non-faculty staff is very nice and attentive. CCNE accredited university with multiple learning options to reach educational goals accordingly. Going to my 3rd academic term and still excited about what this program has for me afterwards."

"I think USAHS gets a bad rap for things that happened during COVID, As a current student at the St. Augustine campus I believe the program layout and the help they offer are excellent. All the faculty I have had so far are incredibly supportive and want to see you succeed. The classes are interesting and engaging with a lot of hands-on labs that really help my learning. They offer a lot of support like tutoring or stuff online so you can succeed, and speakers or events to get to know your professors better. They also offer a lot of course reviews so if you don't like something about how a course is run, they will actually listen to those reviews and change it for the better or get rid of staff that isn't helping people succeed. The main downside I see is that yes, the program is pretty expensive, for me all of the programs I was applying to came out to about the same regardless, so that wasn't a factor in my decision. To the people who complain, you get what you put into it, I am active in the school community and I have seen major benefits from it, if you're not engaging, you're going to have a harder time.Read Less"

"Embarking on the MSN program with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences has been an enlightening journey. Throughout my first semester, the opportunity to engage within a collaborative community, involving both faculty and peers, has significantly enriched my experience and broadened my horizons. I eagerly anticipate my upcoming semesters at USAHS!Brooke H. BSN RNMSN Student"

"Although the program had a rocky start with Covid and being primarily online, I truly feel like the professors put everything they had into preparing us for our fieldwork. The professors are what makes this school. Not even all the textbooks in the world can fully prepare someone to be an OT. The field is a hands on job. But they taught us how to think and view the world like an OT, which serves as building blocks for our careers. I’ve also seen the revisions to the program for current and incoming students and think the changes are extraordinary and will increase the depth of knowledge for students.Read Less"

"Good experience. Could benefit more justice based perspective and opportunity to network/shadow with therapists in interested settings. There would also benefit greater financial planning/assistance programs due to increased education and living costs with little to no change in reimbursement rate of rehabilitation"

"The Occupational Therapy program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is a great opportunity for students who are willing to be challenged and who believe in the pursuit of excellence. USAHS offers both a doctoral and masters program for aspiring OT's, and even has a flex program wherein you can earn your OT degree and still manage other responsibilities. USAHS supports our military members and their families, and is a great location to attend if your family is stationed on the west coast.Read Less"

"The school has great hospital wing that makes practicing more realistic. All the professors care about the students and are knowledgeable in the classes they are instructing. They are more than willing to help each student. The campus is easy and accessible. There is no issue with parking."

"St. Augustine San Marcos campus prepared me for my future career in occupational therapy. Furthermore the entry doctoral program allowed me to specialize within the first three years of being an OT. I would highly recommend this program for any student wishing to go into emerging practice areas."

"I was able to do the tDPT, which was perfect for me at the time to be able to work, start a family and continue my education. The schedule was flexible and met my needs. The instructors were top-notch and really cared about each student. I continue to recommend USA to undergraduate students that come into our clinic to shadow that are interested in our profession. Now with so many campuses and the FLEX program, this school seems like the perfect choice."

"Almost all of my professors show compassion and willingness to help your learning at this school! I feel welcomed and cared for by all of the faculty. I feel that the activities and labs really support my learning and connect the lecture material. The simulations and the actors who come in also support my learning and give me a "real" perspective on client care and how to help clients as early as first term. This school also has great support with tutoring options, helpful feedback from the Writing Center, and a great library with models and devices to check out.Read Less"

"If you are thinking about going to this University, do it! If you are striving in becoming a healthcare provider, I truly believe this university will help find your strengths and confidence to help your future patients continue their story. My time at USAHS was a blessing. It allowed me to build a wonderful foundation in occupational therapy. As a newer graduate who is now working in an inpatient setting, I have found myself looking back at my didactic work, fieldwork experience, and mentors. I found the professors to be helpful and passionate about helping us succeed. Not only that the professors are passionate, they truly love what they do. I enjoyed listening to their experiences and found their insight to be beneficial. While the program is academically challenging and accelerated, it is doable. The education I have received has given me a continued path in my journey as a license occupational therapist with advance certifications.Read Less"