
Health Science Track
The Living and Learning East Coast program uniquely integrates interdisciplinary urban internships with a faith-based Christian learning framework, offering college students a transformative educational experience. By immersing students in hands-on internships within urban environments, the program equips them with practical skills, cross-disciplinary insights, and cultural competencies essential for navigating the complexities of ministry and vocation today. Simultaneously, the program fosters spiritual growth, reflection, and a Christ-centered approach to social justice, enabling students to align their career aspirations with their Christian values. This blend of experiential learning and faith-based education equips students for meaningful career discernment, competitive job acquisition, and a lifelong commitment to servant leadership.
Go Beyond The Classroom

If You’re Studying Health Sciences.
This Is The Place To Be.
Health Science Course Offerings
As a health science student, you can choose from a variety of courses.
Key Points of Importance
Interdisciplinary Urban Internships
Provide students with real-world experience in addressing urban challenges, such as poverty, housing, and community development.
Cultivate problem-solving skills, adaptability, and cultural awareness by exposing students to diverse professional settings.
Build professional networks and résumés, enhancing students' competitiveness in the job market.
Faith-Based Christian Learning
Encourages students to approach urban issues through a Christ-centered lens, fostering ethical decision-making and compassion.
Integrates biblical teachings with practical applications, inspiring students to serve marginalized communities with humility and purpose.
Reinforces the importance of aligning professional goals with personal faith and values.
Experiential Learning for Career Development
Bridges the gap between academic theories and practical applications, preparing students to excel in competitive industries.
Equips students with marketable skills, such as teamwork, leadership, and effective communication.
Demonstrates a commitment to hands-on experience, which is highly valued by employers seeking candidates with proven abilities.
Synergy Between Faith and Professional Growth
Combines spiritual formation with career preparation, encouraging students to become agents of change in their communities.
Promotes a holistic view of success, emphasizing both career achievements and service to others.
Prepares students to navigate ethical dilemmas in the workplace with integrity and faith.
This integration of interdisciplinary, experiential learning and Christian values at the Baltimore Urban Study (BUS) Center is an exceptional pathway for students to grow personally, professionally, and spiritually while contributing to the betterment of urban communities on the East Coast and around the world!
Internships
You'll intern with Christian faculty and clinicians at Johns Hopkins University, Morgan State University, the Loyola Clinical Centers, and various other public health and social justice organizations.
The internship is paired with a seminar course that provides opportunities for you to process and learn with other students and professors.
Example Internship Opportunities
These are examples of available internships. Your internship search is not limited to the offices and organizations on this list. Your academic and professional interests guide the search process.
Explore the East Coast
The program is centered on professional internships and cultural engagement with four dynamic, historic East Coast cities: Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, New York City, and Baltimore.
Activities & Adventure
Spend weekends at public markets, famous museums, zoos, or parks on the East Coast. Attend sports games and more!
Life in
the City
Enjoy the incredible food, music, and festivities of city life! Learn how to navigate the city, be a part of its social fabric, and actively contribute to our local community.
Program Cost: $16,800 per semester*
What’s Included:
Tuition for 12-18 credit hours
On-Campus Housing
Arrival and departure airport transportation
2/3 of all meals during the program
Full-time onsite staff and support
Public transportation passes for the city and surrounding areas
Multi-day educational excursions to Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and New York City
*Cost depends on your home institution. In most cases, if you are a student at one of our partner schools a semester with us will not cost you more than what you are currently paying for school! Please contact your off-campus study coordinator for details.
Program Details
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January 7 - Arrival Day
January 8 - Program begins
January 8-24 - Block Course begins
January 27 - Additional Courses begin
February 1-2 - Excursions
February 5 - Internships start
April 28-May 1 - Exams and Debrief
May 2 - Departure
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August 12 - Arrival Day
August 13 - Program begins
August 13-29 - Block Course
September 1-November 28 - Additional Courses
December 1-4 - Exams and Debrief
December 5 - Departure
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January 6 - Arrival Day
January 7 - Program begins
January 7-23 - Block Course begins
January 26-April 23 - Additional Courses
April 27-30 - Exams and Debrief
May 1 - Departure
What You’ll Get