Articulation Agreements and Cooperative Programs

Thiel College provides programs designed to afford students unique opportunities for off-campus study and learning experiences. Cooperative programs are scheduled in conjunction with other institutions of higher learning. Each cooperative program has a stated coordinator and students must have the formal approval of the coordinator to enroll in any cooperative program.

Capital University

Accelerated J.D. program (3+2) – Dr. Marie Courtemanche

Carnegie Mellon University

Accelerated Master's program (3+2) – Dr. Marie Courtemanche

Conemaugh School of Medical Technology

Medical Technology program (3+1) – Dr. Mike Balas

Duquesne University School of Law

Accelerated J.D. program (3+3) – Dr. Marie Courtemanche

After three years of study at Thiel, qualified students are guaranteed admission to the Duquesne University School of Law for three more years
Degrees received: B.A. in Political Science from Thiel, Juris Doctorate degree from Duquesne University.

Gannon University

Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) program (3+3) – Dr. Gregory Kingston

Prerequisites: Thiel College B.A., C in pre-requisite courses, 3.0 overall GPA
Learn about requirements on the Gannon website
Degrees received: B.A. in Biology from Thiel, Doctor of Physical Therapy from Gannon

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM)

Visit the LECOM website for entrance requirements

Dental and Pharmacy programs (3+3 and 4+3 Early Acceptance Program) – Dr. Chris Stanisky

Degree received: Doctor of Pharmacy

Osteopathy program (3+3 and 4+3) – Dr. Neil Lax

Guaranteed interview for Thiel students with Biology or Chemistry major and minimum 3.2 GPA
Degrees received: B.A. from Thiel (upon completion of first year at LECOM), Doctor of Osteopathy from LECOM

Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science (PIMS)

5 semesters at Thiel, 3 trimesters at PIMS
Certain requirements apply, see Dr. Anthony Kos
Learn more
Degrees received: B.A. in Business Administration from Thiel, diploma in funeral directing and embalming from PIMS

Saint Vincent Hospital School of Medical Technology (Erie, PA)

The Medical Technology program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) – Dr. Mike Balas, Stephen M. Johnson, MS, MT(ASCP)