A Day in the Life

Prospective students often ask us, “What is a day in the life of a student really like? How many hours do they study? Do they bring lunch or eat in the dining hall?” So we went straight to the source and asked some of our current students about a typical day. A Day in the Life gives you a glimpse of what you can expect.

What You Can Expect

  
    5:30 a.m.
    Wake for hot yoga or a run around the park.
  
    6:30 a.m
    Eat breakfast, shower, and change.
  
    7:00 a.m.
    Fill my water bottle and catch the MAX light rail to campus.
  
    8:00 a.m.
    Pediatric Foundation class begins.
  
    9:30 a.m.
    Class break for coffee and to share notes with SIMPod partner.
  
    10:00 a.m.
    Class continues. Review notes for Friday’s exam.
  
    12:00 p.m.
    Eat lunch. Meet with group for amplification techniques project.
  
    1:00 p.m.
    Off to Pacific University EarClinic.
  
    1:30 p.m to 4:00 p.m.
    Practice pediatric assessments with local infants.
  
    4:00 p.m.
    Lab ends. Grab a snack and a drink.
  
    5:00 p.m.
    Research my amplification project.
  
    6:00 p.m.
    Take the MAX home. Relax. Catch some z’s.
  
    7:30 p.m.
    Quick dinner with friends and walk home.
  
    9:00 p.m.
    Head to a friend’s house to study.
  
    11:30 p.m.
    You’ve earned some sleep—tomorrow is another day.

Student Experience FAQs

Where do students live?

We are conveniently located off of the TriMet Max line. Students often rent apartments and houses within the suburbs of Hillsboro and Beaverton along the mass transit line.

What can I do in the area?

Oregon has the best of all worlds! Interested in trying different restaurants and catching a concert? Head into downtown Portland, ranked one of the best “foodie” cities in the country! Enjoy the outdoors? Head to Forest Park and explore over 70 miles of trails or skiing on Mt. Hood.

Is it possible to work while obtaining the degree?

The 3-year program is very fast-paced and rigorous; therefore, we suggest students do not work while they are attending the program. There are work-study opportunities available for those who feel they can balance the workload.