Scott Heinerichs, Ed.D.

Dean of the College of Health Sciences & Vice Provost for Academic Operations

West Chester University

Scott Heinerichs, EdD, AT, serves as Dean of the College of Health Sciences at West Chester University and Vice Provost for Academic Operations. In this dual role, he oversees a complex academic enterprise that includes seven departments all with specialized accreditation, more than 35 academic programs, over 3,100 students, and a $9.8M academic budget, while leading university-wide efforts in academic planning, resource allocation, and operational strategy.

Dr. Heinerichs’ work focuses on aligning academic delivery with institutional sustainability. He has led the development and implementation of a model that connects student demand, faculty workload, and program-level financial performance to inform decision-making. His leadership has advanced data-informed approaches to enrollment planning, scheduling efficiency, and faculty workload alignment, with a particular emphasis on improving retention and optimizing academic program portfolios.
In addition to his administrative leadership, Dr. Heinerichs is a Professor of Sports Medicine and an active contributor to accreditation and external review processes, serving as a peer reviewer for MSCHE and CAATE. He also serves as Executive Board Chair of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, where he collaborates with a forty-five member volunteer board on organizational strategy, CEO evaluation, and community impact initiatives.