Public Health

ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½'s Master of Public Health (MPH) program, established in 1999, resides in the Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences within the School of Medicine. The MPH can be finished in 16 to 21 months depending on workload. Offering flexibility to those seeking to earn a degree, the MPH program provides part-study options that accommodate both working professionals and individuals from various backgrounds.

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What is public health

Public health is an interdisciplinary field that protects the health of people and the communities [in which] we live, learn, work and play. 

Medical Student
Dual degrees opportunities

By pursuing a dual degree, individuals interested in two subject areas can not only save time and money, but also enhance their educational experience.

MPH student presenting their poster
Hands-on learning

The program offers hands-on experience through a culminating experience where students are placed in health-related settings to work on projects. 

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Engaging learning environment

In-person learning enables students to have the opportunity to connect with peers from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

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Achieve professional success

The program's involvement with campus and community partners offers our alumni diverse career opportunities.

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Dynamic network

There is no better way to learn about the MPH program than by meeting our students, alumni, and faculty.