Master of Public Health (MPH)

The Master of Public Health program prepares students for careers in public health practice, education, and research. Public Health is a discipline dedicated to preventing disease and promoting health equity. There is a strong demand for public health professionals to deal with chronic and emerging diseases, environmental health, health care policy and reform, and global health issues. This program provides students with the knowledge and skills to be a public health educator, affect policy change and development, and implement successful public health programs within local, state, and federal governments, schools, and private for profit and non-profits. The Master of Public Health is a widely recognized credential for those who are seeking leadership, program administration, and policy and education positions in public health. The program includes both a practicum and capstone experience.