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Education

The School of Public Health offers a variety of majors, degrees, certificate programs, as well as continuing education for public health professionals. Explore the links below to learn more about the academic offerings at the School of Public Health.


Degree Programs

We offer 15 masters programs and four doctoral programs, which culminate in one of the following degrees: Master of Public Health (M.P.H.), Master of Healthcare Administration (M.H.A.), Master of Science (M.S.), or Doctoral (Ph.D.).


Public Health Certificate and Licensure Programs

We offer several Public Health Certificate programs. These are non-degree programs designed for working health and human services professionals with little or no formal public health education, who wish to develop skills and knowledge in a specific area of public health.

Dual and Joint Degrees

Our dual and joint degree programs allow you to gain a foundation in public health while complementing professional practice.



Interdisciplinary Concentrations

Interdisciplinary Concentrations are available to students pursuing an M.P.H. Typically, the concentration consists of an additional 12 credits, with two required courses and electives.


Public Health Minor

Are you a student enrolled in a masters or doctoral program outside of the School of Public Health, but would like to minor in Public Health?  If so, click on the link below.


Graduate Credit for Non-Degree Students

Are you a Non-Degree Student, but are seeking graduate credit in a public health course? If so, click on the link below.


How to Apply

Application to our School is though SOPHAS--the Schools of Public Health Application Service.

Learn more about the application process

Go directly to SOPHAS


Continuing Education

Our continuing professional education initiatives cover everything from hazardous waste clean-up to office ergonomics to occupational health nursing.

Learn more about continuting education


Our Global Outreach Team, or "GO" Team, works with faculty, staff, and students to create a community of global learners.

Learn more about the GO Team


What Should I Study?

Interested in a public health career but not quite sure which area to study? Let us help figure out the best fit for you!

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