Admissions, School of Public Health at the University of Minnesota

Admissions

M.S. and M.P.H. Programs

Prerequisites

  • Mathematics through multivariable calculus (three semesters or four quarters)
  • Linear algebra
  • One course in applied statistics
  • One course in computer programming using a standard procedural language such as FORTRAN or C
  • Preferred performance levels
    • GPA of 3.10 (3.4 for quantitative courses)
    • GRE scores of 450 (verbal), 650 (quantitative)

Ph.D. Program

Prerequisites

  • Fulfillment of the master's degree prerequisites noted above
  • An M.S. in statistics or biostatistics
  • Coursework in real analysis, mathematical statistics and applied statistical methods
  • Preferred performance levels
    • GPA of 3.7 in math/statistics coursework
    • GRE scores of 550 (verbal), 650 (quantitative)

Application Process

Applicants must submit to SOPHAS, the centralized online application service:

  • Completed SOPHAS application and application fee, designating The U of MN School of Public Health
  • Letter of Intent describing their professional experience, career goals, and type of setting in which they plan to work
  • Resume or C.V.
  • Official transcripts of record from each college/university attended.
  • Official GRE test scores
  • Three (3) completed Recommendation Forms with attached letters of recommendation from persons qualified to assess the applicant's academic work; clinical, public health or professional experiences; or leadership potential in public health
  • TOEFL test scores (international applicants only)

The admission application is not considered complete until all items are received. Please plan ahead and pay special attention to the priority scholarship deadline of Dec. 15, 2007. No exceptions will be made to this deadline.

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