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Register online for Information Sessions and SPH Preview Days.
After registering, you will receive an e-mail response within 24 hours that acknowledges your registration. We will send additional information (directions, etc) by e-mail prior to your event.
If you are unable to register online, you may call the Student Services Center to process your registration at 612-624-2494 or 800-774-8636 (ext. 2).
Preview Days and Information Sessions
Choosing the right graduate school is a big decision. Finding a program that fits your interests is the first step. To assist with the search, the SPH offers numerous events throughout the year to introduce prospective students to its programs, staff, and faculty. All of the events are free and open to the public.
Prospective students interested in pursuing a master’s degree or graduate certificate are invited to attend the following events:
- Information Sessions
- SPH Preview Days
- Program-Specific Information Sessions and Open Houses
School of Public Health Preview Days
Are you considering applying to the School of Public Health? Attend an SPH Preview Day and learn more about the School at this interactive event!
For 2013-2014 admission SPH Preview Days
Fall 2013 SPH Preview Days will be announced later this spring.
Hear from our Deans, students, and alumni as they talk about their experiences and areas of expertise. Ask them questions about the public health field and SPH programs.
Meet with a coordinator from your intended public health major who can assist with detailed application and admission questions.
Learn about the resources our school provides to our students.
Preview Days will include:
- Introduction to the School of Public Health
- Alumni and Student Spotlights
- Overview of the Application Process
- Breakout Sessions with Major Coordinators
- Access to Career Services and Student Services
Please note: Prospective PhD students are welcome at these events, but are strongly encouraged to be in direct contact with the major coordinator early in the application process.
School of Public Health Monthly Information Sessions
Learn more about the field of public health and the academic opportunities at the School of Public Health by attending an information session.
2013 SPH Information Sessions Schedule
- Tuesday, January 15
- Tuesday, February 12
- Tuesday, March 12
- Tuesday, April 16
- Tuesday, May 21
- Tuesday, June 11
- Tuesday, July 16
- Tuesday, August 13
- Tuesday, September 10
- Tuesday, September 24
- Tuesday, October 8
- Tuesday, October 22
- Tuesday, November 12
From: 5-6pm
A301: Mayo Memorial Building
The session will include information about:
- The field of public health
- The School of Public Health
- Academic options and degrees
- Application components
- Next steps and resources
A degree in public health prepares students to address health issues at the community level, through research, prevention and health promotion, and the development of health policy. Students come to public health from a variety of disciplines.
Program-Specific Information Sessions
The following programs also host program-specific information sessions:
- Public Health Administration and Policy MPH
- Health Services Research, Policy and Administration MS
- Health Services Research, Policy and Administration PhD
- Healthcare Administration MHA
- Executive Studies in Healthcare Administration MHA
Upcoming Program-Specific Information Sessions
Division of Health Policy and Management Information Session
Learn about the Divisions’s four degree programs:
- MPH in Public Health Administration and Policy
- Master of Healthcare Administration
- MS and PhD in Health Services Research, Policy and Administration
2013: Monday, January 7, 2:00-3:30 pm
Location: 2-565 Moos Tower
Reserve a space: robinsot@umn.edu
Master of Healthcare Administration
Full time MHA Information Sessions for 2012-13
2012: Oct. 11, December 13
2013: February 7
3:00-4:45 pm 2-565 Moos Tower
Reserve a space: mrath@umn.edu or 612/626-7378
Park in Washington Avenue Ramp. Parking voucher provided.
If you are interested in scheduling an appointment to learn more about the programs, please contact:
Andy Le – lexx0122
Public Health Administration and Policy
Maureen Andrew – andre031@umn.edu
MS in Health Services Research, Policy and Administration
Ph.D in Health Services Research, Policy and Administration
Lynnette A. Redd – reddx010@umn.edu
Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
Thomas Gilliam – gilli032@umn.edu
Executive Studies MHA