public health phd programs florida

Concentrations:

• Biostatistics
• Community and Family Health
• Environmental and Occupational Health
• Epidemiology
• Global Communicable Disease
• Health Services Research

Also offered as a Concurrent Degrees    

The base of knowledge for public health comes from a variety of disciplines, ranging from social sciences to biological sciences and business, brought together by a commitment to improve the public’s health. The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) is granted in recognition of high attainment in a specified field of knowledge. It is a research degree and is not conferred solely upon the earning of credit or the completion of courses. It is granted after the student has shown proficiency and distinctive achievement in a specific field, has demonstrated the ability to do original, independent investigation, and has presented these findings with a high degree of literary skill in a dissertation. The mission of the programs of study for the Doctor of Philosophy degree is to prepare public health professionals to make substantive contributions to public health inquiry and practice.

Accreditation:

The College is accredited by the Council on Education in Public Health.

Major Research Areas:

Faculty major research areas are listed at: http://health.usf.edu/publichealth/index.htm

Admission Information

Must meet University Admission and English Proficiency requirements, as well as requirements for admission to the major, listed below.  

• Official Transcripts (Sent ONLY to SOPHAS)
• A thorough statement of purpose and objectives indicating the applicant’s interest on obtaining a degree in public health, and how they hope to contribute to the field.
• Both SOPHAS and USF applications and fees are required for USF’s College of Public Health Graduate Programs.
• Complete a SOPHAS application at www.sophas.org and submit all required application materials to SOPHAS.  All application materials must be submitted only to SOPHAS.
• Complete and submit the USF graduate application and fee at https://secure.vzcollegeapp.com/usf/ .  Do not upload or submit any application materials directly to USF.
• Allow two to four weeks for SOPHAS to verify the application.  Make sure to follow up with SOPHAS regularly to meet all of their requirements to verify your application.
• Monitor the email that you provided in SOPHAS for application decisions and other communications.
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• At least two formal Letters of Recommendation.
• A graduate level term paper, thesis, or research paper of which the student is the sole author, publication on which the student is the first author; and
• A detailed personal statement of less than five pages that describes why the applicant wishes to obtain a Ph.D. degree in Public Health.

Curriculum Requirements

Total minimum hours – 55 Credit Hours Post-Master’s

• Doctoral Core: 9 credit hours
• Other Required Courses: 4 credit hours
• Concentration: 12 credit hours minimum
• Electives: 12 credit hours minimum
• Dissertation: 18 credit hours minimum

Prerequisites The doctoral committee or the Concentration may require prerequisites. These courses are not included in the minimum number of hours a student needs to complete the Ph.D. and are expected to be completed early in the course of study.

Total minimum hours – 72 Credit Hours Post-Baccalaureate

• MPH Core: 9 credit hours
• Electives: 20 credit hours minimum

The doctoral committee or concentration may require additional coursework, which will be specified in a plan of study developed by the student and the doctoral committee. These courses are not included in the minimum number of hours that a student needs to complete the Ph.D. 

MPH Core (9 Credit Hours)

• PHC 6588 History and Systems of Public Health     Credit Hours:1
• PHC 6756 Population Assessment: Part 1    Credit Hours: 5
• PHC 6757 Population Assessment: Part 2    Credit Hours: 3 

Doctoral Core Courses (9 Credit Hours)

• PHC 7154 Doctoral Research Methods in Public Health Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7934 Writing for Scholarly Publication in Health Science Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7982 Introduction to Doctoral Training in Public Health Credit Hours: 3

Other Required Courses (4 Credit Hours)

• PHC 7983 Achieving Doctoral Milestones Credit Hours: 1
• PHC 7737 Current Topics in Dissemination and Implementation Research Credit Hours: 1
• PHC 7910 Directed Research Credit Hours: 1-19 (2 credit hours for this program)

Concentration Option Requirements (12 Credit Hours Minimum)

Students select one of the following concentrations:

Biostatistics (12 Concentration Credit Hours)

• PHC 6061 Biostatistical Case Studies and Consulting II Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7098 Generalized Linear Models Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7059 Advanced Survival Data Analysis Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7056 Longitudinal Data Analysis Credit Hours: 3

Community and Family Health (12 Concentration Credit Hours)

• PHC 7405 Theoretical Application to Public Health Issues Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7702 Advanced Public Health Research and Evaluation Methods Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7704 Applied Research Methods in Community and Family Health Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7152 Policy and Practice in Community and Family Health Credit Hours: 3

Environmental and Occupational Health (12 Concentration Credit Hours)

• PHC 6310 Environmental and Occupational Toxicology Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7317 Risk Communication in Public Health Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6353 Environmental and Occupational Health Risk Assessment Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6303 Community Air Pollution Credit Hours: 3

Epidemiology (12 Concentration Credit Hours)

• PHC 7045 Practical Issues in Epidemiology Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6021 Fundamentals of Clinical Trials Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7703 Advanced Research Methods in Epidemiology Credit Hours: 3

Select three credits from the following:

• HSC 6055 Survival Analysis Credit Hours: 3

Genomics Concentration (12 Credit Hours)

• PHC 6597 Quantitative Genomics and Genetics Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7735 Introduction to Biocomputing Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7736 Applied Computational Genomics Credit Hours: 3
• And three (3) additional hours of graduate coursework selected with the Graduate Advisor

Global Communicable Disease (12 Concentration Credit Hours Minimum)

Select at least six (6) credits of the following courses and six (6) additional hours of graduate coursework selected with the Graduate Advisor.   Course choices should be approved following consultation with the student’s committee.  Course substitutions will be permitted with the student committee’s approval.

• ANG 6701 Contemporary Applied Anthropology Credit Hours: 3
• ANG 6732 Global Health from an Anthropological Perspective Credit Hours: 3
• ANG 6469 Selected Topics in Medical Anthropology Credit Hours: 3
• BSC 6932 Selected Topics in Biology Credit Hours: 1-4 (3 credits for this program) (Proteomics)
• GIS 6306 Environmental Applications of Geographic Information Systems Credit Hours: 3
• GIS 6038C Remote Sensing Credit Hours: 3
• GMS 6101 Molecular and Cellular Immunology Credit Hours: 3-4 (3 credits for this program)
• GMS 6110 Microbial Pathogenesis and Host-Parasite Interactions Credit Hours: 3
• GMS 7930 Selected Topics Credit Hours: 1-3 (2 credits for this program) (Medical Parasitology & Mycology)
• PCB 6525 Molecular Genetics Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6010 Epidemiology Methods I Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6106 Global Health Program Development and Administration Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6190 Public Health Database Management Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6251 Disease Surveillance and Monitoring Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6373 Protecting Public Health: Bioterrorism/Biodefense Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6442 Global Health Applications in the Field Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6511 Public Health Immunology Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6512 Vectors of Human Disease Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6513 Public Health Parasitology Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6761 Global Health Assessment Strategies Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6764 Global Health Principles and Contemporary Issues Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6194 Public Health Geographic Information Systems Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7908 Specialized Study in Public Health Credit Hours: 1-9 (3 credits for this program)
• PHC 7122 Vaccinology Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7935 Special Topics in Public Health Credit Hours: 1-3 (3 credits for this program) (Field Methods I: EcoHealth & Ecology)
• PHC 7935 Special Topics in Public Health   Credit(s): 1-3 (3 credits for this program) (Infection Control in Developing Countries)

Health Services Research (12 Concentration Credit Hours)

• PHC 6760 Research Methods in Public Health Programs Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7936 Seminar in Health Care Outcomes Measurement Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7437 Applications in Health Economics Credit Hours: 3

And choose one of the following:

• QMB 7566 Applied Multivariate Statistical Methods Credit Hours: 3

Electives (12 Credit Hours Minimum)

All students complete a minimum of 12 credit hours of electives.  Students in the post-bac option must complete a minimum of 20 credit hours.

Teaching All doctoral students will demonstrate or document proficiency in teaching academic courses at the university level.

Qualifying Exam

When all required coursework is satisfactorily completed (including tools of research and prerequisites), the student must pass a comprehensive qualifying examination covering the subject matter in the major and related fields.  The concentration will set the specific criteria.  

The format and duration of the qualifying exam is the responsibility of the Doctoral Supervisory Committee following consultation with the student and consistent with concentration, college, and university guidelines. 

The Doctoral Supervisory Committee will review the exam and determine the outcome.  No more than two attempts will be allowed for the student to take the qualifying exam and earn a Pass.  If the student receives a Fail on the qualifying exam on the first attempt and the Doctoral Supervisory Committee recommends that the student complete remedial work, the second attempt at the qualifying exam must be initiated within three- months of completion of remedial work.  If the student earns a Fail on the first attempt, and the Committee determines that no remedial work is needed, the student will have a second attempt to pass which must be initiated within three months.  If the student does not earn a Pass on the qualifying exam on his/her second attempt, the student will not be admitted into doctoral candidacy.  After successful completion of the qualifying exam and appropriate paperwork is submitted to the Office of Graduate Studies, the student is admitted to candidacy and may register for dissertation hours.

Dissertation (18 Credit Hours Minimum)

All students must follow the University’s “Guidelines for Dissertations and Theses” found at  https://www.usf.edu/graduate-studies/students/electronic-thesis-dissertation/index.aspx .  The Dissertation must conform to one of the following two available options per USF degree requirements.  For details, consult the USF Graduate Catalog Degree Requirements Section.

• Option 1: Traditional format inclusive of Part 1 Preliminary Pages, Part II Text, Part III References/Appendices, Part IV About the Author.
• Option 2: Collection of articles/papers instead of chapters inclusive of Part I Preliminary Pages, Part II Collection of Articles/Papers, Part III References/Appendices.  

After the Doctoral Dissertation Committee has determined that the final draft of the Dissertation is suitable for presentation, the Committee will request the scheduling and announcement of the Dissertation Defense.  Consistent with USF Graduate Degree Requirements, a copy of the announcement should be sent to the USF Office of Graduate Studies and posted in a public forum preferably two weeks in advance of the defense date.

Guidelines for student progress: Each Ph.D. student will have an annual review consistent with concentration guidelines.  

• PHC 7980 Dissertation Credit Hours: 2-19 (18 credits minimum for this program) (Doctorate)

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Public Health Graduate Programs in Florida

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College of Social Sciences and Public Policy - Florida State University

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• • Rating 4.73 out of 5   11 reviews

Master's Student: FSU's graduate social work program is competitive & includes several experiential learning opportunities for online students. FSU ensures that online work does not equate to a compromise in education. The professors often include up-to-date lectures and utilize video forums for peer discussions which allows for a different modality of class engagement when synchronous learning is not possible. Additionally, the classes that I have enrolled in have encouraged me to critically analyze the field of social work and even the coursework being taught. I feel challenged in classes while also optimistic that students are encouraged to creatively problem-solve the field's current dilemmas. With the practical experience provided throughout the program it is important for students to consider their motivating influences for becoming a social worker which often includes forms of policy change. FSU offers an academic platform for students to explore such ideas via diverse coursework. ... Read 11 reviews

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Featured Review: Master's Student says FSU's graduate social work program is competitive & includes several experiential learning opportunities for online students. FSU ensures that online work does not equate to a compromise in education. The professors often include up-to-date lectures and utilize video forums for peer discussions which allows for a different modality of class engagement when synchronous learning is not possible. Additionally, the classes that I have enrolled in have encouraged me to critically analyze the field of social work and even the coursework being taught. I feel challenged in classes while also... .

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University of South Florida College of Behavioral and Community Sciences

Tampa, FL •

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• • Rating 4.64 out of 5   11 reviews

Alum: I earned my Early Childhood Education degree from USF in 2002. I was enrolled in an education program with a cohort, full-time. The professors were knowledgeable and caring, and my classmates were amazing human beings. My internships provided me with the knowledge and experience needed to become a successful classroom teacher. I am returning now to earn a Master of Social Work to become a trauma therapist. I will begin online in January 2023. Proud to be a USF Bull! ... Read 11 reviews

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11 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.

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Robert Stempel College of Public Health and Social Work

Florida International University •

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• • Rating 4.33 out of 5   6

Palm Beach Atlantic University School of Education and Behavioral Studies

Palm Beach Atlantic University •

WEST PALM BEACH, FL

College of Health and Social Sciences - San Francisco State University

San Francisco State University •

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

• • Rating 4 out of 5   1

University of South Florida College of Public Health

• • Rating 4.67 out of 5   18 reviews

Master's Student: I am about to begin the MPH in Global Communicable Disease Program this Fall 2023. I am so excited to begin my journey in Public Health! Overall, my experience with meeting my professors has been very positive. Since they work in the field of disease control, I look forward to every opportunity. ... Read 18 reviews

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Brooks College of Health

Jacksonville, FL •

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• • Rating 5 out of 5   8 reviews

Master's Student: Have not yet started the graduate program (starts Fall 2024) but through previous enrollment with UNF and Brooks College of Health, the staff and instructors are wonderful. Supportive and eager to see students succeed. They will work just as hard at getting a student where they want to be as much as the student does. Of course they've had their moments where things have "slipped through the cracks" and something was missed, but once pointed out they work quickly to correct it and rectify the situation. ... Read 8 reviews

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JACKSONVILLE, FL ,

8 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

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Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine

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Usha Kundu, MD College of Health

Pensacola, FL •

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• • Rating 4.6 out of 5   5 reviews

Master's Student: I am in my first semester of the Family Nurse Practitioner at the University of West Florida. It has been easy to navigate and I feel like the faculty has been very supportive. ... Read 5 reviews

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5 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.

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Everglades University

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• • Rating 4.65 out of 5   40 reviews

Alum: My program revolves around learning about plants, herbology, and the human system, the worst part of my experience was waiting to go into school and the school work. ... Read 40 reviews

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College of Nursing and Health Sciences - Barry University

Miami Shores, FL •

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• • Rating 4.67 out of 5   6 reviews

Master's Student: The classes are great to prepare you for the rigor of Dental/ Medical School. Professors are very helpful and do their best to ensure every student's success. 10/10 recommend Barry Biomedical Science Masters to students looking to complete a Master's program for professional school. ... Read 6 reviews

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6 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.

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College of Health Sciences - Bethune-Cookman University

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• • Rating 4.5 out of 5   2 reviews

Doctoral Student: Bethune cook-man is the best school iv'e ever attended they have a really good diversity and there always there to help students around the school and i love it. they have every program you can name there nursing program is the best program they have and i really enjoyed it. ... Read 2 reviews

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College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences - Florida A&M University

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• • Rating 5 out of 5   2 reviews

Alum: Dr. Becker was great as well, he challenged me to think outside the box, and increase my public speaking, and power point skills. The instructors were all great, they all challenged my cohort to do the best we were able to do every semester. There was no man or woman left behind because our success was within the community. The instructors were accessible and wiling to assist. ... Read 2 reviews

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• • Rating 4.33 out of 5   6 reviews

Master's Student: I was just recently accepted to FIU for a masters program in Public Administration. I am looking forward to pursing this major at this institution. My overall experience with staff and current students and alumni have been amazing thus far and has really made me felt welcomed. ... Read 6 reviews

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MIAMI, FL ,

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Concentrations:

• Behavioral Health
• Environmental and Occupational Health
• Epidemiology
• Genetic Counseling*
• Global Communicable Disease

* applicants to the MSPH who wish to pursue the Genetic Counseling Concentration should apply prior to December 15 to be aligned with the admissions timeline provided by the Association of Genetic Counseling Program Directors)

The base of knowledge for public health comes from a variety of disciplines, ranging from social sciences to biological sciences and business, brought together by a commitment to improve the public’s health. Thus, the field of public health is broad and is open to students from diverse academic disciplines including Health Sciences, Education, Engineering, Business, Communications, Mathematics, Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences. Graduates are prepared for interdisciplinary focused public health professional careers as administrators, managers, educators, researchers, and direct service providers.

Accreditation:

The College is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. The concentration in Genetic Counseling in the M.S.P.H. degree is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling.

Admission Information

Must meet University Admission and English Proficiency requirements, as well as requirements for admission to the major, listed below.  

• Official Transcripts (Sent ONLY to SOPHAS)
• A thorough statement of purpose and objectives indicating the applicant’s interest on obtaining a degree in public health, and how they hope to contribute to the field.
• Both SOPHAS and USF applications and fees are required for USF’s College of Public Health Graduate Programs.
• Complete a SOPHAS application at www.sophas.org and submit all required application materials to SOPHAS.  All application materials must be submitted only to SOPHAS.
• Complete and submit the USF graduate application and fee at https://secure.vzcollegeapp.com/usf/.  Do not upload or submit any application materials directly to USF.
• Allow two to four weeks for SOPHAS to verify the application.  Make sure to follow up with SOPHAS regularly to meet all of their requirements to verify your application.
• Monitor the email that you provided in SOPHAS for application decisions and other communications.
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• At least two formal Letters of Recommendation

Curriculum Requirements

Total Minimum Hours: 45 credit hours**

• Core Requirements - 9 Credit hours
• Concentrations Requirements - 6 Credit hours minimum (varies by concentration)
• Electives - number needed to meet the minimum of 45 credits for major**
• Thesis - 6 Credit hours minimum

** Students select elective graduate courses, as needed, and in consultation with their advisor, to meet minimum hours required for the Major 

Core Courses (9 Credit Hours)

• PHC 6588 History and Systems of Public Health Credit Hours: 1
• PHC 6756 Population Assessment: Part 1 Credit Hours: 5
• PHC 6757 Population Assessment: Part 2 Credit Hours: 3

Concentration Requirements - 6 hours minimum (varies with each concentration))

Students select from the following Concentrations:

Behavioral Health (6 Concentration Credit Hours)

• PHC 6543 Foundations in Behavioral Health Systems Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6546 Epidemiology of Mental Disorders Credit Hours: 3

Environmental and Occupational Health (9 Concentration Credit Hours)

• PHC 6310 Environmental and Occupational Toxicology Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6353 Environmental and Occupational Health Risk Assessment Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6423 Environmental and Occupational Health Law Credit Hours: 3

Epidemiology (15 Concentration Credit Hours)

• PHC 6053 Categorical Data Analysis Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6011 Epidemiology Methods II Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6701 Computer Applications for Public Health Researchers Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6010 Epidemiology Methods I Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6051 Biostatistics II Credit Hours: 3

Genetic Counseling (8 Concentration Credit Hours)

• PHC 6596 Introduction to Genetic Counseling Credit Hours: 1
• PHC 6595 Applied Clinical Genetics Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6593 Professional Development in Genetic Counseling Credit Hours: 1
• PHC 6940 Clinical Practicum in Genetic Counseling Credit Hours: 1-6 (3 credits for this program)

Genomics (7 Concentration Credit Hours)

• PHC 6601 Human Genomics in Medicine and Public Health Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6597 Quantitative Genomics and Genetics Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6739 Fundamental Genomics Credit Hours: 1

Global Communicable Disease (9 Concentration Credit Hours)

• PHC 6561 Laboratory Techniques in Public Health Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 6722 Laboratory Rotations in Global Health Research Credit Hours: 3
• PHC 7910 Directed Research Credit Hours: 1-19

Multiple Concentrations

If a student wishes to pursue two or more concentrations as part of their elective coursework, the student must complete the specific required courses for each concentration and file the Concurrent Concentration Form.  Then additional graduate coursework, selected with the advisors, must be completed to total a minimum of 45 hours. In some instances, the total may exceed 45 credit hours.

Students select elective graduate courses, as needed, and in consultation with their advisor, to meet minimum hours required for the Major.

*To qualify for the ABGC national certification exam after graduation to earn the Certified Genetic Counselor credential, students in the Genetic Counseling MSPH concentration are required to take specific elective courses as approved by the Genetic Counseling Program Leadership.  

Thesis (6 Credit Hours)

• PHC 6971 Thesis: Master of Science in Public Health Credit Hours: 2-19 (6 credits for this program)

Comprehensive Exam

An oral thesis proposal defense is required. At the discretion of the faculty mentor, students may be allowed to take a written or oral comprehensive examination, in lieu of the proposal defense. 

Both the thesis proposal defense and the final thesis defense are open to the public.  

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Studying and working in public health is a commitment to better lives every day in every part of the world. Careers in public health allow practitioners to improve the overall health of communities in a field that provides flexibility, innovative thinking and personal satisfaction.

At Stempel College, studying public health is an opportunity to learn from renowned faculty on the front lines of innovative research. We offer a wide range of public health programs with distinct advantages for graduate students, including:

• Flexible class offerings for both full-time and part-time students.
• Opportunities for working professionals who can pursue a graduate degree while maintaining employment.
• Accelerated Master’s of Public Health (MPH) program for students wishing to complete their degree in one year.
• A fully online MPH program.
• Interdisciplinary research teams responding to hot button issues in global public health (E.g., maternal and child health).
• State-of-the-art laboratories and ongoing research projects of international importance.
• Strong community partnerships provide opportunities for meaningful experiential learning.

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• Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (HPDP)
• Online MPH (generalist concentration)

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Preparing Students for Interdisciplinary Public Health Careers

Graduate Program

The MPH degree is a professional, terminal graduate degree intended to prepare students for a lifelong career in Public Health

Undergraduate Program

In the BSPH program, students obtain the core skills needed for entry-level positions in public health, and equips them to pursue graduate degrees in the field.

BS-MPH Combined Pathway

This pathway provides academically talented undergraduate students the opportunity to expeditiously complete both degrees.

The Public Health program is one of the newest degree programs within the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy. The first Master of Public Health degree was conferred in 2004, while the Bachelor of Science in Public Health degree program was recently established in 2020. Although youthful, our program is comprised of knowledgeable and expert faculty in their chosen fields. Both of our CEPH-accredited programs provide students with foundational skills and expertise for success.

What is Public Health?

There are many definitions to describe public health. In short, it is the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through organized community effort.

Five Disciplines

Epidemiology, Statistics, Environmental Health Science, Health Policy and Management, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

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According to US News, Florida State University ranks within the top 20 public schools in the nation.

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The Master of Public Health (MPH) and Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH) are both accredited programs through the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). We will go through the re-accreditation process again in 2025.

Please see the below accreditation reports for the MPH Program: Review for Accreditation (PDF) Result of Accreditation (PDF)

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Public Affairs (PhD) – Health Services Management and Research

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New admissions to this track have been suspended effective Fall 2021. Prospective students interested in this track are encouraged to apply directly to the Public Affairs PhD program. Students are able to select or create specializations that best align with their research interests.

The Doctoral Program in Public Affairs is an interdisciplinary program that includes the professional and academic expertise of faculty in the fields of Criminal Justice, Health Management and Informatics, Public Administration, and Social Work. The Health Services Management and Research Track prepares students for academic positions in colleges and universities as well as research and leadership positions in public, nonprofit and for profit agencies and organizations.

A dynamic mix in the Public Affairs Doctoral Program of an interdisciplinary faculty and students from varied backgrounds creates a stimulating environment in which to examine contemporary organizational, institutional and community challenges. Graduates of the PAF Doctoral Program possess the theoretical, analytical and ethical foundation to discover new knowledge that will impact affirmatively public policy decisions and develop programs and systems that will enhance the delivery of services to an expectant and unyielding public.

Students must complete 60 credit hours beyond the master's degree distributed in the following manner:

• a three-course, 9-credit required Public Affairs substantive core
• a six-course, 18-credit required Public Affairs methodological and statistical core
• a three-course, 9-credit required discipline-specific specialization
• a two-course, 6-credit unrestricted elective requirement
• a one course, 3-credit required Public Affairs Community-based Research
• 15 credit hours of dissertation minimum

Total Credit Hours Required: 60 Credit Hours Minimum beyond the Master's Degree

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Track Prerequisites

Applicants must hold a master's degree from an accredited institution, preferably in criminal justice, health, public administration or social work. Applicants with a master's degree in a field not directly related to public affairs may be required to take courses at the master's level in preparation for doctoral level study.

Degree Requirements

Required courses, public affairs substantive core.

• PAF7000 - Foundations of Public Affairs: People, Places, Policies and Paradigms (3)
• PAF7230 - Strategic Change and Management for Public Affairs (3)
• PAF7317 - Social Inquiry and Public Policy (3)

Methodological and Statistical Core

• PAF7802 - Advanced Research Methodology for Public Affairs (3)
• PAF7804 - Advanced Statistics for Public Affairs I: Multivariate Analysis (3)
• PAF7805 - Advanced Statistics for Public Affairs II: Survey of Statistical Methods (3)
• PAF7820 - Qualitative Methods for Public Affairs (3)
• PAF7325 - Policy and Program Evaluation for Public Affairs (3)
• PAF7868 - Public Affairs Mixed Methods Research (3)
• PAF7856 - Applications of Structural Equation Modeling in Public Affairs (3)

Community-based Research

• Earn at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: PAF 7947 - Public Affairs Community-Based Research At the end of the required coursework, students will take the Community-Based Research course (PAF 7947). Led by a professor, the course provides the student with the opportunity to work within an interdisciplinary team to use their substantive learning and apply their methodological and statistical tools to a real community problem. This experiential learning brings the student out to the community while bringing the community into the university.

Track Specialization

• HSA7116 - Theories in Healthcare Management (3)
• HSA7936 - Advanced Seminar in Health Economics (3)
• HSA7938 - Advanced Seminar in Health Services Research (3)
• HSA6108 - Health Care Organization and Management II (3)
• HSA6128 - Health Care Services Management (3)
• HSA6342 - Health Care Human Resources (3)
• PHC6000 - Epidemiology (3)
• PHC6146 - Health Planning and Policy (3)
• PHC6160 - Health Care Finance (3)
• HSA7125 - Globalization and Health (3)

Dissertation

• Earn at least 15 credits from the following types of courses: PAF 7980 Dissertation Research

Grand Total Credits: 60

Application requirements, financial information.

Graduate students may receive financial assistance through fellowships, assistantships, tuition support, or loans. For more information, see the College of Graduate Studies Funding website, which describes the types of financial assistance available at UCF and provides general guidance in planning your graduate finances. The Financial Information section of the Graduate Catalog is another key resource.

Fellowship Information

Fellowships are awarded based on academic merit to highly qualified students. They are paid to students through the Office of Student Financial Assistance, based on instructions provided by the College of Graduate Studies. Fellowships are given to support a student's graduate study and do not have a work obligation. For more information, see UCF Graduate Fellowships, which includes descriptions of university fellowships and what you should do to be considered for a fellowship.

A maximum of 6 credit hours of Independent Study may be used as electives with adviser's approval.

Transfer work will only be accepted by the Public Affairs PhD program if taken as part of an approved plan of study for a doctoral program at UCF or elsewhere. A maximum of 6 credit hours taken at the doctoral level may be considered for transfer. The acceptance of transfer credit into the track specialization and a general elective component is dependent upon the approval of the Track Coordinator in consultation with the PAF Director. Transfer work will not be accepted into the PAF substantive or methodological core components.

A grade of B- or better is required in all substantive core and methodological core courses. Students receiving a grade of "C+" or lower will be required to repeat the course and receive a grade of B- or better prior to taking the Research Proficiency Exam and Qualifying Exam. Any student who receives more than one "C" in their doctoral course work may be dismissed from the program.

A minimum of 3.0 graduate status GPA and program of study GPA is required to maintain graduate student status and for graduation. Students with a GPA less than 3.0 may be dismissed from the program.

Any student who receives an "F" grade in their doctoral course work will be dismissed from the program.

Assignment of Faculty Advisers

Upon acceptance of a student into the program, the program director provides students with an initial orientation and a general advising session. The Track Coordinator in conjunction with the PAF Director helps the student throughout the foundation stage of the program, assisting in the clarification of interests and goals and facilitating the introduction of students to faculty and research interests that can advance the student's program of study. Health Services Management and Research Track students will be advised by the Health Services Management and Research Track Coordinator. The Track Coordinator assists the student in selecting elective courses, finalizing the program of study, and facilitating discussion with faculty members who have similar research interests. Discussion and review of dissertation topics should take place with the faculty member who has agreed to chair the dissertation committee. The dissertation chair is to be selected by the student prior to commencing the dissertation prospectus.

Research Proficiency Exam and Qualifying Exam

Upon successful completion of the first year of substantive and methodological required courses, students are required to take a Research Proficiency Exam (RPE) and Integrative Qualifying Exam (IQE). These exams assess a student's ability to integrate the curriculum knowledge and apply it in the realm of community problem solving as it relates to policy, administration, governance, and organizations. Students are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the PAF Core Competencies.

Students are given two opportunities to pass the RPE and the QE. Students who fail any section twice are dismissed from the program. Any student who fails any the RPE twice or the QE twice will not be readmitted into the PAF program. This policy includes all tracks and/or any master's to PhD program(s) within the PAF program. Please refer to the student handbook for further information.

Candidacy Status

Students can officially obtain candidacy status when they have successfully completed all course work, passed the research proficiency and qualifying exams, formed their Dissertation committee, have no more than six required courses remaining (electives included) and all required paperwork has been completed and submitted. In addition, students admitted to their UCF doctoral program in Fall 2011 or a later term must complete all CITI Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) training. Once they have obtained Candidacy status, students can register for dissertation hours.

Students officially enter candidacy when the following work has been accomplished:

• Pass Integrative and Research Proficiency Qualifying Exams
• Chair (Graduate Faculty member who is eligible to chair a dissertation committee)
• Minimum of four committee members (all must hold a Graduate Faculty or Graduate Faculty Scholar appointment)
• At least three, and a majority of the committee, must be members of the Graduate Faculty
• At least one member must be from outside the department (or college, if a college-wide program)
• At least one member must have served previously on a thesis or dissertation committee that graduated a student, either at UCF or at another accredited institution. If the Chair does not have this experience, another graduate faculty member who has this experience may serve in this role as Vice Chair. Under certain circumstances (see page 2), a graduate faculty scholar who has previous committee experience may serve as Vice Chair.
• Have no more than 6 total credit hours of coursework remaining (including electives)
• Complete all required RCR Workshops and CITI Integrity Trainings
• Complete PAF Notification of Doctoral Candidacy form

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Full-time students in the Public Affairs Program pay a $40 equipment fee each semester that they are enrolled. Part-time students pay $20 per semester.

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Public Health is the science and the art of preventing disease, prolonging life, promoting physical health, and organizing community efforts for the sanitation of the environment, the control of community infections, the education of the individual in principles of personal hygiene, and the development of the social machinery which will ensure, to every individual in the community, a standard of living adequate for the maintenance of health.

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Public Health can work in: • Governmental Public Health (federal, state, and local).

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Q: What career opportunities are available for graduates with a Doctor of Public Health degree? A: Employment and fellowship opportunities for Doctor of Public Health graduates are plentiful! In addition, the magnitude of the need is heightened in the wake of needed research regarding emerging infectious diseases, chronic diseases, data analytics, cancer prevention, maternal and child health, and public health leadership. These opportunities are within academia, governmental public health (federal, state, and local) as well as the private sector (e.g., pharmaceutical companies, consulting firms), community-based organizations, and the international arena. Examples of careers include but are not limited to, academicians (epidemiologists, biostatisticians, health educators), disease intervention specialists, epidemiologists (practitioners), health policy analysts, data analysts, health outcome evaluators in pharmaceutical companies, senior public health, and health care administrators.

Q: What is the difference between the Doctor of Public Health and Doctor of Philosophy? A: The Doctor of Public Health is a professional doctoral degree primarily for public health practitioners. It is designed to prepare students for careers in public health leadership, practice, and research. The degree emphasizes the practical application of public health knowledge and skills, as well as the development of research and policy skills. The Doctor of Public Health is a terminal degree, which means that it is the highest level of education that you can achieve in public health. The Doctor of Philosophy is the highest academic terminal degree. The Doctor of Philosophy places emphasis primarily on the attainment of practical skills and knowledge with an applied research focus. This doctoral degree focuses on research skills and knowledge. The Doctor of Public Health does not preclude one from teaching and conducting research in an academic setting. Q: Is the FAMU Public Health Program accredited? A: Yes, the FAMU Public Health Program is fully accredited by the national accrediting body – the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). The Program has been accredited since 2000 and is the first accredited public health program in North Florida and the first public health program administratively housed in a college of pharmacy.

Q: What are the requirements for the FAMU Doctor of Public Health? A: Eligibility requirements include a minimum grade point average of 3.0 in the last 60 hours of study on the submitted baccalaureate degree transcript, three letters of recommendation (with three evaluation forms), a personal statement, and a GRE score. The applicant must have either a GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 hours of study or a minimum GRE score of 300. GRE scores are required. The course of study is 61 semester hours (for those with a Master of Public Health) and 82 semester hours for those without the Master of Public Health. All applicants must have a masters’ degree in a health-related area to be eligible for consideration for the Doctor of Public Health program. The curriculum includes didactic course work (foundational and specialization) in one of two areas (epidemiology/biostatistics or behavioral science and health education), advanced course work in the specialty area, successful completion of a comprehensive examination and specialty examination, and a practicum experience. A dissertation defense and written dissertation are required.

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The Doctor of Public Health (Dr.P.H.) program at Georgia Southern University will prepare you to be an effective public health professional. Whether you’re a full-time student or an employed public health professional, our program will give you the knowledge, skills and values you’ll need to join the workforce or to upgrade your skills and your career path.

The Dr.P.H. Program offers students the opportunity to specialize their training in four program concentration areas:

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• Epidemiology
• Health Policy and Management
• Public Health Leadership (Fully Online)

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• Application – Completion of an application in Schools of Public Health Application Service (SOPHAS).
• Degree – Completion of a Master’s or terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants who do not have a graduate degree in Public Health will be required to complete prerequisite Public Health coursework.
• All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by World Education Services (WES). Visit http://www.wes.org/ to view which documents are required for your country and to request an International Credential Advantage Package (ICAP) Course-by-Course Report.
• Transcript(s) should show completion of at least one (1) graduate-level core course in each of the following five (5) areas: biostatistics, epidemiology, social and behavioral sciences in public health, health policy and management, and environmental health. (Applicant may be asked to provide syllabi for courses taken.)
• Courses must have been completed in the last five (5) years and each must have been passed with a grade of “B” or better. Applicants who have not completed these courses, but whose applications show exceptional potential for success in the Dr.P.H. program, may be admitted to the Dr.P.H. program, but will be required to complete the courses (as presented in the JPHCOPH M.P.H. core course requirements) with grades of “B” or better before progressing to the Public Health Core and Concentration Courses of the Dr.P.H. program. If the applicant has completed a Master’s degree in a field other than public health, professional public health work experience in one or more of the five core areas may be substituted for the corresponding M.P.H. level courses at the discretion of the College. Applicants who took these courses more than five years ago but who work in the Public Health field may request a waiver. Requests for this waiver must be submitted in writing to [email protected] .
• Grade Point Average (GPA) – Preferred minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 scale in upper division graduate courses.
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) – Submission of Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores is OPTIONAL. However, they may be submitted as evidence of quantitative and analytical abilities (See Item 6 below.) If submitted, official scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), taken within the last five (5) years should be sent to school code 8560.
• Description of Quantitative/Analytic Experience and Ability – This statement (no more than half a page in length) should detail your previous quantitative/analytic experience, such as courses completed (whether or not for credit), quantitative/analytical work completed for research and publications you meaningfully participated in, GRE standardized test scores, and/or work experience. Please use this statement to detail what you have accomplished and if applicable, how you have used your abilities outside of the classroom.
• Verification of Ability  – Provide evidence of the experience/ability included in your description. If courses are being included, please include the grade. This can include the following: Certificates of course completions for online courses; Official standardized GRE/GMAT scores (taken within the last 5 years) sent to school code 8560; Abstracts of research projects or publications – please ONLY provide the abstract and/or a link to access the paper virtually. We WILL NOT review complete thesis/publications/projects; Project deliverables demonstrating analytic/quantitative skill- should you not be able to provide the actual data, please provide a brief description of the project including the tools used and the results. *Transcripts do not need to be provided here, since they are included in your application.
• A score of at least 75 (internet-based test, IBT) or 537 (paper-based test) on the TOEFL and 6.0 on the IELTS is normally required to be considered for regular admission. The official TOEFL and the official IELTS scores may not be more than two (2) years old. Those who do not meet the minimum proficiency standard may be recommended for enrollment in University English courses or for English courses offered by the English Language Program (ELP) on campus. Successful completion of Intensive English Programs (IEPs) at other English Language Program (ELP) providers will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Provide code #5688 to ETS so your official TOEFL scores will post to your SOPHAS application. Request that IELTS send your test results to “Georgia Southern University Graduate” and enter your test report form (TRF) number in SOPHAS.
• Letters of Recommendation – Three (3) letters of recommendation. It is strongly advised that two letters be from individuals who can address your past academic performance and it is encouraged that the third letter is from a work or internship supervisor.
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume – A CV/Resume that includes the following: A CV/Resume that includes the following: a) educational experiences, b) professional goals and objectives, c) work history, d) professional experiences, memberships and/or participation in professional organizations, e) experiences in public health programs. For the Public Health Leadership concentration, a minimum   of 3 years of experience in public health, healthcare, or a closely related area are required. Work experience is not required for applicants to the Biostatistics, Community Health Behavior and Education, Epidemiology, or Health Policy and Management concentrations.
• Statement of Purpose – A Statement of Purpose (700-1,000 words) that conveys the applicant’s reasons for pursuing a DrPH in Public Health and how admission into the program relates to the applicant’s professional aspirations.
• Interview – Interviews (either virtual or in-person) may be required of applicants who pass an initial application review prior to a final decision.

*Some students may be required to take prerequisite coursework prior to beginning the program of study. Conditions of admission will be presented at the student’s first advisement appointment.

Applications for the JPHCOPH graduate programs are accepted for  FALL  admission only.  Applications and ALL supporting documents must be in SOPHAS no later than the  JPHCOPH Application Deadline  to be considered for admission .   It is highly recommended that your application and all supporting documents be received by SOPHAS  at least four (4) weeks  prior to the JPHCOPH application deadline date. 

What does it mean to be verified in SOPHAS? Verification in SOPHAS is the process used to ensure all of an applicant’s coursework was entered correctly and consistently. This standardization is achieved by using the applicant’s coursework to create a standard set of GPAs, ensuring they are compared to other applicants fairly and equally. Several things happen during verification including comparing all components of coursework to the official transcripts received. Each course entered in the transcript entry section is placed under a specific course subject category, and each grade entered is converted to a CAS grade value. Then, GPAs are calculated using the converted grade values. Lastly, degrees are authenticated. Once verification is completed, the applicant’s application status will move from Complete to Verified. An application will not be processed until it is verified and all supporting documents have been received in SOPHAS.

Important: Your application will be marked as incomplete and will not be considered for admission if any of the supporting documents are not in SOPHAS by the deadline date.

• February 1st Deadline

Application Timeline

It is highly recommended that you request official transcripts/foreign evaluations, test scores, and reference letters at least eight (8) weeks prior to the JPHCOPH application deadline date as this is essential to the verification process. Keep in mind that it takes 7-10 business days from the date of receipt to post transcripts and official test scores to your application. Evaluations or Letters of Recommendation are immediately updated once received from your recommender. Please refer to the timeline in the SOPHAS Quick Start Guide .

• SOPHAS Timeline – To ensure your application is mailed (sent) to JPHCOPH on time, all materials should be received by SOPHAS at least four (4) weeks prior to the JPHCOPH application deadline date. Once your application is considered complete, it can take up to four (4) weeks to be processed and verified by SOPHAS.
• Georgia Southern University Timeline – Review of all application will begin immediately after the deadline by the DrPH Admissions committee. Applicants passing an initial review will be notified to schedule a virtual or in-person interview. After all interviews have been completed, decisions will be made and promptly communicated to applicants.
• Wait List – Applicants may be placed on a waitlist to be considered for admission later in the admissions review cycle. In this case, the applicant will be notified by email and offered the opportunity to remain on the waitlist or to be removed from the applicant pool. Waitlist candidates will receive information regarding their updated status on or before May 1 .

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Welcome to the Clinical Psychology Psy.D. Program at Florida Institute of Technology. The program at Florida Tech that leads to a Psy.D. in clinical psychology is accredited by the American Psychological Association* and offers students training based on a practitioner-scholar model that prepares students for entry-level positions as clinical psychologists.  To achieve that goal, we are committed to training students with strong and continually developing clinical competencies, whose clinical work is informed by the scientific and theoretical knowledge base of the discipline of psychology, and whose graduates respect and value cultural and individual difference, and who maintain the highest professional principles and standards.

What Makes Florida Tech's Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology Stand Out?

• Accredited by the American Psychological Association* since 1983
• Opportunities for advanced coursework and practica in emphasis areas: Neuropsychology, Child/Family, Integrated Behavioral Health, and Forensic.
• In-depth training in psychological assessment and integrated psychodiagnostics
• Curriculum that addresses current trends in psychology including Integrated Behavioral Health Care, Clinical Neuropsychology, Assessment, Trauma and Child Psychology
• On-site practicum training facility
• A large network of community-based practicum sites offering many different training opportunities
• Good student-to-faculty ratio, with annual cohorts of approximately 20
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Our program leading to a Psy.D in Clinical Psychology trains students to become practicing clinical psychologists with core competencies in relational/clinical skills, comprehensive psychological assessment, clinical treatment interventions, research and evaluation skills, consultation and education, management and supervision, and diversity issues.

We have several opportunities for advanced course work. These areas are:  

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• Forensic Psychology
• Clinical Neuropsychology
• Integrated Behavioral Healthcare/Health Psychology  

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An applicant must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning. Although it is not necessary for the major area to have been psychology, it is required that those entering without a previous degree in psychology will have completed at least 18 credit hours of psychology coursework at the time of application. These courses must have been taken in a department of psychology, and should include statistics, personality theory, abnormal psychology, learning, physiological psychology and social psychology.

All application materials must be received by December 1 of each year.

Visit the graduate admissions information page for all the information you need to apply to the program. Admissions applications must include transcripts, GRE general test scores, a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, and a resume or CV.

Students we will consider for admission will receive an invitation approximately two weeks prior to our Interview Day, typically held in February. Attendance at Interview Day is VERY strongly recommended.

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Master of Public Health

Become a leader, advocate and influencer for public health and wellness with an MPH degree from our top-ranked nursing school.

Why Earn a Master of Public Health (MPH)?

With a Master of Public Health, you will assume a leadership role in creating and overseeing programs and policies that promote the ideals of public health. This timely degree will prepare you to take on key roles in public health organizations as an epidemiologis t, manager, researcher, educator, advocate or director.

Why Earn Your Master of Public Health at Adelphi in New York on Long Island?

• Benefit from flexible full- and part-time public health master’s program options, with a variety of exciting elective choices in community health, epidemiology, emergency management and global health.
• Graduate with a clear and focused path to your future, with support from your assigned advisor—someone who will be there to guide you from your first day to graduation.
• Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)  accredited

What Can You Do With an MPH Degree From Adelphi University?

A Master in Public Health (MPH) can provide you with valuable knowledge and skills related to promoting and protecting the health of communities.

At the graduate level, individuals are more likely to serve in leadership/management roles, do research/consulting and command a higher income.

While specific opportunities and career paths can vary depending on your interests, here are some potential areas where an MPH from the Adelphi University  College of Nursing and Public Health can be useful.

Public health majors gain research skills through coursework and hands-on experiences. You can assist in public health research projects, analyze health data and contribute to scientific studies.

With an MPH degree from Adelphi in New York, you can work in community health education programs, designing and implementing health promotion campaigns, conducting workshops and developing educational materials to raise awareness about various health issues.

MPH holders can find opportunities in nonprofit organizations, community health centers and advocacy groups. You can work on initiatives related to disease prevention, access to healthcare, health equity, policy advocacy or community outreach.

Public health is a critical component of government agencies at local, state and national levels. You can contribute to public health initiatives, assist in data analysis, participate in policy development or work on health education and promotion programs.

MPH graduates can explore opportunities in international health organizations, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) or global health initiatives. You will engage in projects related to infectious disease control, maternal and child health, health infrastructure development, or health education in resource-limited settings.

A public health degree holder can provide a foundation for working in occupational health and safety roles. You can focus on assessing and reducing workplace hazards, promoting employee well-being, and developing policies and programs to ensure a safe working environment.

With an MPH, you can pursue careers in health consulting firms, where you can contribute to projects involving health policy analysis, program evaluation, healthcare quality improvement or health data management.

Program Vision and Mission

Adelphi University’s Master of Public Health program’s vision is to promote health equity especially among vulnerable and underserved populations on both a local and global scale.

The mission of Adelphi University’s Master of Public Health Program is to provide an exceptional learning environment offering student-centered education, research, and service. We are committed to preparing students to become highly qualified practitioners and research scientists dedicated to improving public health within local communities, regionally and globally.

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Graduate nursing students enrolled in the Adelphi University College of Nursing and Public Health who also are employees of Northwell Health, NYU Langone Health and Nassau County Government are eligible for a 15 percent tuition discount on those graduate programs.

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Adelphi’s public health graduate program has given me the knowledge and skills to effectively contribute to improving the current public health system. My professors and advisors have really harnessed my talents and abilities to ensure that I’m fully prepared to implement what I learned in the classroom out in the real world.

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Our students can combine the MPH with a certificate in emergency management, or advanced certificate in health promotion.

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Designed to give students who have already attained a master’s degree in health studies or related fields the opportunity to specialize in community health promotion.

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The Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), an independent agency overseen by the U.S. Department of Education, recognized our Master of Public Health (MPH) program for identifying, preventing and solving community health problems. This accreditation ensures that students are receiving a high-quality education in public health.

Exceptional Hands-On Learning

At Adelphi, we believe hands-on experience is key to setting our students up for future career success. This is why we ensure our public health students have firsthand public health experience through internships and out-of-the-classroom opportunities. Our students have had the opportunity to enhance their educational experience through internships at:

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• Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

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Applicants must have a minimum 2.85 cumulative GPA on official transcripts and should submit the following:

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• Two letters of recommendation (academic or professional)
• Personal essay
• Official transcripts from all prior institutions and proof of bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution
• Completion of undergraduate statistics course
• TOEFL or IELTS required for international candidates if in the United States for less than three years

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