Program Description
The MPH in Population Medicine (online and on-campus) provides the public health core foundation, plus intermediate training in epidemiology, biostatistics, clinical preventive services and chronic and infectious diseases. It complements an existing career in patient care, such as medicine or dentistry, for an expanded understanding of health on a population level. The program is offered both on campus and online.
Program Length
1.5 to 2 years (6 to 8 quarters)
Possible Careers
Physician leader, Research Analyst, Researcher, Population Health manager
Application Deadlines
There are currently no published application deadlines.Admissions Requirements
A health-care-related degree (Bachelor's or master's degree with two years of postgraduate, direct patient-care experience (e.g., nursing, social work, dental hygiene, physical therapy, occupational therapy, psychology) or acceptance into or completion of clinical practice-related doctoral degree program (e.g., M.D., D.O., D.D.S., D.N.P., D.P.T., Pharm.D.). Must have completed at least two years in a clinical program., transcripts from all universities attended, three letters of reference, and official GRE scores (note: if your cumulative undergraduate GPA is a 3.2 or higher, the GRE requirement can be waived).
Prerequisites
Anatomy and/or physiology (one course) and Behavioral science (one course)
Expected Cost of Attendance
The following estimated cost of attendance is based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. Estimated amounts may vary based on a number of factors. Students may use these estimates when applying for financial aid.
Required Program Costs
Academic Year 2024-2025
Year of Program Months Enrolled |
Year 1 9 |
Year 2 12 |
---|---|---|
Tuition & Fees | $29,055 | $32,090 |
Books, Materials, Supplies & Equipment Allowance (May or may not be purchased through the school) |
$480 | 0 |
Other Educational Costs
Non-required costs that can be funded with scholarships/loans.
Notes
- Estimated amounts are for the academic year specified only. Amounts are based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on these amounts.
- Amounts are expected to increase each year consistent with inflation in the professional education sector.
- To qualify for financial aid, most students must be enrolled at least half time in an aid eligible program and be taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.