Public Health Department

The bachelor of science in public health prepares students to improve community health through hands-on learning and coursework that connects health with fields like policy, behavior and the environment.

This four-year, on-campus degree includes a 30-credit core and a 15-credit concentration in addiction studies, community health education or healthcare management.

Earn two degrees in four years and prepare to lead at the intersection of health and business.

This dual degree combines a public health major from the Maxwell School with a management major from the Whitman School, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to improve health systems and drive change in the business of health care.

The master of public health (MPH) is a globally focused program that equips students to address health challenges through applied research, policy and community-based practice.

The MPH is a 42-credit hour, two-year program that includes a global health concentration.

Earn both a master of public health from the Maxwell School and a master of business administration from the Whitman School to prepare for cross-sector leadership.

The MPH/MBA dual degree program is an 81-credit hour, three-year program that prepares students for careers that require an understanding of both business and public health.