Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ's MPH program provides graduates with an advanced understanding of the public health sciences and skills that can be utilized in multiple career fields. The Program prepares individuals for careers in the field of public health, incorporating knowledge and skills that can be utilized in healthcare management, population-based research, and the community practice of public health. Students complete both didactic and experience-based courses, culminating in a community organization-based Practicum that provides students the ability to combine their classroom-based learning with "hands-on" public health projects. MPH is an applicable graduate degree for students from any discipline.
Program Highlights
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Contribute to the JSPH vision to be a center of excellence in the advancement and the application of knowledge in public health. Student centered Learning and Active Student involvement in public health in the region.
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Dynamic involvement with community engagement projects
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Mentoring from leaders in the public health field
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Opportunities to explore and research current public health issues
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Program fees and tuitions rates are favorably competitive with other MPH programs
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Fosters Diversity and inclusiveness and be part of the community
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The Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) program is fully accredited by the .
Careers
Check out these ideas from Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ's Center for Career & Leadership Development and the . A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Medical and Health Services Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.
Industrial Safety and Health Engineers
Plan, implement, and coordinate safety programs, requiring application of engineering principles and technology, to prevent or correct unsafe environmental working conditions.
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.
Compliance Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.
Alumni Careers
Requirements
International Students: TOEFL (min. 79 on IBT or 550 paper) /IELTS (min. overall band 7.0) required. course by course evaluation, if available but not required.
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Minimum GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale
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Tests | The MPH does not require the GRE, GMAT or MCAT Â
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Recommendations | 2 recommendations need to be academic and/or professional Â
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Essay | 500 word personal statement detailing reasons for interest in the MPH Program
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Transcripts | From all prior institutions
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Cost of Attendance
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Review the estimated tuition rates for the 2024-25 academic year (subject to change). Non-resident rates are charged for anyone who is not a current Virginia resident, including international students.
Ways to Fund Your Degree
There are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ, including scholarships, assistantships, and student loans. For more details about financial aid at Old Dominion, visit the Financial Aid Office page.
Student Assistantships
Student assistantships are available on a Competitive basis
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