Master of Public Health - Epidemiology

Epidemiology is scientific, systematic, data-driven, and a rewarding academic path if you want to develop an epidemiological orientation to public health problems with an emphasis on methodological and quantitative skills.Our 42-credit master of public health (MPH) in epidemiology is a generalized degree that provides an opportunity to expand your knowledge base, broaden your perspectives, and enhance your research skills. The practicum experience may involve work in governmental, nongovernmental, nonprofit, industrial, and for-profit settings or appropriate university-affiliated settings.

Transcripts: No specific undergraduate courses are required for admission, but successful applicants typically have completed coursework that demonstrates their quantitative ability. Successful students typically have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in their baccalaureate degree.Applicant responses: Each applicant will be asked to respond to a series of questions describing their motivations for pursuing a graduate degree in epidemiology at the University of Massachusetts. Applicants will have the ability to share additional information about themselves for the Admissions Committee’s consideration. Letters of recommendation: minimum of twoRésumé/CVNOTE: The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores are not required and will not be considered or reviewed by our admissions committee.