Master of Public Health in Epidemiology

Epidemiology is a fundamental science of public health, defined as the study of the distribution and determinants of disease and disability in populations. Although epidemiology is historically rooted in the study of the causes of infectious diseases (epidemics), epidemiology now encompasses the study of the full gamut of conditions that impacts the health and well-being of people, families, and their communities.
The MPH with a Concentration in Epidemiology is a professional degree intended for individuals who wish to obtain a broad understanding of public health, with an emphasis on epidemiologic principles and quantitative research methods. The knowledge and skills obtained through the concentration will enable graduates to characterize the health status of communities, critically evaluate research on determinants of health-related events, formulate strategies to evaluate the impact of health-related interventions and foster the application of epidemiologic methods for health promotiondisease prevention activities at the community level.

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.
  • 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