Master of Public Health (MPH)

Distance Public Health Administration & Policy MPH

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Complete your MPH in public health administration, management, and policy fully online.

The Distance Public Health Administration & Policy (D-PHAP) MPH program is tailored to students who have recently completed an undergraduate degree and to individuals returning to school after time in the workforce. The degree is ideal for individuals interested in a career in public and population health, leadership roles in government agencies, nonprofits, health systems, and other organizations that aim to improve the health of populations.

 

Advantages of the Distance Public Health Administration & Policy MPH

  • Efficient. Earn your MPH degree in as little as 21 months (for full-time students) and acquire practical skills including leadership, health policy, and management.
  • Flexible. Online curriculum and fully asynchronous lectures gives you the flexibility to complete your degree on your schedule,from wherever you are.
  • Diverse Perspectives. Learn alongside students from all over the world and benefit from deep peer-to-peer learning.
  • High Ranking. A degree from a top 10 public school of public health provides distinction in competitive career environments.

Program Format

The Distance Public Health Administration & Policy MPH program is delivered in a format that is completely online. The MPH degree can be completed in as little as 21 months. Students are able to start coursework in either fall (early September) or spring (mid January) semester.

Which PHAP Program is Right for You?

Traditional on-campus Executive Distance
The program is on campus, with options for taking some courses online. The program is mostly online, with five short (2-4 day) visits to campus. The program is completely online.
There is no required work experience. You have at least three years of work experience. There is no required work experience.
You want to be embedded in a campus student experience. You want to remain in current location and job. You want to remain in current location and/or job.
You prefer classroom instruction. You value a mix of on-campus interaction and online convenience. You enjoy online instruction.
You value the traditional campus class model. You value the cohort model. You value independence and efficiency.
The traditional PHAP program requires a student visa for international students. E-PHAP is not an option for international students (unfortunately, student visa restrictions will not allow international students to participate in the executive program). No student visa is required.
Explore the traditional program. Explore the executive program. Explore the distance program.
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