Application Review Process
What Happens After I Apply?
Each degree and certificate program has its own admissions committee composed of at least three faculty members.
Holistic Review
The committees review applications for evidence of the applicant’s intent and purpose in studying public health, past academic performance, program-specific academic potential, professional and life experience, English fluency (where required), and other factors such as an applicant’s compatibility with faculty expertise and program directions. Note that GPAs provide a competitive point of reference for admission, but is not alone decisive in the admissions review.
MHA Interviews
Selected applicants to the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program may also be invited for an interview.
When Will I Know If I Got In?
Admissions committees review applications on a rolling basis. They strive to get applicants a decision as soon as possible. This process may take 6-8 weeks after an application is sent to the admissions committee for review. All applicants are notified of the committee’s decision via email.
Early Action program for MPH applicants only:
The Early Action program for the Master of Public Health (MPH) guarantees applicants who submit their completed application by December 1, an admission decision on or about February 15. In addition to their admission status, applicants will be informed about any merit scholarship award offers. All decision notifications will be sent via email.
Early Action is non-binding, non-restrictive. Students choosing to apply by the Early Action deadline need to submit their application materials earlier in the process but will receive an admission decision sooner than Regular Decision applicants.
Scholarships continue to be awarded as they are available after the Early Action deadline.
Admitted Applicants
Admitted applicants will be directed to our website to make their decision on our admission offer. Those accepting admission will be required to make a $250 non-refundable admission deposit, which will be applied toward their student account at the beginning of their admission term.
Who Do I Contact With Questions?
Contact the SPH Student Services Office. sph-ask@umn.edu, 612-626-3500 or (free) 800-774-8636
