MPH in Health Policy
MPH in Health Policy
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Program Overview
The MPH in Health Policy provides students with a broad understanding of how federal, state, and local policies shape the U.S. health care system. In addition to core courses, students in this program take a concentrated set of courses in a particular field like vulnerable populations or health outcomes. Graduates are well qualified to practice in the private health care industry, nonprofit sector, and government.
Curriculum
Required Courses
An MPH in Health Policy requires 42 credit hours of coursework, including an applied practice experience and integrative learning experience.
Outcomes
Skills & Opportunities
Our program prepares graduates to work in a variety of sectors and positions focused on health policy.
Critical Skills Gained:
- Accounting
- Health care system operations
- Health law
- Health policy
- Policy analysis
Job Opportunities:
- Health care analyst
- Health policy analyst
- Project manager
Admissions
Admissions Requirements
In addition to the SOPHAS application, all applicants will need to submit the following materials when applying to the MPH in Health Policy.
- Personal statement
- College transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation
- Resume
The GRE is not required for admission and will not be considered as part of the application for admission.
Contact
Get in Touch:
Sarah Blake, PhD, director of graduate studies