公共卫生哲学博士学位

All applicants to the PhD in Public Health must hold an undergraduate or first professional degree from an accredited institution. We suggest, but do not require, that you hold either a Master of Public Health degree or equivalent graduate coursework to apply. If you do not have these credentials, you can complete the required coursework in the first year of the PhD program.

Prior academic performance: Usually at least a cumulative 3.3 GPA in prior undergraduate and graduate programs and have received A or A- grades in quantitative courses

Work and research experience: Usually 2-3 years of relevant experience, including professional, research, publications, internships or volunteer

Statement of purpose: Evaluated for evidence that the applicant understands the program and the field, can clearly articulate professional and academic goals, and has carefully considered how the program will help them achieve those goals

Writing sample: Help the admissions committee understand the applicant's critical and analytical skills, facility in writing, and potential as a future researcher

Recommendations: Evaluated for the extent to which recommenders indicate the applicant's potential for advanced graduate training and career in public health

Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are not required to apply to the PhD program.

Personal interview (if invited)

TOEFL scores from applicants for applicants whose native language is not English and who have not completed a previous degree at an accredited U.S. college or university, A minimum score of 100 on the internet-based test is required.