The program is designed for students who have a previously awarded Master's degree, preferably a Master of Public Health, and at least two years of public health experience
GPA of 3.2 or higher
Three letters of recommendation
Resume or CV
Statement of purpose and objectives
Research Statement
Writing Sample
Mission and values statement
Official GRE scores are waived for Fall 2022 admissions
TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for international applicants
Relevant work/volunteer experience strengthens all applications

The program is designed for students who have a previously awarded Master's degree, preferably a Master of Public Health, and at least two years of public health experience.

A grade point average of 3.2 is required for the DrPH program. The GPA is calculated based on the last 60 undergraduate units, or if the applicant has 12 or more graduate units, the GPA will be based on graduate units.

Applicants should send official transcripts from any college or university attended to SOPHAS (PO Box 9111, Watertown, MA 02471).

Letters of Recommendation
Applicants must provide a minimum of three letters of recommendation from academic advisors, professors, supervisors, mentors or anyone else familiar with their academic and/or professional ability. Letters are submitted to SOPHAS electronically.

Resume or CV
Applicants are asked to submit a resume or CV outlining their academic and professional experience and achievements.

Statement of Purpose and Objectives
The personal statement (maximum of 1500 words) should include:

Why you are interested in the DrPH program
Specific areas of interest in public health related to maternal and child health
Reason for selection of this program
Academic and professional background, including experience/expertise with public health related topics
Future goals and objectives

All international applicants are required to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score. A TOEFL iBT score of 90 or higher is required.

Mission and Values Statement
In 250 words or less (1,250 characters), please describe how you would embrace and support the Mission and the Values of the University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health.

Our Mission: The Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health is dedicated to promoting the health of individuals and communities in the southwest and globally with an emphasis on achieving health equity through excellence in education, research, and service.
Our Values: The Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health acts with respect and integrity to continuously advance health and well-being for all through knowledge, collaboration, empowerment, advocacy and sustainability. Our core values are: Fairness, Trust, Equity, Social Justice, Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Collegiality, Diversity, Open Communication, Participation, Consensus, and Enhancement.

IELTS // An overall score of 7 is required, with a score of no less than 6 on any individual band or module.