Overview

Through coursework and learning experiences in the field, MPH students receive training to provide service and leadership in public health in the state of Georgia, for the nation, and around the globe. The two-year MPH program at the University of Georgia College of Public Health is designed for health professionals who wish to expand their skills, knowledge, and expertise, and for students who wish to build a career in public health.

Quick Facts:

Students can choose one of seven concentrations areas: Biostatistics, Disaster Management, Environmental Health Science, Epidemiology, Gerontology, Health Policy and Management, and Health Promotion and Behavior. The College also offers a number of dual degree options allowing students to pair the MPH with an undergraduate or graduate degree in another field of interest.
Students in the Master of Public Health (MPH) program at the University of Georgia College of Public Health complete five courses related to the five areas of public health, courses in the area of concentration, plus a number of elective courses. Core courses are Social and Behavioral Foundations, Introduction to Epidemiology, Introduction to Biostatistics, Fundamentals of Environmental Health, and Introduction to Health Policy and Management.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biostatistics

Epidemiology

Environmental Health

Health Policy and Management

Social & Behavioral Foundations in Public Health

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

44 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum GPH of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is recommended for consideration during the admissions process.

Online SOPHAS application and fee. MPH degree program applicants must apply via the Schools of Public Health Application Service (SOPHAS). For detailed information, please visit the SOPHAS website.
Official academic transcripts.
A resume/CV and statement of purpose.
Three letters of recommendation.

World Education Services (WES) Course Evaluations. Only WES evaluations of international coursework are accepted for inclusion in your SOPHAS application. Any WES-evaluated coursework cleared through SOPHAS will be reviewed once both application steps are fully completed. For specific details, please refer to www.wes.org/sophas.
Certificate of Finances (COF) Form and Visa Information. Please visit the UGA Graduate School website for more information.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

30182 USD / year

≈ 30182 USD / year
Out-of-State

30182 USD / year

≈ 30182 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9808 USD / year

≈ 9808 USD / year

Living costs

Athens

United States

720 - 1170 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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