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Overview
Public health is a field for people who care about the greater good of human beings. At the University of Pittsburgh we offer a master degree in Epidemiology.
If that sounds self-important, consider this: Millions of people are alive today thanks to a handful of public health initiatives, such as vaccination programs, motor vehicle safety laws, restrictions on the use of tobacco, family planning, and clean air and water standards.
The field of public health is constantly evolving in response to the needs of communities and populations around the world. The underlying mission of public health is to improve the conditions and behaviors that affect health so that all people can attain it. That mission includes not only the practice of public health policy, but the research of public health issues and the education of future leaders who eventually will translate that research into practices and policies to improve the health of people regionally, nationally, and globally.
Careers
Recent graduates hold positions with the following:
- research assistant positions at state, county, and local health departments
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- National Institutes of Health, including National Cancer Institute and National Institute on Aging
- hospitals
- pharmaceutical companies
- medical and dental school
- PhD programs in epidemiology or biostatistics
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Pathology Across the Life Span
- Principles of Epidemiology
- Independent Study
- Infection
- Electives
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
45 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Public Health Human Medicine Epidemiology View 1406 other Masters in Public Health in United StatesAcademic requirements
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- All applicants must have mathematical preparation appropriate for entrance into Principles of Statistical Reasoning, through either previous collegiate coursework or advanced placement coursework reflected on the college transcript.
- An ETS administered advanced placement test score of three or higher in calculus or a GRE quantitative score at or above the 70th percentile is also evidence of acceptable preparation.
- MHA, MPH, and certificate applicants must have six college credits in behavioral and social sciences (with a C or better).
Tuition Fee
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International
49662 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 49662 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
49662 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 49662 USD per year during 24 months. -
In-State
29266 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29266 USD per year during 24 months.
Part-time: LOCAL: $1,190 per credit NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL: $2,031 per credit
Living costs for Pittsburgh
1148 - 1944 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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