Overview

At Public Health from West Virginia University you will dive deep into the social and political systems shaping population health, gaining the skills to design and manage high-impact strategies that bridge the gap between policy and practice. Whether you pursue a future in government, non-profits, or healthcare leadership, you’ll graduate ready to innovate and lead the way toward a healthier world.

Career Paths

What can I do with a Public Health, M.P.H. degree?

Epidemiologist: An epidemiologist studies the causes and patterns of disease in populations. They design and conduct studies, collect and analyze data, and communicate findings to policymakers and the public.
Health Educator: Health educators develop and implement programs that promote healthy behaviors and prevent disease. They work in a variety of settings, including schools, community organizations, and healthcare facilities.
Public Health Consultant: Public health consultants work with organizations and agencies to develop and implement public health policies and programs. They may provide guidance on disease prevention, health promotion, or emergency preparedness.
Biostatistician: Biostatisticians use statistical methods to analyze public health data and help researchers and policymakers understand health trends and patterns. They work in a variety of settings, including academic institutions, government agencies, and healthcare organizations.
Health Policy Analyst: Health policy analysts’ study and analyze health policies and programs to assess their effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement. They may work in government agencies, advocacy organizations, or consulting firms.
Environmental Health Specialist: Environmental health specialists investigate and evaluate environmental factors that can impact human health, such as air and water quality, food safety, and hazardous waste. They may work in government agencies, consulting firms, or non-profit organizations.
Global Health Specialist: Global health specialists work to address health issues and diseases that affect populations around the world. They may work for international organizations, government agencies, or non-profit organizations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Biostatistics
Epidemiology for Public Health
Building and Sustaining Public Health Capacity
Public Health Prevention and Intervention
Leading and Managing Health Organizations
Systems Thinking in Public Health Practice

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-20 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

42 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Morgantown, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum GPA of 3.0 (preferred)
WVU requires international students to submit English proficiency scores.

Tuition Fees

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19698 USD / year

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19698 USD / year

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19698 USD / year

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Funding

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