Master of Public Health in Population and Health Sciences
The Population and Health Sciences online Master of Public Health curriculum offers working professionals world-class public health training, with the flexibility of an online program. Gain a foundation of public health skills and knowledge that can be applied across a diverse array of roles and industries, and do it completely online.
About the Master of Public Health in Population and Health Sciences
The online Master of Public Health in Population and Health Sciences degree from the University of Michigan School of Public Health provides cutting-edge multidisciplinary education for those seeking to create a healthier world through research, education, and practice. To prepare to become leaders in the field, MPH students build expertise in core public health concepts and customize their learning with skill development in areas like, health communications, health data analysis, environmental health, epidemiology, and more.
The comprehensive MPH curriculum equips students to tackle complex health challenges such as chronic and infectious diseases, obesity and food insecurity, health care quality and costs, climate change and environmental health determinants, and the health impact of socioeconomic inequalities. Each student gains real-world experience through applied practice experiences with professionals in the public health sector.
What You'll Learn
- Analyze and interpret population health data
- Separate fact from fiction in health statistics and health studies
- Communicate and engage with diverse stakeholders around population health improvement
- Dive deeper into a population health field, such as environmental health, healthcare finance, or epidemiology
What You'll Earn
- Master's Degree
- Formal academic degree from the University of Michigan; application required.
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Tuition and Funding
We offer competitive rates for both in-state and out-of-state students. Because U-M is partially state-funded, Michigan residents pay a lower rate. Visit the Online MPH Tuition and Financial Aid Page for detailed information. Rates are subject to change and approval by the Regents of the University of Michigan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions about this degree on the hosting school website.
Distance Education Disclosure
Current and prospective online students are advised to review the notices provided on our Distance Education Disclosures page. This page contains institutional policies and federally required disclosures that impact online students, including information about the state authorization and professional licensure status of the university's online programs, unique complaint procedures available to out-of-state online students, and important notices for international students.
