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Master of Public Health

Application Deadline: May 30

Overview

The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at Ponce Health Sciences University offers a dynamic, multidisciplinary education designed to prepare ethical and competent public health professionals. The program emphasizes research, education, and community service to equip students with the skills needed to address health challenges locally and globally. PHSU's 55-credit MPH curriculum includes foundational public health concepts with three specialized tracks: general public health, epidemiology, and environmental health. Students in the program will gain expertise in protecting and improving community health through policy development, education, and disease prevention.

Duration

2 Years

Mode

In-Person

Tuition

Resident $401/ Credit Hour

Non-Resident $534/ Credit Hour

Languages

Spanish

English

Start Date: July 2025

Objectives

Conduct Research in Public Health

Lead and participate in public health research projects that align with ethical standards, addressing environmental, behavioral, and population-based health challenges. Disseminate findings through professional journals, conferences, and workshops.

Cultivate Academic Excellence

Provide a high-quality educational experience by maintaining rigorous admissions standards, delivering well-structured courses, and offering diverse instructional modalities to ensure mastery of public health competencies.

Build Leadership Skills

Develop students’ leadership abilities to implement and sustain health initiatives in communities, fostering positive change in public health systems and outcomes.

Promote Community Engagement

Encourage collaboration with communities, government agencies, and private organizations to advance health promotion and disease prevention programs that address social inequities.

Foster Cultural Competence and Inclusivity

Prepare public health professionals to work effectively within diverse communities by promoting inclusivity and reducing health disparities through culturally sensitive practices.

Recruit and Support Qualified Faculty

Attract and retain expert faculty and researchers who contribute to the program’s academic excellence and provide robust mentorship and learning opportunities for students.

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Last Updated 3/28/25