Overview
Duration
2 Years
Mode
In-Person
Tuition
Resident $387/ Credit Hour
Non-Resident $516/ Credit Hour
Languages
English
Spanish
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.