Public Health, MPH
Master's in Public Health
Applied Student Opportunities
OSU’s graduate degree program in public health allows students to develop and practice public health skills while engaging in specific research of populations or diseases of interest. The Master of Public Health program at Oklahoma State University supplies students with the tools, knowledge and resources needed to successfully participate in public health research and practice. The program prepares students to engage with multiple sectors of the public health workforce. Our faculty have expertise and scholarly work across a variety of areas, including:
- Addiction
- Environmental Health
- Healthcare Administration
- Health Education and Communications
- Global Infectious Diseases
- Public Mental Health
- Physical Health & Wellness
- Rural and Underserved Populations
- Sexual Health
Curriculum
The MPH program focuses on training public health professionals to improve health and well-being of rural and underserved populations. The MPH has an embedded graduate certificate that can be earned as a stand alone certificate (12 hours) or on the way to the full graduate degree completion.
- 42 Credit Hours
- MPH Graduate Program Proposed Curriculum
- Practicum or Thesis
- Students may choose to complete either a thesis or an applied practicum experience.
- The MPH program is an online degree program.
MPH Faculty
The MPH faculty is comprised of researchers and practitioners with a wide array of experience. This includes professors from several different disciplines and departments within the OSU system, as well as those working within large public health agencies (e.g. county and state health departments, community-based organizations), and those administering grant-funded public health projects. This experience is evident in the curriculum development and shared in the online classroom.
Admissions
Admission to the Master of Public Health program is competitive and based on a comprehensive “whole-person” evaluation.
- DeadlinesThere are no official deadlines for the MPH program. OSU admits domestic students in all three semesters; Spring, Summer and Fall, on a ‘rolling basis.’
- Cost
Students enrolled in the Master of Public Health program will complete 42 credit hours during the course of their studies. Additional cost details and OSU’s tuition and fee estimator are available on the Bursar website.
Tuition and fees are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Full disclaimer
Cost will vary when courses are offered across disciplines in multiple OSU academic colleges.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA)
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred however, applicants with a lower GPA are still considered for admission.
- Personal Statement
The personal statement provides an opportunity for the applicant to not only demonstrate skills in effective writing and communication but showcase his/her passion for the field of public health, facets of personal character, and readiness for entrance into a rigorous graduate program of study. The MPH program at OSU seeks to admit a diverse population of students who display a dedication to public health practice and an understanding of the role of public health practice in improving health outcomes.
- Letters of Recommendation
Two letters of recommendation are required from academic or work references.
- Work/Volunteer Experience
The field of public health is a corner stone of community service and outreach. Related experience serving rural populations or otherwise addressing needs for underserved populations is preferred. Related experience does not have to be within the field of public health but may demonstrate dedication to a topic or populations, skills in leadership, etc.