Online MPH Program

Why Choose ODUGlobal for a Master of Public Health?

ODU’s online Master of Public Health is an interprofessional program that brings together students, faculty, health professionals and community partners to improve population health at every level.

Coursework combines foundational public health theory with applied, experience-based learning. You'll build the skills to lead in areas like healthcare management, population-based research and community public health practice.

You can tailor your education through one of six concentrations and complete the program full time or part time. The program culminates in a practicum based in a community organization, where you’ll apply your knowledge in a real-world setting and gain hands-on experience before graduation. With full-time study, the program can be completed in two years.

ODU's online Master of Public Health degree program is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)

The Master of Public Health (MPH) program is accredited through December 31, 2025 by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). The program received its initial CEPH accreditation in June 2000 and was last re-accredited in June 2020 in a report demonstrating full compliance across all CEPH criteria. Currently the program is an approved applicant as a multi-partner school of public health. For more information, see CEPH Applicants. For more information about CEPH, please visit their website.

For questions about CEPH accreditation and to obtain copies of the final CEPH self-study and accreditation report, please contact Ms. Stephanie Ewers, Director of Accreditation at sewers@odu.edu.

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The Joint School of Public Health is undergoing a review by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) for accreditation. Part of this process includes the provision of a third-party comment period, which allows anyone, including students, alumni, faculty, staff, community and practice partners, and members of the public, to share relevant information about the Joint School of Public Health directly with CEPH. If you have any information about the Joint School of Public Health you would like to share with CEPH to inform their review, send your comments to submissions@ceph.org by October 9, 2025.

Bright Outlook

Employment of epidemiologists is projected to grow 27 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.
— Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, May 2024

Program Information

Applied Data Science
Explore data science principles in public health and the health sciences to extract valuable insights using industry-standard tools such as R, SAS, SQL, and Tableau.Learn more about Applied Data Science

Applied Epidemiology & Public Health Data Analytics
Develop strong epidemiological and analytical skills to address pressing public health issues with data management, visualization, and analysis.
Learn more about Applied Epidemiology & Public Health Data Analytics

Epidemiology
Measure and describe population health using data-driven strategies, preparing you to make a meaningful impact in the field.
Learn more about Epidemiology

Global Environmental Health
Study a broad range of 21st century public health issues in the U.S. and worldwide. Topics include air and water quality, climate change, and disaster preparedness.
Learn more about Global Environmental Health

Health Behavior & Health Promotion
Learn how to prevent disease and injuries by promoting health behavior through education, communication, research, and publication.
Learn more about Health Behavior & Health Promotion

Health Management and Policy
Build the knowledge needed to lead organizations, analyze healthcare policies, and drive meaningful change in the healthcare industry.Learn more about Health Management and Policy

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43 credit hours, including a practicum

Online courses are offered in fall, spring, and summer for full- and part-time study. Your exact course of study will depend on the concentration you select.

The practicum can be completed in a community organization local to the student. Your graduate advisor can help identify an appropriate organization for the practicum.

Explore MPH Courses by Concentration in ODU's Graduate Catalog

Are you a current ODU undergrad studying public health? Check out our Linked BSPH to MPH program.

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. This program requires a practicum. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Minimum

43 credit hours, including a practicum

Online courses are offered in fall, spring, and summer for full- and part-time study. Your exact course of study will depend on the concentration you select.

The practicum can be completed in a community organization local to the student. Your graduate advisor can help identify an appropriate organization for the practicum.

Explore MPH Courses by Concentration in ODU's Graduate Catalog

Are you a current ODU undergrad studying public health? Check out our Linked BSPH to MPH program.

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In-state Virginia Residents

$486 per credit hour*

Out-of-state Students

$649 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2025 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

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The newest class of graduates through ODUGlobal celebrated commencement in May 2024.

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Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are.

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Careers

Our concentrations will prepare you for different facets of the public health sector. In general, you will be ready to take on responsibilities such as:

Assessing health status or needs in populations
Designing and implementing programs
Managing administrative functions
Conducting program evaluation and outcomes research
Developing coalitions to meet community needs
Marketing health services
Analyzing the epidemiology of specific diseases
Measuring or assuring the quality of healthcare and public health services and products

Medical and Health Services Managers

Growth

28.5%

Median Salary

$110,680

Epidemiologists

Growth

18.8%

Median Salary

$81,390

Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

Growth

7.3%

Median Salary

$78,980

Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

Growth

11.5%

Median Salary

$100,890

Social and Community Service Managers

Growth

8.2%

Median Salary

$77,030

Compliance Managers

Growth

5.7%

Median Salary

$133,560

ODUGlobal Graduate Admissions Team

Elaine Ross, Assistant Director of Graduate and International Admissions

Contact us at globalgradadmit@odu.edu about admission requirements, deadlines, or anything else you need to know about the application process!

Angel Baker

Applications Coordinator

globalgradadmit@odu.edu

Angela Schlender

Applications Coordinator

globalgradadmit@odu.edu

Ready to Apply?

Applications to the MPH must be submitted though the Schools of Public Health Application Service (SOPHAS).

To apply, you should have:

An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.
Transcripts from all prior degree-granting programs listing the dates of completion or attendance.
Two letters of recommendation.
A 500-word personal essay detailing reasons for your interest in the MPH program.

GMAT / GRE / MCAT not required.

International students: TOEFL (min. 79 on IBT or 550 paper) /IELTS (min. overall band 7.0) required. WES course by course evaluation, if available but not required.

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Online Master of Public Health Degree

Why Choose ODUGlobal for a Master of Public Health?