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Why ODU for an online MPH program?

ODU's Master of Public Health (MPH) is an interprofessional degree program. That means you will connect with students, international and community organizations, and health professionals.

You will complete both didactic and experience-based courses. This will give you a solid foundation of public health knowledge, plus the skills to apply that knowledge in areas such as healthcare management, population-based research, and the community practice of public health.

Focus your studies with one of three concentrations. Our online MPH program culminates in a practicum based in a community organization, so you can practice your new skills and knowledge in real world situations.

Full-time and part-time study is available. This program can be completed in two years with full-time study.

ODU's MPH program is fully approved by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) and fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). To see the CEPH accreditation report or ask questions about this accreditation, please visit the department's website.

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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

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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

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.
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Health Behavior & Health Promotion

Learn how to prevent disease and injuries by promoting health behavior through education, communication, research, and publication.
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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 Course Descriptions 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.

Applied Epidemiology & Public Health Data Analytics

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

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 Course Descriptions 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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Calculating Cost

In-state Virginia Residents

$620 per credit hour*

Out-of-state Students

$642 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2024 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.

Scholarships & Aid

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?

To apply, you should have:

An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.
Unofficial transcripts from all degree-granting programs listing the dates of completion or attendance.

Applicants with a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale are preferred. No GMAT or GRE required.

If you are an international student interested in taking this program online from your home country, please contact the ODU International Admission Office for assistance.

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You may be able to take up to four courses (12 credit hours) as a non-degree graduate student, before you are accepted into a specific degree program.

Please contact us to discuss this option with an expert advisor.

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Online Master of Public Health Degree

Why ODU for an online MPH program?