Bouvé College of Health Sciences

Public Health (MPH)

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The Master of Public Health is designed to meet the growing demand for professionals who have the ability to lead in a career that improves, promotes, and protects public health at the local, regional, national, and global levels.

Online
Location
Full-Time
Part-Time
Commitment
1.5-5 Years
Duration of Program
CEPH
Accreditation
Fall, Spring
Entry Terms
No
Meets F1 Visa Requirements
Overview

Northeastern University's Master of Public Health program, offering a concentration in the social determinants of health, is designed to help students master the type of innovative thinking that is needed to confront complex public health challenges, both current and emerging.

Knowledgeable, professionally educated public health practitioners are in high demand. The program trains graduates to meet that demand by equipping them with the technical expertise necessary to tackle complex urban, rural, and local  health problems. Interdisciplinary faculty then pair that technical know-how with the cultural sensitivity required to communicate effectively with, and advocate for, diverse populations, both within the United States and abroad. Students examine how the built environment can affect populations' wellbeing through the lens of the social determinants of health.

Coursework, directed studies, and faculty projects provide students with real-world opportunities to apply newfound research and evaluation skills to areas including health policy, health technology and informatics, mental health, social justice, urban health, environmental health, and public health leadership and advocacy. The program seeks to train racially and ethnically diverse individuals driven by a desire to improve public health at the local, regional, national, and global levels. Graduates leave the program prepared to effectively address the inequities and multi-level public health risks that impact diverse populations.

For more information, visit the MPH program's website.

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Unique Features

  • Fall and spring entry dates
  • Online format provides the most flexibility for working professionals
  • Elective courses may be taken on a wide range of public health topics, including cross-departmental offerings from Northeastern’s other colleges (law, business, social sciences, and more)
  • Community-oriented, 200-hour practicum takes place in a professional public health setting
  • The capstone project allows students to integrate theory and practice experiences in a major research, program planning, policy development, management, service delivery, or evaluation project
  • Graduates are eligible to sit for the Certified in Public Health (CPH) Exam, the only professional certification specific to the field of public health.

Accreditation Description

The MPH in Public Health program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) and is a member of the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health. 

Career Outlook

According to the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, positions in the area of health service management are projected to grow 32 percent from 2020 to 2030—much faster than the average of all occupations.

Common careers (and average annual salaries) for MPH graduates include:

  • Medical & health service managers: $104,280
  • Public health consultant: $82,941
  • Occupational health specialist: $78,000
  • Epidemiologist: $74,560
  • Healthcare policy analyst: $69,059
  • Public health administrator: $68,783

A graduate from the Master of Public Health program has both the technical expertise to address specific urban health issues as well as the strategic and cultural competency needed to interact effectively with and be an advocate for diverse urban populations. Completing your public health training at Northeastern University affords the opportunity to learn from and work with public health professionals striving to improve the health of individuals, families, and communities across Northeastern’s Global Campus Network.

Graduates with an MPH degree are employed in a number of varied professional settings including: federal, state, and local health agencies; universities and colleges; hospitals; ambulatory medical centers; nonprofit organizations; community-based agencies; insurance and pharmaceutical industries; health maintenance organizations; and private foundations.

 

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Admissions

A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern—a top-50 university—can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and hands-on professional experience in the area of your interest. Apply now—and take your career to the next level.

Program Costs

$76.2K *
Tuition

Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships and assistantships.

How to Apply Learn more about the application process and requirements.

Requirements

  • SOPHAS application
  • Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional sources only
  • Transcripts from all institutions attended
  • Personal statement that describes your interest in and commitment to urban public health
  • Resumé/CV
  • TOEFL for applicants who do not hold a degree from a U.S. institution and whose native language is not English
  • Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Interview: The Admissions Committee reserves the right to request an in-person or telephone interview with certain candidates

Are You an International Student? Find out what additional documents are required to apply.

Admissions Details Learn more about the Bouvé College of Health Sciences admissions process, policies, and required materials.

Admissions Dates

Fall
Spring
Priority Deadline: February 1
Final Deadline: June 30
Final Deadline: November 15
Curriculum

Industry-aligned courses for in-demand careers.


For 100+ years, we’ve designed our programs with one thing in mind—your success. Explore the current program requirements and course descriptions, all designed to meet today’s industry needs and must-have skills.

 

Experiential Learning

Northeastern's signature experiential learning model combines academics with professional practice to help students acquire relevant, real-world skills they can apply to their desired industry. Northeastern offers a variety of ways for students to gain experience, some examples include:

  • Practicum (Internship) — Students engage in a required 200-hour internship with a public health organization to apply the skills and knowledge they've learned in the classroom. 
  • In-Class Case Studies — Professors integrate case studies and exercises into the classroom to bring a real-world perspective and relevance to what they’re teaching.
  • Research — Students collaborate with faculty in our more than 30 federally funded research centers, tackling some of the most pressing challenges in health, security, and sustainability.

 

 

Faculty

Our Faculty

Northeastern University faculty represents a broad cross-section of professional practices and fields, including finance, education, biomedical science, management, and the U.S. military. They serve as mentors and advisors and collaborate alongside you to solve the most pressing global challenges facing established and emerging markets.

Students

By enrolling in Northeastern, you’ll gain access to students at 14 campus locations, 300,000+ alumni, and 2,900+ employer partners worldwide. Our global university system provides students unique opportunities to think locally and act globally while serving as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.

Below is a look at where our Public Health & Public Policy alumni work, the positions they hold, and the skills they bring to their organization.

 

  • Where They Work

    • Department of Public Health
    • South End Community Health Center
    • Tufts Health Plan, Public Plans
    • Atlas Research
    • Center for Health Care Strategies, Inc.
    • Cambridge Health Alliance
    • Mobile Heartbeat
    • Massachusetts Department of Public Health
    • Massachusetts House of Representatives, Joint Committee on Public Health
    • Institute for Community Health

  • Job Titles

    • Program Evaluator
    • Director of Community Programs
    • Quality Program Manager
    • Senior Consultant
    • Program Officer
    • Manager of Sexual and Reproductive Health
    • Implementation Specialist
    • Epidemiologist
    • Senior Research Analyst
    • Research and Evaluation Project Manager

 

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