General MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

Elmhurst University’s Master of Public Health program prepares students to address complex health challenges locally and globally. The program emphasizes leadership and innovation, equipping graduates to devise multidisciplinary solutions for community health issues.

A key feature is the unique concentration in Public Health Leadership and Innovation. The curriculum is designed with student goals in mind, fostering skills for careers in health care, research, and public policy.

Elmhurst University is an applicant for accreditation by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). The accreditation review will address the MPH program. Other degrees and areas of study offered by this institution will not be included in the unit of accreditation review. For more information, visit the CEPH website .

Delivery Modes

The Master of Public Health program at Elmhurst University is offered 100% online.

Classes are generally asynchronous, providing flexibility for students, though some synchronous sessions may be included. The program is designed for part-time study and can typically be completed in two years.

Curriculum Overview

The program culminates in an applied learning experience in a public health setting chosen by the student. This experience includes a scholarly project that results in a publishable capstone paper.

Students can explore detailed course information via the Public Health Graduate Courses page .

An MBA Option is available for MPH graduates, allowing them to earn an MBA with a specialization in public health in an additional year. More details can be found on the MBA Option page .

Admissions Requirements

Applicants to the MPH program must have completed a basic statistics course with a grade of ‘C’ or better, as this is a prerequisite for several program courses.

An undergraduate degree in public health or a science field is not required; students from diverse academic backgrounds are welcome.

For detailed application procedures, prospective students should consult the Graduate Admission Requirements page .

Cost & Financial Aid

The total estimated tuition cost for the Master of Public Health program is $32,760.

For comprehensive details on tuition, fees, and financial aid, please refer to the University's Tuition and Fees page and the Financial Aid and Scholarships page .

Career & Practical Experience

The MPH program prepares graduates for a wide range of careers in public health. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that 26 million new health care positions will be created by 2030.

Potential career paths include:

• Biostatistician

• Community Health Worker

• Environmental Health Specialist

• Epidemiologist

• Health Care Administrator

• Public Policy Administration

Students gain practical experience through an applied learning component in a public health setting, culminating in a capstone project. Alumni often work in community health and environmental health sectors.