MPH with Epidemiology Emphasis/Concentration

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology program at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health offers students comprehensive training in epidemiology alongside broad exposure to other public health disciplines. The curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation in epidemiologic and biostatistical methods, critical appraisal of epidemiologic literature, and opportunities for hands-on application of learned concepts. Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths in government, non-profit organizations, industry, and academic settings.

Specific accreditation details for this program (e.g., CEPH) are not explicitly mentioned in the provided context, though the Rollins School of Public Health is broadly accredited.

Delivery Modes

The MPH in Epidemiology program is primarily offered on-campus. A part-time format is available for students needing flexibility. The program can also be pursued as part of a dual degree, including an accelerated BA/MPH in Human Health and Epidemiology for eligible Emory Human Health students.

Curriculum Overview

The program requires the completion of 42 credit hours. Key components include:

• Core coursework in epidemiologic and biostatistical methods.

• An Applied Practice Experience (APE), requiring 200-400 hours in a public health setting.

• An Integrative Learning Experience, typically fulfilled through a thesis.

Students can also pursue certificates in areas like Genetic and Molecular Epidemiology, Maternal and Child Health, and Socio-Contextual Determinants of Health for deeper specialization. A link to the detailed curriculum is available: Curriculum PDF .

Admissions Requirements

Applications are submitted via SOPHAS . Required materials include:

• Personal statement addressing interest in public health, Rollins, and career goals.

• Resume.

• Two letters of recommendation.

• College transcripts.

Prerequisites include one college-level math course and one college-level science course. There are no specific GPA or GRE score cutoffs, but a minimum preferred GPA of 3.0 is noted. The average GPA for recently admitted students was 3.5. GRE scores were optional for Fall 2022 admission. For detailed requirements, see the Admissions section .

Cost & Financial Aid

Specific tuition amounts are not detailed on this page. For information on tuition, fees, and financial aid opportunities, please refer to the official Tuition Costs page .

Career & Practical Experience

MPH graduates in Epidemiology find employment in diverse settings, including federal agencies (e.g., CDC), industry, research institutions, and state/local health departments. The program aims to equip students with skills to identify, collect, manage, analyze, interpret, and report population-based data for disease control and prevention.

A key component is the Applied Practice Experience (APE), a 200-400 hour engagement where students apply their skills in a professional public health environment. This can often be fulfilled through part-time work, assistantships, or internships. More details on alumni careers can be found in the 2018 Graduation Report for EPI .