Online MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The Lamar University Master of Public Health (MPH) online program empowers students to improve quality of life by blending public policy, research, and population health sciences.

A key focus of this unique program is developing solutions for chronic health issues that disproportionately affect low socioeconomic populations.

The program is designed to provide tools for creating and implementing health programs, developing public health policy, and understanding research methods in community public health.

Accreditation specific to the MPH program (e.g., CEPH) is not explicitly mentioned in the provided context.

Delivery Modes

This MPH program is delivered fully online, offering flexibility for students.

It is an accelerated program, allowing for completion in as few as 24 months.

Curriculum Overview

The online MPH program requires a total of 42 credit hours.

The curriculum is structured with 27 credit hours of core courses, 9 credit hours of electives, and a 6-credit hour Capstone course. MPH coursework emphasizes:

1. An understanding of program development and implementation, including data collection methods, decision-making, and problem-solving techniques.

2. An exploration of the challenges to health—including a scientific understanding of causes of, and possible approaches to control, major environmental health problems.

3. Procedures for program administration and interpreting public health programs for individuals and groups from a diverse perspective.

The Capstone course allows students to delve into an area of interest in public health, define and study a problem, collect and analyze data, and discuss findings and implications for future practice or research.

Leveling courses may be required for students who do not hold a bachelor’s degree in a health-related field.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants to the online Master of Public Health program must meet the following criteria:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.

• A minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.5, or a 2.75 GPA in the last 60 hours of the undergraduate program.

• No GRE is required for admission.

Additional application components include:

• Submission of an online application and a one-time $25 application fee.

• Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Candidates must satisfy any necessary undergraduate prerequisites. A review of prior coursework will determine if leveling courses are needed before full admittance.

Cost & Financial Aid

The total estimated tuition for the online MPH program is $14,367. This amount includes university fees and a distance learning fee.

The cost per credit hour is $342.

Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Lamar University offers financial aid options, including grants, loans, and other payment plans. Students can learn more about these options and apply if qualified.

Career & Practical Experience

Graduates of the MPH program are prepared for a variety of roles in the public health sector.

Possible career outcomes include:

• Healthcare Policy Analyst

• Public Health Educator

• Public Health Research Analyst

• Public Health Policy Coordinator

• Healthcare Administrator

• Healthcare Nonprofit Manager

The Capstone course provides a significant practical experience, allowing students to apply their knowledge to a real-world public health problem through research and analysis.