Accelerated MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

Northeastern University's Master of Public Health (MPH) 1-Year Accelerated program trains skilled professionals to promote and protect community health through an innovative, experience-based curriculum with integrated industry partnerships. This program is designed for midcareer professionals seeking to complete their degree in 12 months. Key features include:

• An accelerated, experiential, full-time, asynchronous master’s program focused on public health practice.

• Learning from industry partners and gaining career connections.

• Real-world challenges embedded in coursework and practicum.

• Graduates are eligible to sit for the Certified in Public Health (CPH) Exam.

The 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 (ASPPH).

Delivery Modes & Duration

This is a full-time, 100% online program delivered in an asynchronous format, allowing flexibility for midcareer professionals. The accelerated pathway is designed to be completed in 12 months.

Curriculum Overview

The program requires a total of 42 semester hours. The curriculum includes core public health courses (Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health Administration and Policy, Environmental Health, Health Education and Program Planning, Society, Behavior, and Health), a Social Determinants of Health core (Race, Ethnicity, and Health; Principles and History of Urban Health; Urban Community Health Assessment), and experiential learning through a Public Health Capstone and a Practicum. Students also complete 9 semester hours of elective coursework. A minimum GPA of 3.000 is required for graduation.

Admissions Requirements & Deadlines

Applicants must submit:

• SOPHAS application

• Two letters of recommendation (academic or professional)

• Transcripts from all institutions attended

• Personal statement on interest in urban public health

• Resumé/CV

• TOEFL or IELTS for non-native English speakers without a U.S. degree

• Target GPA of 3.5 (minimum 3.0)

• An interview may be requested.

Entry Term: Fall. Deadlines:

• Priority Deadline: February 1

• Final Deadline: June 1

Cost & Financial Aid

The estimated total tuition for the program is $81,732 for the 2025-2026 academic year. This figure does not include additional fees or other expenses, and tuition rates are subject to change. For comprehensive details on tuition, fees, cost of attendance, and financial aid options, please visit the Student Financial Services website . Northeastern University offers various financial aid options, including scholarships, to help students fund their education.

Career Outlook & Practical Experience

Graduates are prepared with technical expertise and cultural competency for roles in diverse settings such as federal, state, and local health agencies; universities; hospitals; nonprofits; and private industries. Sample employers include Boston Public Health Commission, Ibis Reproductive Health, and The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

The program includes an intensive practicum (3 credits) where students apply skills in a professional public health environment like a hospital, community health center, government agency, or research institution.