Dual PharmD/MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The direct-entry joint Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)/Master of Public Health (MPH) program at Northeastern University enables students to broaden the scope of their pharmacy training to include a public health perspective. Students who have completed a bachelor’s degree and all prerequisite courses may apply for this dual degree. A key highlight is the ability to graduate with both a PharmD and MPH degree in just five years, saving one full year of study. Graduates are eligible to sit for the Certified in Public Health (CPH) Exam.

Accreditation: The Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)/Master of Public Health program at Northeastern University School of Pharmacy is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).

Delivery Modes

The program is offered on-campus in Boston. It is a full-time commitment. The program meets F1 visa requirements.

Curriculum Overview

This dual degree program is designed to be completed in five years. PharmD/MPH students use one of their advanced practice study experiences to complete their rotation in a public health setting. In the fifth year, students undertake a public health practicum in the fall and a public health capstone in the spring. For detailed curriculum information, please refer to the Program Curriculum .

Admissions Requirements

Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree and all prerequisite courses. Application components include:

• Completed application via PharmCAS

• Three letters of recommendation (recommended sources: pharmacist, supervisor, public health professional)

• Prerequisite coursework

• PCAT scores are optional

• Transcripts from all institutions attended (WES-evaluated for non-U.S. study)

• Personal statement

• Resumé

• Interview

The application opens in July of the year prior to desired matriculation, with an admissions deadline of May 1.

Cost & Financial Aid

The estimated total program tuition is $270,178 for Academic Year 2025-2026. This estimate does not include fees or other expenses, and tuition is subject to revision. Students may explore scholarships, financial aid, and other payment options. For detailed information, visit Student Financial Services .

Career & Practical Experience

The PharmD/MPH dual degree increases opportunities for pharmacists to expand their scope of practice and contribute to societal needs in public health. Demand for public health pharmacists is expected to grow in areas such as quality assurance, medication effectiveness, cost control, drug safety, all-hazards planning, and pharmacy education.

Northeastern's co-operative education (co-op) model provides significant real-world experience. PharmD/MPH students participate in up to three co-op experiences (two required pharmacy co-ops and one optional public health co-op), totaling one full year. During the final year, students complete Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs), one of which can be a public health-oriented placement.