General MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at Ponce Health Sciences University offers a dynamic, multidisciplinary education designed to prepare ethical and competent public health professionals. The program emphasizes research, education, and community service to equip students with the skills needed to address health challenges locally and globally. Instruction is available in Spanish and English. The program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).

Delivery Modes

The MPH program is delivered in an in-person (on-campus) format at the Ponce campus.

Curriculum Overview

The PHSU MPH curriculum requires 55 credits and includes foundational public health concepts. Students can choose from three specialized tracks: General Public Health, Epidemiology, and Environmental Health. The curriculum is designed to provide expertise in protecting and improving community health through policy development, education, and disease prevention.

Admissions Requirements

The application deadline is May 30 for a program start date in July 2025. Specific admissions requirements, including degree prerequisites, GPA, and other application components, can be found by navigating to the 'Admissions Requirements' section under 'Program Details' on the university's official program page.

Cost & Financial Aid

Tuition for the MPH program is $401 per credit hour for residents and $534 per credit hour for non-residents. The program comprises 55 credits, leading to an estimated total tuition of $22,055 for residents and $29,370 for non-residents. For further information on additional fees and potential scholarships, applicants should consult the 'Tuition, Fees, & Scholarships' section accessible through the program details on the university website.

Career & Practical Experience

The program prepares graduates for careers as public health professionals equipped to address diverse health challenges. Key objectives include developing skills in public health research, cultivating academic excellence, building leadership abilities, promoting community engagement, fostering cultural competence and inclusivity, and ensuring robust mentorship from qualified faculty. These elements aim to foster positive change in public health systems and outcomes.