Online MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville offers an online Master of Public Health (MPH) degree designed to prepare students for versatile careers dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of all individuals. The program challenges students to integrate theory and concepts with professional experience, gaining insight into the impact of health systems, policy, and the environment, along with the ability to assess data and programs. The Department of Public Health is committed to improving the health of all communities through policy initiatives, in-person intervention, and data analysis.

Historically, in 1969, the university's MPH program was the first outside a school of public health to receive accreditation. (Note: Specific current accreditation bodies like CEPH are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text).

Delivery Modes

The MPH program is delivered entirely online, comprising 42 credit hours. Students can complete the program in an average of two to three years (approximately 30 months).

Curriculum Overview

The 42-credit-hour curriculum includes foundational courses to establish a core skill set. Featured core courses include:

• PUBH 510: Environmental Health

• PUBH 520: Health Systems, Policy and Leadership

• PUBH 530: Biostatistics (EOC Certified)

• PUBH 537: Fundamentals of Program Evaluation

• PUBH 540: Epidemiology (EOC Certified)

• PUBH 552: Assessment and Planning (Requires 25 or more hours of community service learning)

The program offers five concentrations:

• Community Health Education

• Epidemiology (STEM Designated)

• Health Policy & Management

• Nutrition

• Veterinary Public Health

The degree integrates theoretical and conceptual learning with a required, hands-on professional component.

Admissions Requirements

No GRE is required for admission to the program. Admissions are open for Fall, Spring, and Summer terms.

Cost & Financial Aid

The estimated cost per credit hour is $744 for in-state students and $819 for out-of-state students. These figures are estimations for budgeting purposes and approximate the sum of various fees, including maintenance, online support, library, and program semester fees. For complete and current tuition and fee information, please visit the University of Tennessee OneStop website . A Cost Calculator is also available for planning.

Career & Practical Experience

The online MPH program prepares graduates to become leaders and make a real difference in public health, equipping them for versatile careers. The curriculum includes a required, hands-on professional component, and courses like PUBH 552 involve significant community service learning (25+ hours), providing practical experience.