Dual MPH/MD Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The University of Chicago offers a joint MD-MPH degree program specifically for students enrolled in its Pritzker School of Medicine. This integrated program aims to prepare physicians for research and leadership positions in various healthcare settings. The MPH component, requiring 1100 units of coursework, is completed over one full-time year. Accreditation details for the MPH portion (e.g., CEPH) are not specified in the provided information.

Delivery Modes

The MPH coursework within the MD-MPH program is delivered full-time over one academic year (three courses per quarter for three quarters). This portion of the program is completed on-campus at the University of Chicago.

Curriculum Overview

The MPH curriculum consists of 1100 units of coursework. A key requirement is a summer practicum experience. The program culminates with an MPH capstone project, which students work on during their final year, concurrently with their remaining medical school obligations.

Admissions Requirements

Eligibility for the MD-MPH program is restricted to current students of the Pritzker School of Medicine at the University of Chicago. Interested students are advised to apply during the autumn quarter of their third year of medical school. The application deadline is January 15th. Prospective applicants should first consult with Dr. Jim Woodruff, Associate Dean of Students at Pritzker. The application, submitted online via SOPHAS , requires the following:

• One letter of recommendation from a current Pritzker faculty member

• Unofficial transcript from Pritzker (transcripts from other postsecondary education are not required for the dual degree program)

• Resume/CV

• Personal statement

• Signed letter of good standing from the Pritzker Associate Dean of Students

Cost & Financial Aid

Students in the MD-MPH program are responsible for tuition covering 11 MPH courses, in addition to their medical school tuition. A 50% tuition scholarship is provided for the MPH portion of the program. For detailed information on MPH tuition costs (which do not reflect this scholarship), students should refer to the University's tuition page .

Career & Practical Experience

The MD-MPH program prepares graduates for leadership and research roles in a variety of healthcare settings. Practical experience is integrated through a required summer MPH practicum. Students also complete an MPH capstone project, allowing for in-depth exploration of a public health topic.