Dual BS/MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The University of Evansville offers an accelerated five-year dual-degree program that allows students to earn both a Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH) and a Master of Public Health (MPH). This integrated program is designed to provide students with strong credentials for entering the public health field. Accreditation information for the MPH program is not specified in the provided context.

Delivery Modes

The BSPH/MPH dual-degree program is delivered as a full-time, on-campus experience, with the curriculum integrated over five years.

Curriculum Overview

The MPH component of the dual-degree program requires 44 graduate credit hours, typically completed during the fourth and fifth years of study. The curriculum focuses on Health Policy and covers core public health disciplines. Key graduate courses include:

• PH-501 Epidemiology

• PH-509 Environmental Health

• PH-515 Health Behavior

• PH-525 Biostatistics

• PH-542 Health Systems & Policy

• PH-580 Programs, Problems, & Policies

The program culminates with an Integrative Experience (PH-590) and a Public Health Internship (PH-598) in the fifth year.

Admissions Requirements

Admission to the MPH component of the dual-degree program is for current University of Evansville public health majors. Applicants should apply during the spring semester of their junior year. Key requirements include:

• Completed application (Deadline: January 15).

• Minimum 3.0 GPA at the time of application.

• Personal statement addressing: (1) current public health-related career goals, and (2) how an MPH degree in Health Policy will help attain these goals.

• An interview (scheduled after application submission).

Decision notifications are sent by March 1.

Career & Practical Experience

The BSPH/MPH program aims to equip graduates with strong credentials for entry into the public health field. A key component of practical experience is the required Public Health Internship (PH-598).