General MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The Master of Public Health (MPH) at the University of Kentucky is a career-focused, practice-based graduate degree designed for individuals dedicated to building healthier populations. This nationally-ranked program aims to equip students with the skills to address critical public health issues, focusing on reducing human suffering, increasing access to care, and promoting health equity for all. While specific accrediting bodies like CEPH are not explicitly mentioned in the provided context, the program is described as nationally-ranked.

Delivery Modes

The MPH program offers flexibility with multiple delivery modes:

• On-campus: Concentrations such as Epidemiology, Health Behavior, and Environmental Health are available primarily on-campus.

• Online: The Health Management & Policy concentration is offered fully online. More details can be found on the Online MPH Concentration page .

• Accelerated: The University of Kentucky’s Accelerated Master’s Pathways (AMP) allows highly motivated students to earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in a condensed timeframe, typically five years for the combined degrees. More information is available on the Accelerated Master's Pathways page .

Curriculum Overview

The MPH program requires the completion of 43 credit hours. It is designed for both recent baccalaureate graduates and current public health and clinical practitioners seeking to enhance their knowledge of population-based issues. The curriculum includes:

• Core public health disciplines.

• Specialized coursework within one of four concentrations: Epidemiology, Health Behavior, Environmental Health, or Health Management & Policy.

• A practicum experience, providing students with hands-on application of their skills in a real-world public health setting.

Further details about the curriculum can be found on the Academics & Curriculum page .

Admissions Requirements

Applicants from any major field with a bachelor's degree are considered. Key requirements include:

• A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75.

• For applicants with prior graduate work, a minimum graduate GPA of 3.0.

• The program is test-optional; applicants may choose to submit official GRE, GMAT, or MCAT scores.

Application requirements and procedures are consistent for both online and on-campus programs. Detailed information is available on the Admissions page .

Career & Practical Experience

Graduates of the MPH program are prepared for leadership roles and impactful careers in various sectors. The program emphasizes practical, real-world experience.

• Target Careers: Alumni often work in government agencies, non-profit organizations, health care systems, universities, and state and local health departments.

• Practical Experience: A key component of the MPH is the practicum, where students apply their learning to address public health challenges in professional settings. This experience helps build a network and prepare for future employment.