University of Kentucky · Lexington, Kentucky
Master of Science in Epidemiology (MSEPI)
What Should You Know About Master of Science in Epidemiology (MSEPI) at University of Kentucky?
Master of Science in Epidemiology (MSEPI) is a MS program at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky, offered on campus. It requires Minimum 39 credit hours including a research thesis and takes two years (sample schedule). Published tuition: Standard graduate rate, UK campus: $841.50 per credit hour including mandatory fees (Kentucky resident); $2,100.50 per credit hour (non-resident). The program doesn't require the GRE. University of Kentucky's College of Public Health is CEPH accredited.
Program Details
| Degree | MS |
|---|---|
| Format | on campus |
| Credits | Minimum 39 credit hours including a research thesis |
| Length | Two years (sample schedule) |
| GRE | not required |
| Tuition | Standard graduate rate, UK campus: $841.50 per credit hour including mandatory fees (Kentucky resident); $2,100.50 per credit hour (non-resident) |
| Practicum | Research thesis required |
From cph.uky.edu, reviewed September 27, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.
How This Program Compares
- At $842 per credit, this program is the 26th lowest of 70 MS programs on this site that publish a per-credit rate (median $1,149).
- Estimated tuition is $32,819 (39 credits times the per-credit rate, before fees), against a median of $38,250 across 64 MS programs with both figures.
- Its 39 credits compare with a median of 36 for MS programs, so expect more coursework or a longer program.
- Among 218 programs with a epidemiology track, the median published rate is $895 per credit.
- This site lists 139 on campus MS programs, this one included.
Where This Program Can Lead
Its epidemiology coursework lines up with these jobs (median pay in Kentucky, BLS May 2025):
- Epidemiologist: $78,810
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Master of Science in Epidemiology (MSEPI): Common Questions
How Much Does Master of Science in Epidemiology (MSEPI) at University of Kentucky Cost?
Standard graduate rate, UK campus: $841.50 per credit hour including mandatory fees (Kentucky resident); $2,100.50 per credit hour (non-resident). Tuition is set by the school and changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with University of Kentucky.
How Long Is Master of Science in Epidemiology (MSEPI) at University of Kentucky?
Minimum 39 credit hours including a research thesis, Two years (sample schedule), according to the program page.
Does Master of Science in Epidemiology (MSEPI) Require the GRE?
University of Kentucky doesn't require the GRE for this program, according to its admissions information.
Is Master of Science in Epidemiology (MSEPI) Accredited?
University of Kentucky's College of Public Health is CEPH accredited.