Reno, Nevada
University of Nevada-Reno MPH Programs
What Public Health Degrees Does University of Nevada-Reno Offer?
University of Nevada-Reno offers 3 MPH programs and 1 related public health master's degree. 1 MPH is offered online. Its School of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Published tuition starts at $383 per credit (2026-27).
3 MPH Programs at University of Nevada-Reno
- MPH
Master of Public Health (in Person) at University of Nevada-Reno
University of Nevada-Reno · RenoOn campusGRE optionalSOPHAS2 concentrations- Credits
- 42
- Tuition
- $383/cr
CEPH - MPH
Master of Public Health in Epidemiology at University of Nevada-Reno
University of Nevada-Reno · RenoOn campusGRE optionalSOPHAS- Credits
- 42
- Tuition
- $383/cr
CEPH - MPH
Online Master of Public Health in Public Health Practice at University of Nevada-Reno
University of Nevada-Reno · RenoOnlineGRE waivableSOPHAS- Credits
- 45
- Tuition
- $32,850 total
CEPH
Admissions and Cost at University of Nevada-Reno
| Program | GRE | Application | Published tuition | Estimated tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Public Health (in person) | optional | SOPHAS | Academic year 2026-2027 base graduate tuition of $383.25 per credit, varying by residency | $16,097 |
| Master of Public Health in Epidemiology | optional | SOPHAS | Academic year 2026-2027 base graduate tuition of $383.25 per credit, varying by residency | $16,097 |
| Online Master of Public Health in Public Health Practice | waivable | SOPHAS | $730 per credit hour; base tuition $32,850 for the program, plus student fees and School of Public Health differential fees (total $37,035 as listed) | |
| M.S. in Health Analytics and Biostatistics | optional | SOPHAS | Academic year 2026-2027 base graduate tuition of $383.25 per credit, varying by residency | $13,797 |
From University of Nevada-Reno's own program and tuition pages, reviewed September 27, 2026. SOPHAS is the centralized application for schools and programs of public health. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees with the school. Blank cells: the program page doesn't state that detail.
How University of Nevada-Reno Compares
University of Nevada-Reno's lowest published MPH rate, $383 per credit, is below the national median of $842 (12th lowest of 213 MPH programs that publish a per-credit rate). Its MPH requires 42 to 45 credits, against a national median of 42. It awarded 174 public health master's degrees in 2022-23, 1st of 2 in Nevada and 47th of 317 schools on this site.
| University of Nevada-Reno | Nevada median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition per credit (lowest MPH) | $383 | $383 | $842 |
| MPH credits | 42–45 | 42 | 42 |
Medians across MPH programs on this site that publish the figure, September 2026. Estimated tuition is the per-credit rate times the credits, before fees; the MPH cost and loan calculator adds fees and federal loan limits.
Dual Degrees With the MPH at University of Nevada-Reno
- M.D./MPH (not formally integrated; separate admission to each program)
- Accelerated B.S./MPH in Epidemiology
- Accelerated B.S./MPH in Public Health
Graduate Certificates in Public Health at University of Nevada-Reno
- Epidemiology and Biostatistics Graduate Certificate (12 credits)
- Online Public Health Practice Graduate Certificates (Public Health Data Management and Analysis; Public Health Management; Public Health Program Development) (10 credits each), online
Doctoral Programs in Public Health at University of Nevada-Reno
- Ph.D. in Public Health (social and behavioral health) (on campus)
- Ph.D. in Epidemiology (on campus)
Is University of Nevada-Reno Accredited for Public Health?
Its School of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). CEPH lists its next review as 7/1/2026. CEPH accreditation is the public health field's own quality review, and graduates of CEPH-accredited schools and programs can sit the Certified in Public Health (CPH) exam on the strength of their degree. How CEPH accreditation works.
Federal data (IPEDS) show University of Nevada-Reno awarded 174 public health master's degrees in 2022–23.
Careers University of Nevada-Reno's MPH Concentrations Lead to
| Job | Median pay | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Epidemiologists | $99,880 | 80 |
| Health education specialists | $62,120 | 270 |
| Community health workers | $57,730 | 670 |
| Medical and health services managers | $119,990 | 5,360 |
Pay in Nevada, BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Similar MPH Programs to Compare With University of Nevada-Reno
CEPH-accredited MPH programs at other schools that share a concentration with University of Nevada-Reno and are offered online, closest in per-credit price:
- MPH
Master of Public Health at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
University of Nevada-Las Vegas · Las Vegas, NVOn campusOnlineGRE optional5 concentrations- Credits
- 47
- Tuition
- $383/cr
- Length
- 2 yr
CEPH - MPH
Master of Public Health (Online) at University of West Florida
University of West Florida · Pensacola, FLOnline3 concentrations- Credits
- 42
- Tuition
- $386/cr
- Length
- 18–24 mo
CEPH - MPH
- Credits
- 45
- Tuition
- $445/cr
- Length
- 2 yr
CEPH - MPH
Master of Public Health at Georgia State University
Georgia State University · Atlanta, GAOn campusOnlineNo GRESOPHAS6 concentrations- Credits
- 42
- Tuition
- $464/cr
- Length
- 2 yr
CEPH - MPH
Master of Public Health at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University · Brooklyn, NYOn campusOnlineSOPHASAccelerated6 concentrations- Credits
- 42
- Tuition
- $471/cr
- Length
- 1 yr
CEPH
University of Nevada-Reno MPH: Common Questions
Is University of Nevada-Reno's MPH CEPH Accredited?
Its School of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). CEPH lists its next review as 7/1/2026.
Does University of Nevada-Reno Offer an Online MPH?
Yes. Online Master of Public Health in Public Health Practice is offered online.
How Much Does the MPH at University of Nevada-Reno Cost?
Master of Public Health (in person): Academic year 2026-2027 base graduate tuition of $383.25 per credit, varying by residency. Master of Public Health in Epidemiology: Academic year 2026-2027 base graduate tuition of $383.25 per credit, varying by residency. Online Master of Public Health in Public Health Practice: $730 per credit hour; base tuition $32,850 for the program, plus student fees and School of Public Health differential fees (total $37,035 as listed). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
Does University of Nevada-Reno Require the GRE for Its MPH?
University of Nevada-Reno treats the GRE as optional for Master of Public Health (in person); policies differ by program, so check each program page.
How Many Credits Is the University of Nevada-Reno MPH?
Master of Public Health (in person): 42 credits. Master of Public Health in Epidemiology: 42 credits (STEM-designated). Online Master of Public Health in Public Health Practice: 45 credits.
What MPH Concentrations Does University of Nevada-Reno Offer?
Health Administration and Policy, Social and Behavioral Health and Epidemiology.