General MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at the University of Toledo is a graduate-level program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to address public health challenges on local, national, and global scales. The program emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach and practical experiences to prepare graduates for impactful careers in epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, health policy, and health promotion and management.

• Diverse career opportunities in government agencies, non-profit organizations, healthcare institutions, academia, and the private sector.

• Focus on impactful work promoting health equity, preventing diseases, and improving community well-being.

• Interdisciplinary approach integrating knowledge from various disciplines for a comprehensive understanding of public health challenges and solutions.

• Mandatory field experience in the student's concentration area to build practical career skills.

• Networking opportunities with professionals and experts in the field.

• Development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills through coursework, internships, and research projects.

The MPH program at The University of Toledo is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). More information can be found on the CEPH website .

Delivery Modes

The University of Toledo offers its MPH program with flexible delivery options:

• Generalist Concentration: Delivered 100% online.

• Environmental and Occupational Health, Health Promotion and Education, and Public Health Epidemiology Concentrations: Offered in a hybrid format, with courses available both in-person (on-campus) and online.

Curriculum Overview

All MPH concentrations require a total of 45 credit hours for completion. The curriculum is structured to provide a strong foundation in public health principles while allowing for specialization:

• Core Courses: 24 credit hours covering fundamental public health sciences.

• Concentration-Specific Courses: 15 credit hours tailored to the chosen specialization.

• Advised Electives: 6 credit hours allowing students to further customize their studies.

A key component of the program is a field experience, where all MPH students apply their learning in a real-world setting within their concentration area. For detailed course information, refer to the Plan of Study .

Admissions Requirements

As a graduate-level program, admission to the MPH typically requires a completed bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. The University of Toledo is now accepting applications for the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 Semesters.

Application processing deadlines for Fall 2025 are:

• International Students: July 4, 2025

• Domestic Students: August 8, 2025

Applications for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 will open by October 1, 2025. Prospective students can apply online .

Career & Practical Experience

Graduates of the MPH program are prepared for diverse career paths in various sectors, including government agencies, non-profit organizations, healthcare institutions, academia, and the private sector. The program fosters networking opportunities to facilitate career advancement and collaboration.

A significant aspect of the program is the practical field experience, which all MPH students undertake within their concentration area. This hands-on experience is designed to build career skills and apply classroom knowledge to real-world public health projects.