General MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The University of Vermont (UVM) offers a Master of Public Health (MPH) program designed to prepare skilled and versatile graduates dedicated to improving public health through practice, research, education, and leadership. The program's vision is "Advancing Health through Education: Innovative. Accessible. Worldwide," with core values including a foundation of diversity, equity, and inclusion; innovation in education; grounding in evidence-based public health; interdisciplinary learning and practice; and a culture of lifelong learning. Developed in collaboration with UVM's Larner College of Medicine, the program benefits from UVM's status as an R1 research institution, recognized for its high level of impactful research. Students can choose a generalist MPH or an MPH with a concentration in Global Health Leadership. The curriculum ensures depth in the six core areas of public health knowledge: Public Health and Health Policy, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Environmental Health Sciences, Health Policy and Management, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

The program is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). More information about the benefits of CEPH accreditation can be found on their website . UVM's specific accreditation details are also available on the program's accreditation page .

Delivery Modes

The MPH program is delivered 100% online in an asynchronous format, offering flexibility for students to balance studies with other commitments. Students can pursue the program on a full-time or part-time basis. Full-time students can complete the program in as few as 15 months, while part-time students may take up to five years.

Curriculum Overview

The MPH degree requires a total of 42 credits. The curriculum structure includes:

• 18 credits of national competency core courses (6 courses)

• 9 credits in required advanced core courses (3 courses)

• 9 elective course credits (3 courses)

• 6 credits of required culminating project experience

The culminating project experience comprises an Applied Practice Experience (APE) and an Integrative Learning Experience (ILE). The APE is a one-credit, work-based learning experience at a public health organization. The ILE requires students to conduct real-world public health research, culminating in a group manuscript and poster presentation.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Prerequisite coursework includes one semester of college biology or other science course, and one course in college algebra, statistics, or a more advanced math course. Required application materials include a resume or CV and a statement of experiences and goals. International applicants must submit TOEFL scores. The GRE is not required for admission. Students must maintain a 3.00 GPA for program completion. Advancement to candidacy requires successful completion of any prerequisite courses and at least 15 graded graduate credits with a 3.00 GPA or better, including all core courses. All students must meet the Requirements for the Master's Degree .

Cost & Financial Aid

Information regarding tuition and fees for the Master of Public Health program is available on the University of Vermont's Student Financial Services website . The program details can be found under the "2023-24 Graduate Programs with Alternate Pricing" section. Prospective students are encouraged to visit this resource for the most current financial information.

Career & Practical Experience

The program prepares graduates for success in diverse public health career settings and empowers them to make a difference in fields such as Behavioral Sciences, Biostatistics, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, and Health Services Administration. The Applied Practice Experience (APE) offers invaluable opportunities to immerse in the field, assess population needs, apply cultural awareness in program design, build stakeholder coalitions, develop communication strategies, and collaborate on inter-professional teams. The Integrative Learning Experience (ILE) synthesizes foundational public health competencies and prepares students for diverse career opportunities or future academic study by engaging them in real-world public health research.