Dual MD/MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The MD/MPH program at SUNY Upstate Medical University, offered in collaboration with the Norton College of Medicine, is a dual-degree program designed for students aspiring to careers in both medicine and public health.

It aims to provide a comprehensive and integrative approach to education, preparing graduates to address complex health challenges facing communities locally, nationally, and globally.

Information regarding program accreditation can be found on the university's Program Accreditation page .

Delivery Modes

This is a dual-degree program where students earn both Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Master of Public Health (MPH) degrees concurrently. The program is delivered on-campus.

The MPH coursework is typically completed in a full-time capacity during the first year of the MD/MPH program, known as "Year Zero."

Curriculum Overview

The MPH component requires 42 credit hours. This includes foundational courses, concentration-specific courses, an applied practice experience, and electives.

Foundational coursework (24 credit hours) covers:

• Principles of Epidemiology

• Principles of Biostatistics

• Principles of Environmental Health

• Social & Behavioral Dimensions of Public Health

• Public Health Policy

• Public Health Foundations

• Public Health Research Methods

• Program Planning & Evaluation

Students choose a concentration (9 credit hours), engage in an Applied Practice Experience (3 credit hours), and complete electives (6 credit hours). The program culminates in an Integrative Learning Experience, which is a comprehensive exam.

Admissions Requirements

Admission to the MD/MPH program is integrated with admission to the Norton College of Medicine. Prospective students should refer to the College of Medicine for specific admissions criteria and processes. The Office of Admissions conducts information sessions for those interested in the Masters of Public Health Programs, accessible via the Admissions Events page .

Career & Practical Experience

Graduates are prepared to tackle diverse public health challenges and pursue careers that bridge clinical medicine and public health practice.

A key component is the Applied Practice Experience, providing students with hands-on experience in a public health setting. The Global Health and Translational Science concentration includes an International Applied Practice Experience.