College of Public Health

Master of Public Health

42

credit hours

42

graduate students

4

concentrations

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Dr. Richard Ingram

Director of Graduate Studies

College of Public Health

College of Public Health

111 Washington Avenue

Lexington, KY 40536

Program website

859-257-5678

  • MPH

A defining characteristic of the area of public health is its focus on population groups rather than individuals. Public health professionals are concerned with the health of communities, relying heavily on collaboration with local, state, and national entities to improve the health status of their targeted populations. With the current interest in health care reform, bioterrorism and preparedness, concerns over managed care, and other factors impacting the nation’s health care system, the need for highly trained public health professionals is increasing. 

Master of Public Health Program Description

The MPH degree is designed to meet the needs of recent baccalaureate graduates planning careers in public health and related professions. Current public health and clinical practitioners wanting to increase their knowledge of population-based issues seek this degree. Because of the breadth of the public health profession, an applicant with a bachelor’s degree in any major field will be considered for admission to the program. However, an educational background that includes a conceptual knowledge of anatomy and physiology will offer the student more flexibility in the selection of an area of concentration.

Master of Public Health Degree - Application Requirements

STEP 1: Apply to the MPH program using SOPHAS by April 1. Requirements for this application are below:
  • Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
  • CV
  • Personal Statement
  • Writing Sample
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • The MPH program is now test-optional. You may submit official GRE, GMAT or MCAT scores if you choose.
 
STEP 2: "If offered admission through SOPHAS, apply to the UK Graduate School following your SOPHAS application decision. 
Applicants must meet the Graduate School admission requirements.
Application Deadlines

Fall:  April 1

Applications are not accepted for the Spring or Summer semesters.

Admissions Officer Contact Information

Glenn Means
Admissions & Recruitment Officer

111 Washington Ave. STE 120
859-323-8763
ukcph@uky.edu


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a profile photograph of Richard Ingram

Dr. Richard Ingram

Director of Graduate Studies

College of Public Health

College of Public Health

111 Washington Avenue

Lexington, KY 40536

859-257-5678