Master's Degree in Public Health
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A master’s program in public health is perfect for individuals passionate about improving community health and addressing public health challenges on a global scale. Graduates often pursue careers as epidemiologists, public health analysts, or health policy advisors, specializing in areas such as disease prevention, environmental health, and healthcare management.
Program Overview
The University of Kentucky Master of Public Health (MPH) is a practice-focused graduate degree for people who are committed to building healthier populations. Our nationally-ranked program provides the skills you need to create what's possible: a world with less human suffering, stronger communities, and health for all. The MPH degree is designed to meet the needs of recent baccalaureate graduates planning careers in public health and related professions as well as current public health and clinical practitioners wanting to increase knowledge of population-based issues.
Our Accreditation
Our College of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), an independent, U.S. Department of Education–recognized agency that ensures our programs meet rigorous standards for excellence in public health education. This CEPH accreditation guarantees students receive a high-quality, competency-based education and enhances eligibility for employment and funding opportunities in public health practice and research.
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What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
Admission Requirements
Please view the Graduate School's Admission Requirements. If there are Additional Requirements listed below, those program-specific requirements also apply.
Application Requirements
Please view the application requirements for the Graduate School. If there are Additional Requirements listed below, those program-specific requirements also apply.
Program Specific Requirements
Learn more about admission to the MPH program on the College of Public Health website.
Application Deadlines
Domestic Students
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Fall
- 07/25/2025
International Students
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Fall
- 04/15/2025
”UK College of Public Health was the best choice for me. It has all the resources of a large research institute, but small class sizes that allow you to connect with professors, students, and opportunities; this gives students the best of both worlds."
Allison Merritt
MPH Class of 2018
Explore Funding Options
As a graduate student, there are additional opportunities for student funding. Once you are admitted into a degree-bearing graduate program at UK, you can apply for a wide variety of financial assistance, including assistantships and fellowships. These opportunities can be tied to your program’s availability, so you should inquire with your program director about opportunities available within your program!
Tuition Rate
For residents of the states listed below, this program qualifies you to receive the University of Kentucky's in-state tuition rate through the Academic Common Marketplace.
Delaware
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