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Disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, infectious disease control, chronic disease epidemiology, and advanced statistical methods.
Statistical methods for health research, clinical trials design, survival analysis, data science applications in public health.
International health systems, tropical diseases, health in humanitarian settings, global health policy, and development.
Healthcare administration, policy analysis, health economics, organizational leadership, and strategic planning for health systems.
Environmental hazards, occupational health, toxicology, water and air quality, climate change and health impacts.
Health behavior theory, community health promotion, health disparities, social determinants of health, and intervention design.
Women's health, child development, family planning, reproductive health, and pediatric public health programs.
Healthcare delivery, quality improvement, health systems evaluation, implementation science, and patient outcomes research.
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Requirements include bachelor's degree (any field), GRE scores (315+ competitive), TOEFL 100+, statement of purpose, three recommendations, and CV. Strong quantitative skills valued for epidemiology/biostatistics.
Master's programs cost $30,000-$70,000 per year. Top private schools $60K-$70K; public universities $30K-$45K. Total 2-year MPH approximately $100K-$150K including living expenses.
MPH is professional practice degree. MSPH/MS more research-focused. DrPH is professional doctorate for leadership. PhD is research doctorate. Choose based on career goals.
Yes! Research/teaching assistantships common, especially at public universities. Fellowships, grants, and scholarships available. Competitive but achievable with strong applications.
Standard 12-month OPT for all graduates. STEM-designated concentrations (biostatistics, epidemiology, health informatics) eligible for 24-month extension = 36 months total work authorization.
Most programs require GRE. Some waived during COVID but returning to requirements. Competitive scores: 315+ combined, especially strong quantitative for epi/biostat programs.
Federal agencies (CDC, NIH, FDA), state/local health departments, hospitals, consulting firms, pharmaceuticals, NGOs, international organizations. Starting $50K-$70K, senior roles $100K-$150K+.
Both excellent! Johns Hopkins #1 ranked with stronger global health focus. Harvard prestigious with broader connections. Choose based on specific interests and funding offered.
F-1 students can work on-campus up to 20 hours weekly. CPT for internships/practicums. After first year, may qualify for off-campus work in certain circumstances.
Start 18-24 months before intended enrollment. GRE preparation 6+ months prior. Most deadlines December-January for fall admission. Early applications improve funding chances.