Program Overview
The Master of Public Health in Public Health at Loyola University Chicago is a rigorous postgraduate programme delivered fully online. Designed for graduates and professionals seeking advanced expertise in business & management, the programme develops both theoretical foundations and applied skills essential for today's competitive environment.
Spanning 1–2 years, students engage with cutting-edge research, industry-relevant case studies, and practical projects. Instruction is delivered in English by research-active faculty with professional expertise.
The programme culminates in a dissertation or capstone project. Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles, research careers, and doctoral study in business & management.
Key Program Features
- 100% Online Delivery: Complete all coursework remotely — no campus visits required. Designed for working professionals worldwide.
- Flexible Scheduling: Asynchronous learning options let you study around professional and personal commitments.
- Expert Faculty: Taught by research-active academics and practitioners with deep expertise in Business & Management.
- Diverse International Cohort: Study alongside students from around the world, broadening your global professional network.
- Research-Informed Curriculum: Content grounded in the latest academic research and real-world industry practice.
- Dissertation / Capstone Project: Culminating independent project applying your expertise to an original research question or industry challenge.
- Dedicated Career Support: Access to career coaching, employer networking events, and job placement assistance.
Career Opportunities
Master of Public Health: Career Connections
With an MPH from Loyola, you will be ready to take on any number of leadership roles in this exciting, rapidly growing professional field. Graduates of MPH programs can work in the public and private sectors; in local, state, and federal health departments; and are exposed to a wide range of other disciplines that intersect with public health such as administration, law, public policy, data sciences and social sciences.
Specific job options include:
- Epidemiologist
- Health services administrator
- Regulatory specialist
- Clinical trial administrator
- Occupational health and safety manager
- Environmental health officer
- Biostatistician
- Public health nurse
- Health education specialist
- Policy analysis
- Population health researcher
Because Loyola is a member of the Jesuit network of 27 colleges and universities nationwide, our graduates can access career advising services, resume and interviewing assistance, career fairs and events, and employment listings in our Career Services center , as well as at career centers at other U.S. Jesuit colleges and universities.
Job Outlook
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook is a good place to start exploring the job outlook and pay potential for specific careers and fields that interest you.
Program Curriculum
Program Structure
The MPH program is designed to prepare students for a professional career in public health through transformative education, research, and service. The development of our programs has been guided by the Council on Education in Public Health and the Association of Schools of Public Health Core Competency Development Project.
The 42-credit-hour program consists of 6 core courses, 5-6 track-specific courses, and 2 elective courses. Students must also complete a practicum and capstone project. The MPH can be pursued either full-time or part-time.
The program offers four distinct tracks of coursework in Public Health: Epidemiology , Public Health Policy and Management , Global Health Equity , and Biostatistics .
Epidemiology Public Health Policy and Management Global Health Equity Biostatistics Epidemiology Track The MPH in Epidemiology track provides students with the required skill-set to launch a career in clinical and public health research. Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations, and the application of this study to the control of health problems. In this track, students will learn from practicing researchers to obtain training in research methods. The curriculum is blended with both on-campus evening coursework and online coursework. On-campus coursework is held at the Health Sciences Campus. The MPH in Epidemiology track is the only STEM-designated track within the MPH program. Please note that only the Epidemiology track within the MPH program qualifies international students to receive an F1 student visa. International students are eligible to apply only for the Fall semester. For detailed curriculum, please click here . Public Health Policy and Management Track The MPH in Public Health Policy and Management track provides students with the theoretical, methodological, and practical experience relevant to address the organization, processes, and outcomes of delivering health-related services to individuals and populations. As part of the MPH mission, an emphasis is given throughout the course-work on health disparities and social justice. Students may customize their academic focus in either public health policy, management, or both. The curriculum can be completed entirely online. For detailed curriculum, please click here . Global Health Equity Track The MPH in Global Health Equity track incorporates curriculum that studies the health of populations globally, transcending borders, with the ultimate goal of identifying and eliminating structures and practices of inequity and injustice in order to evaluate and further health equity for individuals and populations. Students engaged in this track have the option of participating in Ignatian Service Immersion activities and/or activities associated with the Stritch School of Medicine’s Center for Community and Global Health. Track-specific courses are typically blended, meaning a combination of online and in-person at the Health Sciences Campus. For detailed curriculum, please click here . Biostatistics Track The MPH in Biostatistics track aims to equip students with advanced skills in statistical techniques and data analysis, with a particular emphasis on harnessing digital data for public health innovation. Biostatistics is an applied discipline concerned with the employment of statistical methods to support the study of health-related events. In this track, students will learn advanced biostatistics methods and statistical computing techniques in order to analyze electronic health records and public health data, and be proficient in data visualization as a reporting tool. The curriculum is blended with both on-campus and online coursework. On-campus coursework is held at the Health Sciences Campus. A Biostatistics graduate assistantship opportunity is available for students. For detailed curriculum, please click here .
Admission Requirements
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Public Health MPH include:
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- 2 Letters of Recommendation
- Resume/CV
- Statement of Purpose
Please note that a 3.0 minimum GPA is recommended.
Prerequisite Course Requirements
Admission to the MPH program requires transcripts that show completed undergraduate or graduate coursework in math (e.g. algebra or, preferably, calculus or statistics), writing, physical and biological sciences, and social sciences.
Statement of Purpose Details
Your statement should describe your reasons for interest in the MPH program at Loyola University Chicago and your future career plans. Your statement should be original and limited to 500-1000 words. If your cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 3.0, please include an explanation in your statement that addresses your GPA.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,069/year (international)
Accelerated Master's Pathway Cost Benefit
This program has an Accelerated Master's Pathway (AMP) for current Loyola undergraduates . Through the AMP, you can lower the cost of a master's degree by earning graduate credits at undergraduate tuition rates (before your undergraduate degree is conferred). Once you graduate with your bachelor’s degree, you will also be eligible for the Returning Rambler Scholarship , offering 25% off graduate tuition.
Tuition and Costs
The estimated tuition and fees for the Public Health MPH totals $ 56910 .00, or 42 credit hours at a cost of $1,355.00 per credit hour. Please note that tuition and fees for all of Loyola's academic programs are subject to change.
For more detailed information about tuition and fees, and a breakdown of how these costs are calculated on a yearly basis, please visit Tuition and Fees from the Office of the Bursar.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health Financial Aid & Scholarships
Robert and Betty Parkinson Scholars Award
Named for Loyola alumni Robert (“Bob”) and Betty Parkinson, the Parkinson Scholars Award honors their commitment to helping ensure access to quality health care and the recognition that such health care is a basic human right. Bob and Betty Parkinson took to heart the Ignatian value of “being persons for others.” The Parkinson Scholars Award supports exceptionally talented students with demonstrated financial need who are dedicated to being “persons for others” and will use their Parkinson education to improve the health and health care of individuals, communities, and systems. Awarded each semester to up to 10 Parkinson students, it includes an $8,000 tuition-restricted scholarship and additional funds to support scholarly activity. Scholars are selected to represent the broad range of the Parkinson School’s disciplines.
Graduate Student Opportunities
The Parkinson School is dedicated to making education both accessible and affordable. Along with potential scholarship opportunities , the school offers paid graduate student positions that provide hands-on experience in research, community engagement, and scholarship. The available positions for incoming Parkinson graduate students are paid roles, with compensation provided bi-weekly, and do not include a benefits package. These positions offer invaluable experience while supporting your academic journey. Learn More More information about scholarships can be found on the Financial Aid Office website.
About Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, United States
Loyola University Chicago is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Credits 60–120 ECTS (confirm with the university)