Program Overview
The Public Health at Washington University in St. Louis is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Public Health programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 34,292 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Saint Louis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations in Public Health
- Cross-Cutting Themes
- Public Health Seminar
- Practicum
- Transdisciplinary Problem-Solving in Public Health
- Research Methods
- Skill Labs
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admissions decisions are based primarily on a review of the following:
- Your commitment to the mission of the Brown School.
- Your undergraduate GPA over the last 60 \xc2\x96 75 semester credit hours (90 \xc2\x96 105 quarter credit hours) on transcripts provided at the time of application. The Brown School requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Additional academic work you may have undertaken following completion of an undergraduate degree, if applicable.
- Your score on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), especially the quantitative reasoning score. (Scores from other admissions tests may be submitted instead.)
- Specialized training(s) relevant to the degree program completed by applicant.
- Your human service-related experience (paid, volunteer, research and internship).
- Recommendation letters and/or forms submitted.
- You may also submit an optional statement explaining any concerns you have about your application, including extenuating circumstances that should be considered as we review your academic history.
The MPH program requires that you complete an undergraduate campus-based human biology course with a grade of \xc2\x93B\xc2\x94 or better. Students must complete the human biology prerequisite prior to starting classes.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 34,292 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 34,292 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Washington University in St. Louis directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, United States
Washington University in St. Louis is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-05-19
- Language English
- Duration 24 months