Global and Environmental Health,
MPH

Master of Public Health

Course Delivery

100% Online
Total Credits

45
In-State Tuition Per Credit

$566.00
Out of State Tuition Per Credit

$610.00

Global and Environmental Health, MPH

Master of Public Health

A united worldwide effort is underway to accelerate solutions to the world’s most complex and urgent global public health challenges. The IU Online Master of Public Health in Global and Environmental Health is designed for early to mid-careerists who would like a broad, contemporary foundation of knowledge, skills, and abilities in global and environmental health. Graduates apply their expertise in varied roles that contribute to meeting global health goals that aim to improve health and well-being for people everywhere.

The global action plan led by the World Health Organization and other leading health and development organizations includes strategies that emphasize effective, sustainable policies and programs that, in addition to health and well-being, also prioritize health equity and social justice as pre-requisites for health and well-being for all. Our program supports these goals.

As a graduate of our program, you will be well positioned to assume roles that support values represented by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals priorities:

No poverty
Zero hunger
Good health and well-being
Quality education
Gender equality
Clean water and sanitation
Affordable and clean energy
Decent work and economic growth
Industry innovation and infrastructure
Reduced inequalities
Sustainable cities and communities
Responsible consumption and production
Climate action
Life below water
Life on land
Peace, justice and strong institutions
Partnerships that support these goals

Graduates may find positions in a wide variety of organizations including local, state, and national agencies; nonprofit organizations; foundations; academic institutions; for-profit companies; contract research organizations; NGOs and IGOs; and others. They may serve as analysts, program coordinators, managers, technical specialists, program officers, and other roles.

Degree Requirements

Our program and courses prepare students with a broad, contemporary foundation of knowledge, skills, and abilities in global and environmental health. This includes attention to public health across low-, middle-, and high-income countries, as well as the social, economic, political, and organizational conditions that comprise the environmental backdrop for health and well-being.

To earn the MPH in Global and Environmental Health, you must complete a total of 45 credit hours. Requirements are broken down as follows:

Public health core courses (12 credits)
Global and environmental health concentration courses (18 credits)
Electives (9 credits)
Public health practical experience (6 credits)

Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

A bachelor’s degree
Minimum of one year of undergraduate mathematics
GPA of 3.0 or higher, or official GRE scores

To apply to this program, complete an online application that includes:

Official transcripts
GRE (students with GPA below 3.0 only)
Personal statement (500 words)
Resume
Three letters of recommendation
TOEFL or IELTS scores (international applicants only)
Interview (if applicable)

Application Dates

Fall semester: July 1

Fall semester (international students): Apr 1

Spring semester: Nov 1

Spring semester (international students): Sep 15

Courses

Core

PBHL-P 510	Introduction to Public Health	3 Credits
PBHL-P 511	Comprehensive Methods and Applications of Biostatistics and Epidemiology	3 Credits
PBHL-P 512	Communication and Leadership in Public Health	3 Credits
PBHL-P 513	Planning, Evaluation, and Management in Public Health	3 Credits

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Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $566.00

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1698.00

Note:

Additional fees will apply.

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $610.00

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1830.00

In accordance with Federal Financial Aid requirements, IU has calculated a “Cost of Attendance” for this program based on the most common enrollments from students who are enrolled full time for the academic year. We’re showing you the estimated cost of attendance for the full 2023–24 academic year (fall and spring semesters). Cut these numbers in half to figure out the cost of a single semester. Your actual costs for housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses will vary based on:

• The number of credit hours you take
• Whether you’re an Indiana resident
• Your personal choices
• Your travel habits

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Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,570

Books & Supplies $770

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,570

Books & Supplies $280

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

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