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Master of Public Health Degree

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The MPH program at the U of M is an interdisciplinary degree program designed to train public health professionals in a stimulating academic environment in Memphis, which is known nationally for its medical and biotechnical research and development.

This is the only such program in this region, and the program's rigorous core coursework and flexible elective options will ensure every graduate opportunities for research and service that will enhance the lives and health of individuals, families, and communities here and throughout the Mid-South.

Award-winning faculty from the University of Memphis teach a wide range of courses in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Intervention Theories and Applications, Health Care Ethics, Health Communications, and other subjects critical to a successful career in public health.

Additionally, a Healthcare Interpreter Training Course is available through the MPH program. This certificate-granting program is available for bilingual-bicultural individuals and is conducted in collaboration with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Our program is one of only 10 official training sites affiliated with Hablamos Juntos in the country. For more information, contact Espi Ralston at 901-763-2045 or 901-218-4691. Registration forms and payment forms can be found under the HEALTHCARE INTERPRETER link on the left.

The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at the University of Memphis is now inviting applications for admission on a full or part-time basis. All classes are held in the evening to accommodate working professionals.

Deadline dates for applications to the MPH program are: November 1 (for spring semester) and April 1 (for fall semester)

A limited number of graduate assistantships are available to full time students. These are highly competitive. Graduate assistants receive a tuition waiver and a monthly stipend, for which they work 20 hours per week on a public health research project. The graduate assistantship is given for one academic year and may be renewed for a second year of study.

There are three steps: 1. Complete Graduate School on-line application. 2. Print and send MPH program application. 3. Print 3 reference forms for completion.

Last updated: 08/27/2008 17:35:52