Ithaca,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Public Health - Infectious Disease Epidemiology in Ithaca United States | Cornell University
Cornell University
|
Ithaca United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
42,688
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Infectious disease epidemiology examines the emergence and transmission patterns of illnesses across populations, along with methods to control or stop their spread. Those enrolled in our Infectious Disease Epidemiology program investigate the biological aspects of viruses, bacteria, and parasites, including insect carriers like ticks and mosquitoes that spread diseases. The curriculum covers statistical techniques for evaluating disease data and transmission models, alongside scientifically validated prevention strategies. Students understand that human, plant, animal, and environmental factors—such as climate and water—are interconnected in disease studies. This One Health philosophy equips graduates to tackle health issues holistically, recognizing that safeguarding ecosystems and natural resources is key to preventing zoonotic disease outbreaks.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A baccalaureate degree from a college or university of recognized standing.
Official transcripts
R'sum
Personal statement that includes what you have experienced in your education, work, or life that is piqued your interest in public health
Statement of intent that describes why you want to pursue your MPH at Cornell, and how our curriculum, faculty, and One Health approach, will help you achieve your professional goals
Three (3) letters of reference
Cornell Graduate School Quick Application (Public Health is listed under the Public Health & Planetary Health area of study)
The GRE is optional for all applicants. If you would like to submit your GRE scores, you are welcome to do so.
Transcript evaluation from WES for foreign transcripts
Submission of TOEFL or IELTS scores, taken within two years of the application deadline English language of instruction does not automatically waive this requirement.
IELTS minimum overall band score of 7.0
TOEFL minimum sub-scores for each element: Speaking: 22, Reading: 20, Listening: 15, Writing: 20
Official transcripts
R'sum
Personal statement that includes what you have experienced in your education, work, or life that is piqued your interest in public health
Statement of intent that describes why you want to pursue your MPH at Cornell, and how our curriculum, faculty, and One Health approach, will help you achieve your professional goals
Three (3) letters of reference
Cornell Graduate School Quick Application (Public Health is listed under the Public Health & Planetary Health area of study)
The GRE is optional for all applicants. If you would like to submit your GRE scores, you are welcome to do so.
Transcript evaluation from WES for foreign transcripts
Submission of TOEFL or IELTS scores, taken within two years of the application deadline English language of instruction does not automatically waive this requirement.
IELTS minimum overall band score of 7.0
TOEFL minimum sub-scores for each element: Speaking: 22, Reading: 20, Listening: 15, Writing: 20
Tuition
USD
42,688