Miami,
FL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Public Health - Epidemiology in Orlando United States | Florida International University
Florida International University
|
Orlando United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,030
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Epidemiology concentration within the Public Health Ph.D. program equips experienced public health researchers with advanced professional competencies for conducting epidemiological studies. This program provides students with the methodological expertise to address public health challenges through epidemiological research approaches. Upon completion, graduates emerge as scholars capable of performing both research and teaching activities in epidemiology and public health domains. The degree requires completion of 75 credits, comprising 15 dissertation credits, with an option to transfer up to 21 credits from an MPH program.
The Epidemiology Department focuses on critical research areas such as health inequities, Latino community health, women's wellness, LGBTQ+ health issues, tobacco regulation, HIV/AIDS, and chronic disease determinants. Explore our laboratory resources, Stempel College's specialized research portal, or faculty profiles to discover current research initiatives.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants to the Ph.D. in Public Health program must meet the following admission criteria:
1. Must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university, or in the case of foreign students, an accredited institution recognized in its own country as preparing students for further study at the graduate level.
2. Must have a minimum of a 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale. This GPA is calculated using the last 60 credits of undergraduate upper-division hours.
3. Must have GRE** scores that are less than five years old.
2. Statement of purpose uploaded in SOPHAS
This should address the following:
a. Why you have chosen this degree?
b. What interests you about the concentration youve chosen?
c. How will our program help you achieve your academic and career goals?
d. What specific line of inquiry or areas of research would you like to pursue as a doctoral candidate/future scholar?
e. What faculty member do you see your research interest aligning with and why (the why part is optional).
3. Three letters of recommendation uploaded to SOPHAS
4. Resume/CV uploaded to SOPHAS
5. Writing sample uploaded to SOPHAS
1. This can be a master's thesis or published manuscript.
2. Note: If you are unable to provide these types of writing samples, be sure to contact Ms. Deidre Okeke or the Graduate Program Director from your department of interest.
6. GRE scores** sent directly to FIU SOPHAS code 7293 (must be less than 5 years old)
**Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the GRE will be waived for those applying for admission for Fall 2021.
7. A course-by-course WES evaluation of your transcripts if you studied outside of the United States sent directly to SOPHAS. Please click here for additional instructions.
1. Important: if you submit a WES evaluation, you are not required to submit official transcripts to the university.
2. If you are a previous or current FIU student, you must send your official transcript to SOPHAS. Please click here for transcript instructions.
8. Proof of English language proficiency if you earned your degree from any country on our list here, you are automatically waived from this requirement.
We accept the following exams:
a. TOEFL: must score 550 or higher on the paper-based exam/ 80 or higher on the internet-based exam.
> Scores must be sent to FIU SOPHAS code 5688 and must be less than 2 years old.
> Click here to learn more about TOEFL exam.
b. IELTS: must score 6.5 or higher
1. Must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university, or in the case of foreign students, an accredited institution recognized in its own country as preparing students for further study at the graduate level.
2. Must have a minimum of a 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale. This GPA is calculated using the last 60 credits of undergraduate upper-division hours.
3. Must have GRE** scores that are less than five years old.
2. Statement of purpose uploaded in SOPHAS
This should address the following:
a. Why you have chosen this degree?
b. What interests you about the concentration youve chosen?
c. How will our program help you achieve your academic and career goals?
d. What specific line of inquiry or areas of research would you like to pursue as a doctoral candidate/future scholar?
e. What faculty member do you see your research interest aligning with and why (the why part is optional).
3. Three letters of recommendation uploaded to SOPHAS
4. Resume/CV uploaded to SOPHAS
5. Writing sample uploaded to SOPHAS
1. This can be a master's thesis or published manuscript.
2. Note: If you are unable to provide these types of writing samples, be sure to contact Ms. Deidre Okeke or the Graduate Program Director from your department of interest.
6. GRE scores** sent directly to FIU SOPHAS code 7293 (must be less than 5 years old)
**Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the GRE will be waived for those applying for admission for Fall 2021.
7. A course-by-course WES evaluation of your transcripts if you studied outside of the United States sent directly to SOPHAS. Please click here for additional instructions.
1. Important: if you submit a WES evaluation, you are not required to submit official transcripts to the university.
2. If you are a previous or current FIU student, you must send your official transcript to SOPHAS. Please click here for transcript instructions.
8. Proof of English language proficiency if you earned your degree from any country on our list here, you are automatically waived from this requirement.
We accept the following exams:
a. TOEFL: must score 550 or higher on the paper-based exam/ 80 or higher on the internet-based exam.
> Scores must be sent to FIU SOPHAS code 5688 and must be less than 2 years old.
> Click here to learn more about TOEFL exam.
b. IELTS: must score 6.5 or higher
Tuition
USD
18,030