Master of Public Health in Epidemiology in Washington, D.C. United States | George Washington University

The GW Master of Public Health (MPH) Epidemiology program aims to train professionals dedicated to addressing public health challenges through innovative solutions. Students in this program develop strong analytical abilities to examine disease patterns and population health, preparing them to design, execute, and assess effective health interventions and policies.

The MPH in Epidemiology curriculum strengthens students' ability to think both critically and imaginatively. GW University takes pride in cultivating public health leaders devoted to advancing community well-being and public service. These core values are embedded in our Epidemiology program, as they form the foundation for tomorrow's healthcare leaders. Our graduates gain the ability to:

Maintain rigorous scientific standards in research.
Uphold ethical principles when working with study participants.
Effectively share research outcomes with general audiences.
Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in all professional activities.
While specializing isn't mandatory, students can select from various epidemiological concentrations. Those with prior advanced education or substantial experience might prefer focusing on particular methodological approaches. The Curriculum section details course options for these specialization areas, which include:

Chronic Disease Epidemiology
Infectious Disease Epidemiology
Analytical Methods
Nutritional Epidemiology
Environmental Health Epidemiology
Reproductive and Perinatal Epidemiology
Translational Research (From Laboratory to Clinical Practice)