Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Epidemiology in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
23,850
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The rigorous, data-driven Epidemiology PhD program offers comprehensive training in epidemiological and biological research methodologies. This program cultivates skilled academic researchers who can identify disease patterns, determine causes, and assess population health impacts, equipping them to design, execute, analyze, and interpret critical epidemiological studies aimed at enhancing public health outcomes. Through close collaboration with faculty from the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, students develop proficiency in data collection, research instrument design, complex statistical analysis, data interpretation, and effectively communicating findings to diverse audiences. PhD candidates complete core public health coursework covering Biostatistics, Epidemiology, grant writing, and research methodology, followed by specialized training in advanced epidemiological and biostatistical techniques while conducting research alongside department faculty.
Beyond theoretical instruction in epidemiological and quantitative methods, the Epidemiology PhD program emphasizes professional identity formation through integrated development activities. These include conference participation, departmental seminars, journal discussions, and specialized workshops available across Temple University's public health facilities. As emerging scholars, doctoral students receive continuous faculty mentorship, particularly during dissertation research, to refine grant-writing abilities, academic teaching skills, and scholarly publication techniques.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Master's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A master's degree is required. Although a master's degree specifically in epidemiology is not required, preference is given to applicants who have a background in epidemiology, statistics, and the health sciences, including behavioral medicine, environmental health, medicine, or a public health discipline.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree is required, although it need not be in public health. Preference is given to applicants who have a background in epidemiology, statistics, and the health sciences, including behavioral medicine, environmental health, medicine, or a public health discipline.
A WES evaluation is required for applicants who completed their bachelor's degree outside of the United States. This can be requested at https://www.wes.org/ and submitted through SOPHAS.
Statement of Goals: In no more than 750 words
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 79 (send officially to SOPHAS using the SOPHAS-specific TOEFL code 5688)
IELTS Academic: 6.5
550 on the paper-based (PBT)
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
Writing Sample: Scholarly articles, technical reports, or academic professional papers of which the applicant is the first author are preferred. Unless it is a published work, the writing sample should be no more than 10 pages.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree is required, although it need not be in public health. Preference is given to applicants who have a background in epidemiology, statistics, and the health sciences, including behavioral medicine, environmental health, medicine, or a public health discipline.
A WES evaluation is required for applicants who completed their bachelor's degree outside of the United States. This can be requested at https://www.wes.org/ and submitted through SOPHAS.
Statement of Goals: In no more than 750 words
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 79 (send officially to SOPHAS using the SOPHAS-specific TOEFL code 5688)
IELTS Academic: 6.5
550 on the paper-based (PBT)
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
Writing Sample: Scholarly articles, technical reports, or academic professional papers of which the applicant is the first author are preferred. Unless it is a published work, the writing sample should be no more than 10 pages.
Tuition
USD
23,850