Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Public Health in Epidemiology in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,620
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Public Health in Epidemiology provides professional training for students seeking comprehensive education in public health sciences, with specialized focus on epidemiological research design, disease monitoring approaches, ethical considerations in population studies, and essential biostatistical techniques. This hands-on program equips graduates for careers in public health organizations and epidemiological practice, enabling them to oversee disease tracking for government agencies, manage community health initiatives and clinical trials, and implement screening programs and preventive health services across various public health sectors. Rooted in fundamental M.P.H. principles, the curriculum emphasizes epidemiological methodologies while teaching students to design research projects, develop analytical skills, and assess existing epidemiological literature. The Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics additionally provides a research-focused M.S. in Epidemiology, tailored for students pursuing advanced epidemiological theory and its application through original thesis research.
Prospective students can select either our on-campus or online M.P.H. in Epidemiology programs, which maintain identical academic standards and learning outcomes while differing in delivery methods: The on-campus option suits those who value face-to-face instruction, campus resources, and local Philadelphia practicum opportunities arranged by our placement team. Available for full-time or part-time study, this format primarily features in-person evening classes across traditional 16-week semesters, with some hybrid or online course options. The online track caters to working professionals pursuing part-time study, offering flexible scheduling through both self-paced learning and live virtual sessions. Our fieldwork coordinator assists distance learners in securing appropriate practicum placements in their preferred locations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: All applicants must present credentials that are the equivalent of an accredited baccalaureate degree. The minimum acceptable undergraduate GPA is 3.0. No prerequisites must be met to apply to the M.P.H. program at Temple University, but strong grades in mathematics and/or statistics, social sciences, and writing are preferred.
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: Write a well-considered 500- to 1,000-word statement of purpose that articulates your interests in public health and our program in particular.
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.
Clearances: The M.P.H. program requires students to complete fieldwork education. In the M.P.H. program, it is the fieldwork site that determines the clearances, including criminal background check, FBI fingerprinting, and more, needed by a student. The results of these clearances determine whether a student may be onboarded at a respective site.
Resume: Current resume or CV required.
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: Write a well-considered 500- to 1,000-word statement of purpose that articulates your interests in public health and our program in particular.
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.
Clearances: The M.P.H. program requires students to complete fieldwork education. In the M.P.H. program, it is the fieldwork site that determines the clearances, including criminal background check, FBI fingerprinting, and more, needed by a student. The results of these clearances determine whether a student may be onboarded at a respective site.
Resume: Current resume or CV required.
Tuition
USD
28,620