Gainesville,
FL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Public Health (Traditional) - Social and Behavioral Sciences in Gainesville United States | University of Florida
University of Florida
|
Gainesville United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,134
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The social and behavioral sciences operate on the principle that health and health-related behaviors are influenced by diverse psychological, behavioral, social, and cultural elements. To effectively tackle health issues and reduce disparities, these influencing factors must be examined and addressed across various social-ecological levels, ranging from individual to population-wide perspectives.
Students pursuing this specialization come from diverse academic and professional histories. While undergraduate degrees in sociology, anthropology, psychology, and health education offer excellent preparation, professionals from scientific, medical, and other fields like journalism also pursue this concentration to gain comprehensive insights into health determinants and interventions.
MPH graduates specializing in social and behavioral sciences find employment across health organizations in various sectors. They typically engage in innovative community assessments, program design, evaluation, and research initiatives. Alumni currently hold positions such as researchers at NIH and CDC, program leaders at local health departments and community health initiatives, and tobacco control specialists with regional health education centers.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
U.S. bachelor's degree or equivalent
At least a 3.0 GPA for undergraduate coursework taken after the first 60 hours. Advanced Placement (AP) or Dual Enrollment credit that appears on the applicant's undergraduate transcript should count toward the first 60 credit hours. The undergraduate 3.0 GPA minimum may be waived for applicants at the discretion of the admissions committee. You can use a GPA calculator to calculate this.
The MPH program does not require or consider GRE scores as part of the application process. Please do not submit your GRE scores, they will not be considered.
Submit TOEFL or IELTS scores (international students only)
Arrange to have one set of official transcripts from each institution attended sent to SOPHAS (the address is listed below)
International applicants must submit a World Education Services (WES) evaluation, http://wes.org in lieu of official transcripts
Arrange to have three Letters of Recommendation submitted. At least two should be from former professors. If you have been out of school for over five years, three letters from employers are acceptable.
Submit your professional Statement of Purpose (no more than 2 pages at 1.5 or double-spacing) outlining:
your motivation to study and work in the field of public health,
how a public health degree relates to your professional goals,
why you want to study at the University of Florida,
why you have chosen your specified concentration,
how your personal or academic background and experiences allow you to bring unique perspectives to the program and contribute to an inclusive public health community.
Submit a Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
For applicants from countries where English is not the ofcial language, a minimum score on one of these English Language Skills tests, IELTS - 6.0,TOEFL IBT- 80, PBT- 550.
At least a 3.0 GPA for undergraduate coursework taken after the first 60 hours. Advanced Placement (AP) or Dual Enrollment credit that appears on the applicant's undergraduate transcript should count toward the first 60 credit hours. The undergraduate 3.0 GPA minimum may be waived for applicants at the discretion of the admissions committee. You can use a GPA calculator to calculate this.
The MPH program does not require or consider GRE scores as part of the application process. Please do not submit your GRE scores, they will not be considered.
Submit TOEFL or IELTS scores (international students only)
Arrange to have one set of official transcripts from each institution attended sent to SOPHAS (the address is listed below)
International applicants must submit a World Education Services (WES) evaluation, http://wes.org in lieu of official transcripts
Arrange to have three Letters of Recommendation submitted. At least two should be from former professors. If you have been out of school for over five years, three letters from employers are acceptable.
Submit your professional Statement of Purpose (no more than 2 pages at 1.5 or double-spacing) outlining:
your motivation to study and work in the field of public health,
how a public health degree relates to your professional goals,
why you want to study at the University of Florida,
why you have chosen your specified concentration,
how your personal or academic background and experiences allow you to bring unique perspectives to the program and contribute to an inclusive public health community.
Submit a Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
For applicants from countries where English is not the ofcial language, a minimum score on one of these English Language Skills tests, IELTS - 6.0,TOEFL IBT- 80, PBT- 550.
Tuition
USD
30,134