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Application Deadline

  • Fall: Feb 1

    • Contact Information

    4103 LSB
    801-422-3082
    mph@byu.edu
    http://mph.byu.edu/
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    Admission Requirements
    Required Test
    TOEFL, E3PT, or IELTS if English is not first language

    Additional Requirements

    1. Statement of professional intent: three short essays; each essay should be no more than 400 words.
      a. Essay 1: Explain why you want to study public health. Explain your public health interest areas (e.g., topics or skills) and include life or personal experiences that have led to your interest in public health. You may list specific faculty members who are doing research in your area(s) of interest that you may want to work with.
      b. Essay 2: How would the BYU MPH Program advance your career and personal goals? Be specific about why you are interested in a MPH at BYU. [The mission of the BYU MPH program is to develop future public health leaders who drive change that improves the health and well-being of communities, families, and individuals. To this end, the program prepares students to conduct public health surveillance, and to plan, implement, and evaluate public health programs and policies that focus on at-risk populations in both domestic and international settings.]
      c. Essay 3: The BYU Department of Public Health has a stated priority to create an environment that honors diversity and belonging for all people. How can you support or enhance our ability to achieve that priority? What could you uniquely contribute to the cohort? Applicants are encouraged to share their experiences relating to cultural background, socioeconomic background, adversity, first-generation college student, and life experiences. We do not make decisions based on gender or race.
    2. Applications accepted from all baccalaureate degrees.
    3. Minimum overall baccalaureate GPA of 3.2.
    4. Resume
    5. Letters of Recommendation - Include TWO letters of recommendation from those who can attest to your academic and/or work ability. Applicants are encouraged to ask their letter writers to discuss the following in their letter: leadership skills, ability to work well with others, grit, dependability, writing, and academic ability. This information is to be provided in addition to the general instructions for the letters of recommendation.
    6. Quantitative/Analytic Skills
      a. List up to three courses on your transcript that illustrate your quantitative or analytic ability.
      b. In 300 words or less, discuss specific details and examples of relevant coursework, employment, research, volunteer, or other professional experiences that involved analytical and/or quantitative skills and tasks.
    7. Leadership and Non-Cognitive Abilities: Complete the Qualtrics questionnaire found at the following link: https://byu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7PYNAelTzAVFPGC
    Program Requirements
    The most recognized professional credential in public health practice and leadership, the Master of Public Health (MPH) is a practice-based degree that enables students to gain knowledge basic to public health. The MPH program at BYU prepares students to function as public health professionals in government, nonprofit, healthcare, and other settings; and provide leadership in the field of public health. The MPH program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).

    The typical length of time required to complete the MPH program is two years, depending on course load and previous academic training or professional activity.

    Requirements for Degree

    • Credit hours (48): 30 hours of required courses; 12 hours of elective credits; 6 hours of field experience (300 contact hours).
    • Required core courses: HLTH 610, HLTH 611, HLTH 613, HLTH 614, HLTH 621, HLTH 622, HLTH 623, HLTH 624, HLTH 632, HLTH 690.
    • Requirements for the field experience are determined by the student’s graduate committee and are based on prior education, experience, and present professional interests.
    • Examinations: field experience written report.
    Program Outcomes
    Translate Research into Policies and Programs
    Translate public health research into policies and programs that improve the health of communities, families, and individuals.

    The Family System
    Recognize and integrate the family system in public health assessment, intervention, and evaluation.

    Ethical Leadership
    Demonstrate principles of ethical leadership in public health practice.

    Project Management
    Apply project management tools to public health practice and research.

    Effective Communication
    Identify appropriate methods for effectively communicating research and evaluation findings to a variety of stakeholders.

    Media, Marketing, and Technology
    Use appropriate media, marketing, and technology to promote key public health issues and drive health behavior change.
    Program Stats
    Characteristics of Students from Past Academic Year
    Total Students 61.0
    International 6.0
    Male 8.0
    Female 53.0
    LDS 59.0
    BYU Undergraduate 19.0
    Five Year Average of Graduated Students
    Average Years to Degree 1.89
    Graduated Per Year 18.2
    GMAT Quantitative Percentile 67.5
    Five Year Average of Admitted Students
    Applied Per Year 25.4
    Admitted Per Year 17.6
    Percent Admitted 69.29
    Average GPA 3.6
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