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| Admissions What is the Master of Public Health? The MPH is a school-wide degree program. The overall objective of the MPH program is to prepare public health professionals to draw on the knowledge and skills from a variety of disciplines to define, critically assess, and resolve public health problems. MPH graduates will have a common grounding and a sense of identity as professionals in the field of public health that enable them to work effectively with the broad spectrum of public health issues that they face during their professional careers. What are the MPH admission criteria? The Master of Public Health program seeks qualified applicants with clearly identified career goals that are consistent with the anticipated training. Successful applicants must have a strong academic record and relevant academic preparation, as well as impressive references that state the potential for success. All students must possess a baccalaureate degree and either two years of post-baccalaureate health related work experience or a doctoral degree in a field underlying public health. What are the admission requirements? Coursework: All matriculating MPH students shall have successfully completed at least one college-level course in the following areas:
Official Scores--Scores of the GRE, MCAT, GMAT, or LSAT, are required of all MPH applicants. Applicants who have an advanced degree beyond the baccalaureate may elect to have their application reviewed by the MPH Admissions committee without standardized test scores. However, they may be putting themselves at a disadvantage, particularly if their admission materials do not demonstrate significant quantitative and analytical skills. Also, applicants who request to have their application reviewed without standardized test scores may significantly reduce their chances of being awarded a scholarship. Applicants who have an advanced degree and wish to have their application reviewed without standardized test scores should submit that request in writing as part of their admissions packet. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Applicants from countries where English is not the primary language must submit official scores of the TOEFL. A minimum TOEFL score of 100 on the Internet-based test, 250 on the computer-based test, or 600 on the paper-based test is required for admission into the MPH program. Click here for a list of countries that require TOEFL. Experience: A minimum of two years of full-time post-baccalaureate health-related work experience is required of all applicants who have not earned a doctoral degree in a field that underlies public health. This requirement may be waived for applicants to MPH combined degree programs. What are the application procedures? A complete application consists of:
Are Graduate Record Examination scores required? Standardized test scores are required of all applicants. Acceptable standardized test scores are the GRE, GMAT, MCAT, or LSAT. Yes. You can apply online by completing the application form. Can I complete the part-time/Internet-based MPH concurrent with my current employment? Yes. The Internet-based MPH program was designed especially to accommodate full- or part-time work schedules. Students can complete up to 80% of the program in an online format, but must earn at least 20% of their credits in a face-to-face format. The inherent flexibility of an Internet-based course allows students to fit the course into their own schedules. The courses can be accessed anywhere, anytime, as long as the student has reliable Internet access. How many credits is the program? MPH students are required to successfully complete 80 credit units for graduation. What is the difference between the part-time/Internet-based MPH and the MPH I would receive if I came to the campus to study? Nothing. The degree you receive is the same whether you study full-time, part-time, or via the Internet. The strategies you use to master the competencies are different, but the skills you must master are the same. The MPH program at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has been accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. For part-time/Internet-based students, SPH tuition is $770 for each academic unit. What are the residency requirements? Full-time students are required to complete the program in one academic year (July-May). This intensive schedule will require students to live in the Baltimore-metropolitan area to complete coursework on schedule. There are no residency (within the State of Maryland) requirements for completing the part-time/Internet-based MPH program. However, 16 of the 80 credits must be earned in a face-to-face environment. These credits can be earned through intensive summer/winter institutes, the Barcelona Institute, a term of full-time study in Baltimore, or by taking a course at the Montgomery County Campus. When is the application deadline for the MPH? February 1: August 1: The School does have a Financial Services Office whose primary role is to help students apply for financial aid. Please contact them for additional information. All accepted applicants are reviewed for a merit based scholarship from the MPH program. There are no additional forms that you need to submit in order to be considered. The scholarships are highly competitive and only about 15% of accepted students receive some scholarship support. Scholarship decisions will be sent out in mid-to-late March. Are there other opportunities for financial aid? The School does have a Financial Services Office whose primary role is to help students apply for financial aid. Please visit their website for further information. The School also maintains a Student Funding Resource Office that may be useful as well. Click here for additional resources and links to scholarship websites. Is there funding for Part-time/Internet-based students? Can I exempt any courses? When does the program start?
Do I need to buy a laptop computer? Students are encouraged to bring their laptops to campus. With the increasing use of technology on campus and in courses, laptop computers are as essential as textbooks. A survey of previous MPH students confirms the importance of having a laptop while on campus. Our School does have computer labs and printers available for student use. Personal computers must meet the required specifications to participate in online courses. If admitted, can I defer my start date? Once admitted to the MPH program, deferrals can be requested. A letter should be addressed to the MPH Admissions Coordinator requesting a deferral of enrollment. Deferrals are granted for one year beyond the initial date of admittance to the program. Students who request a deferral must pay the non-refundable $600 enrollment deposit before a deferral will be granted. This is effective for all students admitted to the January 2007 cohort and thereafter. What areas of specialization are available within the MPH degree? back to top Some of our recent graduates have taken positions as: Scientific Review Administrator, NIAID, NIH The office of Career Services provides students with assistance in identifying potential employment opportunities, resume development, and career planning. How can I find suitable housing? Off-campus housing can be found through a variety of sources. We recommend contacting the Johns Hopkins University Off-Campus Housing Office. Another good resource is the local Baltimore weekly newspaper, The City Paper. Housing information can be found through their classified section. Good, safe neighborhoods with free Hopkins shuttle access are Mount Vernon, Charles Village, Butcher's Hill, and Fell's Point. Other neighborhoods close to campus include Federal Hill, Hampden, and Canton. Limited on-campus housing accomodations are available for single students, or Reed Hall for those students who are unaccompanied by their spouse and family, which is operated by the Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions Housing Office. The submission of an application does not guarantee the accommodations requested. When assignments are made, the applicant will receive a room agreement that must be signed and returned with information, call (410) 955-3905 or access the website. If you are interested in on-campus housing, you must complete the Application for Permanent Housing. I am an international student. Where can I get VISA information? Due to recent changes enacted by the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (formerly Immigration and Naturalization Service or INS), it may take longer to process your visa application. Please make sure to complete and return the application form I-20 as quickly as possible after you receive it. If you have any further questions regarding visa issues, please contact the International Student Services Coordinator, Dacia Gauer. | ||||||||||
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