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Master of Public Health (MPH)
Designed with working professionals in mind, the hybrid Master of Public Health program at Thomas More University blends the flexibility of online learning with the value of in-person collaboration. Courses are delivered in accelerated eight-week formats, with engaging online content supported by required in-person sessions held one weekend per semester on campus. This 43-credit hour STEM certified program provides students with real-world experience through a hands-on internship and the opportunity to conduct an independent research project. Graduates gain the skills and knowledge needed to address public health challenges and improve health outcomes across diverse communities.
Who will I be learning from?
You’ll learn from a dynamic team of faculty who bring real-world experience and cutting-edge research into the classroom. Our professors include epidemiologists who analyze patterns of disease across populations, and experts in opioid research addressing addiction from clinical and community perspectives. You’ll also study with specialists in environmental health, health psychologists, and a practicing nurse who brings valuable clinical insight. Faculty in healthcare management and administration offer key perspectives on leadership and system-level decision-making—equipping you to tackle today’s complex public health challenges from multiple angles.
Fan.X Chen, Ph.D.
Adjunct Professor
Why Choose Thomas More for your
Master of Public Health?
The goal of the MPH program is to inspire a lifetime of learning and guide you into a fulfilling, successful public health career. Thomas More University offers a highly individualized MPH experience through values-based, mission-driven education by:
- Individualized Learning Experience: We will work directly with you to create a learning experience to meet your specific needs and career goals. We offer the MPH Generalist track which allows more flexibility to gain broad in-depth knowledge of public health while customizing elective coursework to your professional and/or research interests.
- Program Flexibility: The MPH program is tailored to your individual needs through a combination of face to face/hybrid and distance learning courses, offering professional and personal flexibility.
- Career Preparedness: You will gain public health leadership skills and network with professionals from a variety of public health professions. Through internship/practicum experiences, you will get direct real-world public health career experience.
- Small Class Sizes: All courses have a low student-faculty ratio. This allows for strong faculty/student relationships and individualized mentorship. You’ll also make personal connections with other graduate students.
- Values-Based Coursework: Through your coursework, you will be encouraged, challenged, and supported to strive for health equity by solving problems and discovering truth while respecting and serving your fellow human beings.
- Diverse Perspectives: Your learning will be enriched by coursework and activities that incorporate diverse and global perspectives such as participation in philanthropic outreaches and research in under resourced populations.
- Experienced Instructors: MPH instructors incorporate their personal public health experiences and research into their courses, giving you access to the newest developments in the field.
What careers are open to me?
Graduates of Thomas More’s MPH program are uniquely prepared for numerous careers in the growing field of public health. Students are likely to find employment working in public health areas such as healthcare management or leadership, health and wellness promotion, health education, community activism, environmental health, health behavior, health communication, global health, public health policy, health research, data analytics, bioinformatics, and epidemiology among others.
How do I apply?
1. Click here to submit your application for graduate admission to the University.
2. Order an official copy of your transcript(s) to Thomas More University from the other institution(s) you have attended.
You will find the instructions for ordering transcripts on the other school’s registrar webpage.
3. Submit your current resume and a 1-2 page statement of purpose to [email protected].
Your statement of purpose should explain your academic and professional experience, your interest in the field of public health,
and your goals for your successful participation in our Master of Public Health program.
4. Request two letters of recommendation from a teacher, employer, or other non-relative who can speak knowledgeably of your readiness for graduate study.
Recommenders may submit their letters to [email protected].
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