Program Details

Start Date Fall
Duration 2 Years (full-time)
Tuition Approx. $23,000 - $28,000 (CA Resident); $43,000 - $48,000 (Non-Resident)
Format On-campus
Credits 51 Credits

Program Statistics

Acceptance Rate Not publicly available%
Employment Rate Not publicly available for the specific MPH program. SDSU School of Public Health graduates typically find employment in diverse public health sectors.%

The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at San Diego State University (SDSU) is a comprehensive graduate degree designed to prepare students for leadership roles in public health practice, research, and policy. Offered through the highly-regarded School of Public Health, the program emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to solving complex health challenges facing diverse populations locally, nationally, and globally. Students gain foundational knowledge across core public health disciplines while developing specialized expertise through various concentrations.

The program’s curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical skills, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to address critical public health issues such as disease prevention, health promotion, environmental health, health disparities, and health policy development. SDSU’s location in San Diego, a vibrant binational region, provides unique opportunities for experiential learning, community engagement, and research collaborations with local health agencies and organizations. This hands-on approach is crucial for developing competent and impactful public health professionals.

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Graduates of the SDSU MPH program emerge as skilled practitioners and researchers, prepared for diverse career paths in governmental public health agencies, non-profit organizations, healthcare systems, academic institutions, and the private sector. The program fosters a commitment to social justice and health equity, empowering students to become advocates for population health improvement and to contribute meaningfully to the well-being of communities.

Curriculum

The 51-unit MPH curriculum is structured around a core set of public health principles, specialized concentrations, and an applied practice experience leading to a culminating project or thesis. Core courses (18 units) cover:

  • Epidemiology
  • Biostatistics
  • Environmental Health
  • Health Policy and Management
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health

Students then choose from various concentrations, typically 21-24 units, which include:

  • Epidemiology
  • Biostatistics
  • Environmental Health
  • Health Management and Policy
  • Health Promotion and Behavioral Science
  • Global Health

The program also requires a 3-unit Applied Practice Experience (practicum) and a 6-unit Culminating Experience, which can be a Capstone Project, Thesis, or Comprehensive Exam depending on the concentration.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must meet both university and School of Public Health requirements:

  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum 2.85 GPA in the last 60 units of undergraduate coursework (3.0 preferred).
  • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
  • Three letters of recommendation (academic and/or professional).
  • A Statement of Purpose outlining academic background, professional goals, and interest in public health.
  • A current Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • **GRE scores are waived for all MPH applicants for Fall 2024 and Fall 2025 admission.**
  • International applicants must also submit official TOEFL or IELTS scores demonstrating English proficiency.

Application Process

Applicants must complete two separate applications:

  1. **SOPHAS Application:** Submit the primary application through the Schools of Public Health Application Service (SOPHAS). This includes official transcripts, letters of recommendation, statement of purpose, and resume/CV.
  2. **Cal State Apply Application:** Submit a separate application for graduate admission to San Diego State University through Cal State Apply.

Both applications and all supporting materials must be submitted by the stated deadlines. International applicants will have additional requirements for university admission.

Application Fee: $145 (SOPHAS first application) + $70 (Cal State Apply) = $215

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