Program Details

Start Date Fall
Duration 2 Years (Full-time), 3-4 Years (Part-time)
Tuition Approx. $20,000 (CA Resident) to $37,000 (Non-Resident) for the entire program (estimated, excluding living expenses and books). Please check SJSU Bursar's Office for current rates.
Format On-campus
Credits 42 Credits

Program Statistics

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The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at San Jose State University (SJSU) is designed to cultivate future leaders in public health practice, research, and education. Fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), the program provides a robust and interdisciplinary curriculum that addresses complex public health challenges, with a particular focus on serving the diverse communities of the Bay Area and beyond.

Students in the program develop advanced competencies across the core public health disciplines, including biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental health sciences, health policy and management, and social and behavioral sciences. The curriculum emphasizes a comprehensive approach to understanding health determinants, disparities, and effective intervention strategies.

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The SJSU MPH program prepares professionals to design, implement, and evaluate public health initiatives, advocate for health equity, and contribute to the scientific evidence base through rigorous coursework, practical experiences like the required practicum, and a culminating experience such as a thesis or project.

Curriculum

The Master of Public Health program at SJSU requires a minimum of 42 semester units for completion, structured to provide both foundational knowledge and specialized expertise. The curriculum is divided into core courses, concentration-specific courses, electives, a practicum, and a culminating experience.

  • Core Coursework (18 units): All students complete foundational courses covering the five core areas of public health: Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Environmental Health Sciences, Health Policy and Management, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.
  • Concentrations: Students choose from available concentrations to specialize their studies. Current concentrations include Community Health Education (CHE) and Epidemiology (EPI). Each concentration has specific required courses.
  • Electives (6-9 units): Students select elective courses relevant to their interests and career goals, often within their chosen concentration.
  • Internship/Practicum (3 units): A supervised field experience provides practical application of public health principles in a professional setting.
  • Culminating Experience (3-6 units): Students complete either a Master's Thesis or a Master's Project, allowing for in-depth research or development of a significant public health intervention.

Admission Requirements

Applicants to the SJSU MPH program must meet both university graduate admission requirements and specific program prerequisites. Key requirements include:

  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  • A minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 semester units (or 90 quarter units) of undergraduate coursework.
  • Completion of specific prerequisite courses with a grade of 'B' or higher: one college-level statistics course and one college-level biology or human physiology course.
  • Submission of a Statement of Purpose (SOP) outlining academic and career goals.
  • Three letters of recommendation (LORs) from academic or professional references.
  • A current Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
  • The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is NOT required for admission to this program.
  • For international applicants, official TOEFL or IELTS scores are required to demonstrate English proficiency.

Application Process

Applying to the Master of Public Health program at San Jose State University involves a dual application process, requiring submissions to both the Schools of Public Health Application Service (SOPHAS) and Cal State Apply. It is crucial to complete both applications by the stated deadline.

  • Step 1: SOPHAS Application: Complete the online application through SOPHAS. This portal requires submission of official transcripts from all institutions, a Statement of Purpose, your Resume/CV, and three letters of recommendation.
  • Step 2: Cal State Apply Application: Concurrently, complete the online application through Cal State Apply. You will also need to submit official transcripts to SJSU via Cal State Apply.
  • Review and Submission: Ensure all required materials are uploaded to the correct portal and that both applications are submitted by the program's application deadline, typically in December for Fall admission. Detailed instructions and specific submission guidelines are available on the SJSU MPH program website.

Application Fee: Approx. $215 (SOPHAS $145 + Cal State Apply $70)

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