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Master of Public Health - Generalist

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The Generalist Track provides a strong foundation in core public health principles and a broad skill set that can be
applied across a wide range of public health careers and settings. You will gain the knowledge and competencies to
assess health needs, develop solutions, and improve health outcomes in communities locally, nationally and
globally.

Develop versatile skills that open doors to diverse roles in public health across many sectors and settings. 
  • Learn to address the health needs of diverse populations and promote equity and well-being in communities. 
  • Use data and scientific evidence to assess problems, develop solutions and inform effective public heath practice. 
  • Lead initiatives and collaborate with others to create lasting, positive change in public health 
  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of core public health disciplines and how they work together to improve population health. 
  • Dedicated faculty mentors and a network of peers and alumni. 

Credits Hours: 42

Foundational courses 

  • PUBH 7180 | Foundations of Public Health (0 credit hours) 
  • HADM 7105 | Health Policy and Organization of Health Services 
  • PUBH 7120 | Environmental Health 
  • PUBH 7150 | Introduction to Biostatistics 
  • PUBH 7160 | Social and Behavioral Sciences Principles 
  • PUBH 7170 | Principles of Epidemiology 

Generalist Track 

  • PUBH 7014 | Public Health Communications 
  • PUBH 7141 | Epidemiologic Survey Method 
  • PUBH 7004 | Interdisciplinary Approach to Population Health Challenges 
  • HADM 7110 | Leadership and Organizational Change in Health Care 
  • PUBH 7502 | Health Policy, Theory and Methods 

Applied practical experience 

  • PUBH 7985 | Fieldwork - 1 credit hour: Gain real-world experience in a public health setting (180 hours minimum). 

Culminating experience 

  • PUBH 7998 | Capstone Project - 2 credit hours: Apply your knowledge to solve a real public health problem.  

3 elective courses - 9 credit hours 

  • Choose electives that align with your interests and career goals. 

 

Careers in Public Health

Public health careers increasingly intersect with data analysis, epidemiology, health analytics, occupational health, and evidence-based decision-making. Quantitative skills and practical field experience can help graduates prepare for roles that address complex population health challenges.

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Employment Outlook

The employment outlook for public health professionals is strong, with growing opportunities in health education, community health, healthcare administration, policy, and population health. Employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow 24% from 2025 to 2035, while community health workers are projected to grow 13% and health education specialists 6%, compared with 3% across all occupations. A Master's in Public Health can prepare graduates to address community health challenges, develop public health initiatives, influence health policy, and improve population health outcomes.

Earning Potential

Public health professionals have diverse earning opportunities, with salaries varying by specialization, experience, employer, and leadership responsibilities. National median annual salaries include $51,850 for community health workers, $64,070 for health education specialists, and $123,860 for medical and health services managers, with healthcare management salaries reaching higher levels in certain industries. A Master of Public Health degree can support career advancement into program management, health policy, community health leadership, consulting, and healthcare administration, with an illustrative salary range of $51,000–$137,000 across related career paths.

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Roles Related To This Degree

  • Health Education Specialist
  • Community Health Worker / Coordinator
  • Public Health Program Manager
  • Health Policy and Advocacy Specialist
  • Social and Behavioral Health Coordinator
  • Public Health Consultant
  • Medical and Health Services Manager

 

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Requirements for the MPH includes

  • Completed SOPHAS application

  • Undergraduate degree with minimum GPA of 3.0

  • Curriculum Vitae/Resume

  • Statement of Purpose (400-500 words)

  • Two (2) letters of recommendation

  • Credentials evaluation for foreign transcripts

  • International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency

 

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