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Begin your journey to become a public health professional at MCPHS. In this four-year undergraduate program, you will build a rigorous foundation in basic sciences and liberal arts. You will also become informed about various healthcare issues, including substance abuse, legislation, environmental health, accessibility, and more.
As a student in the School of Arts and Sciences, you will join a diverse and engaged student body, full of individuals who are dedicated to building a healthier, more equitable world. The Bachelor of Science in Public Health will prepare you to begin your career or pursue advanced education to drive change and improve the health of communities all over the world.
Why study public health at MCPHS?
A Holistic Approach: This program will provide you with knowledge to thrive in various public health arenas. You will be exposed to many specialties while developing the skills necessary to become a successful healthcare professional.
Individualized Curriculum: After building your foundational knowledge, you can take electives that align with your interests and goals. These courses cover advanced sciences, psychology, management, social issues, and more.
World-Class Faculty: You will study under and work alongside distinguished faculty who are experts in their fields. In addition to their teaching responsibilities, our faculty continue their own research and scholarship and involve students—including undergraduates—whenever possible.
Many Career Options: A bachelor’s degree in public health is a springboard to a wide range of careers. Upon graduation, you can begin your career, working in health policy and management, epidemiology, biomedical science, and more. You will also be prepared to pursue advanced education, such as continuing your public health studies or applying to medical school.
Values driven. Outcome oriented.
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In the country for ROIA Georgetown University study ranked MCPHS third in the U.S. among 4,600 colleges for return on investment (ROI).
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Job GrowthPotential job growth for epidemiologists is 16% by 2034 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
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Most TransformativeMoney magazine ranked MCPHS fourth among 700+ U.S. universities based on metrics such as graduation rates and earnings (2020)
Values driven. Outcome oriented.
A Path to Public Health She Didn’t Expect
MCPHS alum and adjunct Kimberly Levitt followed her curiosity—and found a calling in care access, prevention, and education.
Public Health Alum Tackles Aging with a Fresh Perspective
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Maame Esi
| MS ’22“I realized that public health and medicine are very intertwined. I know public health is more [about] prevention and medicine is more [about] curing… when they merge, I think that they’re powerful together.”