Programs
Doctor of Public Health Program (DrPH)
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The Penn State DrPH program is designed to provide advanced public health education and training. Courses prepare graduates for evidence-based practice and translational science leadership.
Program Overview
DrPH students must complete 60 credits (45 credits of coursework, plus 15 credits of doctoral research and advanced field experience). Students can take classes full time or part time at Penn State campuses in Hershey, University Park, and Harrisburg or online via Penn State World Campus. The program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Details at ceph.org.
Students must have a graduate or advanced professional degree. Applicants without a Master of Public Health (MPH) or related degree may be required to take core courses to ensure a firm foundation in the MPH competency domains.
The application process open in August. Applications are due by January 15 and candidates are notified of acceptance by April 15. Applicants must apply at sophas.org.
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The DrPH degree program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).
To request a copy of our accreditation self-study document and final accreditation report, please email Jessica Yingst at jmy5048@psu.edu.
Students in the DrPH Program pay the standard Penn State University graduate student tuition.
See details on graduate school tuition.
Other Funding Sources
To be considered for work-study opportunities, students should be sure to check the “work study” box on their FAFSA forms.
In addition, most students apply for federal financial aid. See other external sources of funding.
Contact Us
If you have questions about the DrPH Program, please contact Program Manager Justine Shultz at jes5437@psu.edu.
Student Support
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