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DrPH Doctor of Public Health Program

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The Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree is the terminal professional degree in Public Health. Our program is designed to provide advanced public health education and training.

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Program Overview

We prepare our graduates for evidence-based practice and translational science leadership.

DrPH graduates pursue career opportunities in federal, state, and local government, as well as in non-profit, academic, and private sectors.

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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

Competitive Graduate Assistantships including stipend and tuition are available. Applicants are considered for these assistantships at the time of application, if they so indicate within the SOPHAS system. Other fellowships and research positions may be available.

Accepted students interested in fellowships and assistantships are strongly encouraged to contact the program with an updated copy of their CV shortly after acceptance. 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.

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Dedicated offices support your health and well-being, while services such as a health sciences library assist in your learning journey. We are committed to enhancing students' experience and development.