Doctor of Public Health Program 36 months PHD Programme By Rollins School of Public Health Emory University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Application Deadline

15 Jul, 2025Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

Public HealthMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Public Health

Degree

Other

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

Online

For International Applicants
Many countries regulate distance education. We are currently in the process of establishing required agreements that will allow us to consider international applicants for online programs.

Students who are non-U.S. citizens but currently reside in the U.S. on an H1B visa are welcome to apply for admission, so long as the program does not  conflict with employment obligations.

The Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) is a fully online program designed for professionals who seek to expand their knowledge of evidence-based public health and aspire to excel in leadership roles that impact the complex public health challenges we face, both today and in the future.

This online, asynchronous program offers convenience and flexibility for professionals to complete their studies in a part-time capacity (5 - 7 credit hours per semester), while working full time.


Applicants typically have:

  • An MPH/MSPH or equivalent master’s degree, although it is not required. (Students who have not earned an MPH or MSPH from an accredited institution will be required to complete specific coursework in addition to the regular DrPH curriculum).
  • Three years of professional work experience at the time of matriculation. (Students may begin the application process once they have acquired two years of full-time work experience

Programme overview

Main Subject

Public Health

Degree

Other

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

Online

For International Applicants
Many countries regulate distance education. We are currently in the process of establishing required agreements that will allow us to consider international applicants for online programs.

Students who are non-U.S. citizens but currently reside in the U.S. on an H1B visa are welcome to apply for admission, so long as the program does not  conflict with employment obligations.

The Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) is a fully online program designed for professionals who seek to expand their knowledge of evidence-based public health and aspire to excel in leadership roles that impact the complex public health challenges we face, both today and in the future.

This online, asynchronous program offers convenience and flexibility for professionals to complete their studies in a part-time capacity (5 - 7 credit hours per semester), while working full time.


Applicants typically have:

  • An MPH/MSPH or equivalent master’s degree, although it is not required. (Students who have not earned an MPH or MSPH from an accredited institution will be required to complete specific coursework in addition to the regular DrPH curriculum).
  • Three years of professional work experience at the time of matriculation. (Students may begin the application process once they have acquired two years of full-time work experience

Admission Requirements

  • MPH/MSPH or equivalent master’s degree. Students who have not earned an MPH or MSPH from an accredited institution will be required to complete the following additional coursework: PUBH 700 (1); EPI 530 (4) or EPI 504 (2); BIOS 500 (4); BSHES 540 (3) or another research methods course
  • Three years of professional work experience at the time of matriculation. Students may begin the application process once they have acquired two years of full-time work experience

15 Jul 2025
3 Years
Aug

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

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