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Sarah Liu
MPH Program Coordinator
sliu16@gmu.edu
703-993-7200
Master of Public Health
Become a successful public health practitioner, ready to work both locally and globally, with your MPH from George Mason. From analyzing public health research to advocating for policies that will improve health in diverse populations, you will be prepared to address the most pressing health problems around the world. George Mason’s CEPH-accredited MPH program focuses on improving public health and well-being, especially among underrepresented communities.
Learning Outcomes
Ranked #33 among public institutions by U.S. News & World Report for schools of public health, our program will transform you into a well-prepared public health practitioner with a variety of in-demand skills.
Interprofessional
Gain an interprofessional education that will prepare you to work on multi-disciplinary teams to deliver the best health outcomes for all.
Flexible Formats
On-campus, online, and hybrid formats are available. Whether enrolled part– or full-time, select the format that fits your lifestyle best, including options tailored to busy, adult learners.
Concentrations
Competencies
The foundational and concentration competencies, which establish a framework for monitoring the quality of student learning, promoting student success, and advancing the field of public health.
Practicum
MPH students are required to complete a 200-hour practicum. This real-world experience gives you the opportunity to practice and improve professional skills in a supervised setting.
Faculty
George Mason’s Department of Global and Community Health faculty are not only skilled educators dedicated to your success, they are also industry-expert professionals who make impactful contributions to their field.
Opportunities
The Master of Public Health program prepares graduates to become epidemiologists, health educators, project managers, leaders in community health, and more.
Graduates of the program are employed at nonprofit organizations, state and local health departments, hospitals, health clinics, schools, and laboratories.
Graduates may also continue their education towards doctoral degrees, including George Mason’s PhD in Public Health.
Outcomes
The College of Public Health’s Career Center is committed to providing career advising, internship, and job support for undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni.
This support paired with experiential learning opportunities leads to impressive alumni outcomes:
- 89% of employed graduates work full-time
- 89% work in a field related to career goals
- 2020 graduates’ average salary is $69K+
Accreditation Information
The Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accreditation assures quality in public health education and training to achieve excellence in practice, research, and service.
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