ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ’s Master of Public Health (MPH) prepares students to improve the health of communities and populations through evidence-based public health practice. The program explores how social, environmental and behavioral factors affect health while building the skills needed to prevent disease, reduce health disparities and promote healthier communities.
The 42-credit MPH curriculum covers epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, health policy and management, social and behavioral sciences, communication, leadership, program planning and diversity, equity & inclusion . Students also connect their studies to real public health challenges through applied learning, research and an Applied Practice Experience. Courses are delivered in an online/hybrid format with an intensive experience at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ’s Atlantic City campus.
Build Your Future in Public Health
What will I learn in ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ’s Master of Public Health program?
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ’s MPH program builds skills across the major areas of public health, epidemiology, biostatistics and environmental health. Students also study health policy, social and behavioral sciences, program planning, communication and leadership while examining how health equity and social conditions affect the wellbeing of communities.
How does ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ’s MPH prepare students for careers in public health?
Students learn to apply population health, public health research, program planning and evidence-based practice to challenges facing communities and organizations. The program prepares graduates to contribute in settings such as state and county health departments, nonprofit agencies, hospital population health offices, wellness centers and academic institutions.
What kind of real-world experience is included in the MPH program?
Students complete an Applied Practice Experience that connects public health coursework with professional practice. The experience typically includes 200 contact hours and may take place with community organizations, health care agencies, nonprofit organizations, academic settings or government and nongovernmental agencies, giving students experience applying public health practice, community health and program planning skills.
Can I complete ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ’s Master of Public Health while working?
The MPH uses an online/hybrid learning format and offers both full-time and part-time study options. Students following the recommended curriculum pace can complete the 42-credit program in two years (full time) or three yeares (part time), providing flexibility for students balancing graduate study with professional or personal responsibilities.
What makes ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ a strong choice for a Master of Public Health?
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ’s MPH combines public health practice, health equity, population health and applied learning in a flexible online/hybrid format. Students also complete in-person portions of hybrid coursework at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ’s Atlantic City campus, adding face-to-face learning to the program’s online/hybrid format.
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
The mission of the Master of Public Health Program at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ is to advance the field of public health and promote the health of individuals and communities at the local, regional, national and global level with an emphasis on health equity and social justice. We develop public health practitioners and leaders who collaborate with, advocate for, and empower the communities they serve. We promote student success and prepare students to meet the challenges of their future career through our student-centered instruction, research and scholarship, and service to diverse communities. 
Vision
The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ MPH program envisions a world where all people thrive in healthy, equitable communities - wherever they live, work, learn, play, and worship. We envision societies where preventable illness is minimized, health disparities are eliminated, and public health systems enable everyone to reach their full health potential.
Program Faculty
Stephanie Griffin, PhD, CIH
Admission Criteria
Priority Consideration Date:
Fall: July 1
While graduate admissions selection committees review applications until the start
of the semester (rolling admission), by applying prior to the Priority Consideration Date, you can ensure that your transition to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ is as smooth as possible.
Prerequisite Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Successfully completed at least one undergraduate course in Biology AND one undergraduate course in Statistics, both with a grade of B or higher.
Admissions Requirements
- Click here to start your application. If you are a recent ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ graduate, check to see if you qualify for the Direct Entry Option.
- Application fee: $50 (non-refundable), submitted with your online application
- Graduate application essay
- Two current letters of recommendation. One reference letter must be from a college/university professor familiar with the applicant’s academic potential. The other letter may be from an employer or someone familiar with the applicant’s academic potential, public health experience, and/or work performance. The MPH program does not accept personal references from family members or individuals not meeting the aforementioned criteria.
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Current resume
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Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be sent directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions electronically, by mail, or in-person. The Office of Graduate Admissions will retrieve ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ transcripts on your behalf.
- By mail:
Office of Graduate Admissions, N-Wing 007a
101 Vera King Farris Drive
Galloway, NJ 08205-9441 - Electronically:
gradschool@stockton.edu
Learn more about our Health Care Partners Discount Program.
- By mail:
Admissions FAQ
1. When and where are classes held?
The delivery of course instruction will take place in an online hybrid format.
2. What is the length of the MPH program?
Two years if taken at the pace that is set forth in the curriculum worksheet.
3. Do I need a specific undergraduate degree for admission to the MPH program?
4. If I need to take a class on the Atlantic City campus, where can I park?
All information regarding parking in Atlantic City, can be found on the parking website.
5. Can I transfer graduate credits into the MPH program?
Transfer credits will be reviewed on an individual basis.
6. When are the applicants notified by the Office of Graduate Admissions as to whether they are accepted?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and applicants are typically notified within 4 to 6 weeks of submitting a complete application.
7. May I enroll as a part-time student?
8. Are GRE scores required?
9. Who should write my letters of recommendation?
Fieldwork / Internship
Turn classroom learning into professional experience through the MPH Applied Practice Experience. Students typically complete 200 contact hours working with an internship supervisor, applying public health knowledge and skills to current challenges in community and professional settings. Students may enroll after completing 21 credits in the program.
Applied Practice Experiences may take place in:
- Community-based organizations
- Health care agencies
- Academic settings
- Nonprofit organizations
- Governmental and nongovernmental agencies
Accreditation
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ’s Master of Public Health program is an applicant for accreditation by the . The accreditation review applies specifically to the Master of Public Health (MPH) program and does not include other ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ degrees or areas of study.
CEPH is the nationally recognized accrediting body for schools and programs of public health.
Careers That Strengthen Communities
A Master of Public Health can prepare you to address health challenges that affect entire communities and populations. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ MPH graduates can apply skills in epidemiology, health policy, program planning, environmental health, research and community engagement across public, nonprofit, health care and academic settings.
Potential career paths include:
- Epidemiologist
- Public Health Program Specialist
- Community Health Specialist
- Population Health Specialist
- Health Policy Analyst
- Environmental Health Specialist
- Public Health Educator
- Program Coordinator
- Research Coordinator
- Health Promotion Specialist
Opportunities may be found in state and local health departments, hospitals and health systems, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, research settings and community-based organizations.
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ÊÓƵ today. If you have further questions you can call the Office of Graduate Admissions at (609) 626-3640 or E-mail gradschool@stockton.edu.
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