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Master of Public Health – Environmental/Occupational Health & Sustainability

Department of Environmental & Public Health, Administration & Medical Sciences

College of Health Sciences

Master of Public Health – Environmental/Occupational Health & Sustainability

Department of Environmental & Public Health, Administration & Medical Sciences

College of Health Sciences

On-Campus

Program

42 Credit Hours

to Graduate

Full-Time, In-State Tuition

$572 Per Credit Hour

Free Books

for All Students

Protect the Environment and Human Health as a Community-Focused Public Health Practitioner

The need for qualified, knowledgeable public health professionals working to advance policies and programs to ensure human health, protect the environment, inform state and federal legislators, and reduce waste has dramatically increased.

EKU’s master of public health (MPH) program with a concentration in environmental/occupational health & sustainability prepares you with the knowledge and competencies needed to protect people and provide communities with healthier environments. Graduates leave the program prepared to take on leadership roles as competent, skilled public health advocates ready to address global health issues or focus on policy designed to mitigate society’s impact on the ecosystem.

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Career Outlook

The NACE Summer 2021 Salary Survey report found that individuals with an MPH had an average starting salary of $60,624. In contrast, the average starting salary for bachelor’s holders was $44,017, a difference of 38%.

An MPH degree offers an impressive variety of career paths. If you are passionate about the health industry, an MPH can position you to take on exciting new roles and play an important part in maintaining the health and safety of your community.

Job Titles Include:

  • Health Education Specialist
  • Epidemiologist
  • Social and Community Service Manager
  • Medical and Health Services Manager

A master of public health (MPH) is a professional degree that can open the door to leadership positions with higher level responsibilities and higher pay.

Employers Include:

  • Local Health Departments
  • University of Kentucky
  • Aetna
  • Vanderbilt Medical Center

The Office of Academic and Career Services is a one-stop shop for all your career and professional development needs.

Services Include:

  • Creating/updating your resume and cover letter
  • Interviewing tips and coaching
  • Career documents review
  • Job search

Why EKU?

  • Free textbooks through EKU BookSmart
  • No application fee
  • Reduced tuition for active-duty military members and their spouses
  • No GRE required
  • Complete your degree in as little as 24 months
  • CEPH Accredited
  • Complete an applied practicum experience and network with professionals in the field
  • Free tutoring and career services assistance

Health Promotion Concentration

EKU’s master of public health (MPH) program with a concentration health promotion in prepares you with the knowledge and competencies needed to face public health issues and emergencies at the local, state and national level. Graduates leave the program prepared to take on leadership roles as culturally competent, skilled public health practitioners ready to address global health issues.

Curriculum & Admission

The MPH program offers the opportunity to make a valuable and positive difference in peoples’ lives. Regardless of where you live in the world, public health issues affect us all. With an MPH degree you can play a critical role in strengthening the public health workforce and preventing, preparing, and responding to public health emergencies.

A minimum of 42 credits are required to graduate.

View the degree requirements:

EKU Academic Catalog

Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

Requests to transfer credits are considered on an individual basis after students are admitted to the program. In order for transfer credits to be given, a course must be a graduate course from an accredited institution, appropriate to the student’s course of study at EKU, and approved by the student’s advisor, the Program Director, and the Graduate School. A maximum of 12 semester hours may be transferred and the 7-year time limit also applies to completion of such.

On-Campus Deadlines
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SpringDecember 1January
SummerMay 1May
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Fall BSeptember 30October
Spring ADecember 31January
Spring BFebruary 28March
Summer AApril 30May
Summer BMay 31June

  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution
  • Graduate school application
  • Official transcripts – Applicants with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher – or – 3.25 in their last 60 hours of undergraduate work meet the minimum requirements for eligibility for full-admission consideration. Applicants with a cumulative undergraduate degree GPA of 2.5 or higher, but do not meet the requirements for full-admission consideration, are eligible for provisional admission consideration. Students with provisional admission based upon GPA must maintain a cumulative graduate GPA of 3.0 or higher for their first two academic terms
  • Statement of personal and professional objectives (1 1/2 to 2 pages)
  • Three professional or academic references with current contact information
  • A TOEFL score of at least 550 for paper based, 79 for internet based, or 213 computerized, is required for international applicants. Satisfying the minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee admission

Academic Background Expectations for the Environmental/Occupational Health & Sustainability Concentration

So that timely progress toward the degree can be achieved, the following undergraduate pre-requisite courses are expected to be completed prior to active participation in the program.

At least 1 physical science, 2 chemistry with lab, 2 biology with lab, college algebra, and 1 microbiology course at the undergraduate level.

EKU’s public health program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) and the National Environmental Health Science and Protection Accreditation Council (EHAC)

Enrolling & Advising Information

EKU’s College of Health Sciences is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

Interested in enrolling? Reach out to the enrollment counselor for your preferred program.

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Student Stories & Features

Lauren Close

EKU Exercise and Sport Science Graduate
Earning my master’s from EKU provided me with the expertise to enter my desired career field. Not only did I gain the skills and experience to stand out to employers, I formed lasting relationships that remain an important part of my professional journey. The EKU faculty were a huge part of my success as a student and their steadfast support has continued into my professional career.

Erin Thompson

EKU Recreation and Park Administration Graduate
I love how much service-learning experiences we have in RPA and that classes are not just lecture. I am building an amazing resume as a result.

Patrick Rood

EKU Recreation and Park Administration Graduate
I love RPA because it is family. If someone is struggling or feeling down, there is always someone to pick you up. You will always find a friendly face and a warm smile when you go into the department. My true and most happy self is all thanks to the department.

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Contact Information

Department of Environmental & Public Health, Administration, and Medical Sciences

Dizney Building
Room 220
4377 Kit Carson Drive
Richmond, KY 40475

859-622-3078
Fax: 859-622-1939
ephams@eku.edu

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