Best Online MPH Degree Programs for 2026

Online MPH programs (Master's in Public Health programs) have become as rigorous as on-campus programs and offer several advantages. These include flexibility, affordability, access to advanced technologies, a diverse student body, and global opportunities. ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ can learn at their own pace, save money, interact with a range of professionals, and gain exposure to diverse global perspectives on public health issues. MPH students gain critical skills in analysis, research, and communication, and may study public health issues from epidemiology and biostatistics to environmental health, social and behavioral sciences, health policy, public health administration, and global health. The master of public health degree may be a rewarding choice for those seeking better job prospects and/or higher salaries in public and private sectors, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and international health bodies.

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650 Maryville University Drive
Saint Louis, MO 63141

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Maryville University s tech-forward Master of Health Administration program offers a future-focused exploration of healthcare trends, providing the flexibility to create your own personalized journey. Pursue the general MHA or specialize in one of four concentrations: Health Informatics and Analytics, Healthcare Leadership, Population Health Management, or Senior Services. Learn from experienced faculty who are active industry practitioners and complete your degree in as few as 24 months. Request information about our programs, courses, and what you need to apply.

Program Type: Private
Program Length: 24 months or less
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Testing Requirement: No GRE required
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1918 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052

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Connect with D.C. — the center of public health — from anywhere when you join GW’s online Master of Public Health (MPH) program. GW’s top-11 public health school prepares aspiring leaders with the network and skillset to find their place in advancing health and wellness across the globe. Scholarships available. No GRE is required.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 1 to 5 years
Credits Required: 45 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE
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103 South Bldg Cb 9100
Chapel Hill, NC 27599

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The UNC Gillings School's Master of Public Health (MPH), offered on-campus, online, and distance by the top public school of public health in the country, is a comprehensive, integrated program that will give you the skills and knowledge you need to solve urgent public health problems in North Carolina and around the world. Upon entering the program, you'll begin gaining knowledge and skills in the Gillings MPH Core, the foundation of the MPH program. At the Gillings School, you can choose from among 13 concentration areas, matching your education to your passions. You will join a diverse, dynamic, open-door community of world-class faculty, student colleagues, and exceptional staff. Together, you will gain the knowledge, skills, experience, and networks to make a difference right away.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 20 to 36 months
Credits Required: 42 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE
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One Prospect Street
Providence, RI 02912

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Brown University's School of Public Health, academic excellence meets real-world impact in our fully online MPH program. Working professionals worldwide gain access to Ivy League education rooted in Brown's cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary approach. Our accelerated 16-month format and integrated practicum experiences prepare graduates to shape the future of public health.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 12-24 months
Credits Required: 12 Courses
Testing Requirement: No GRE required
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1401 E University Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85721

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The University of Arizona?s Online Master of Public Health degree prepares graduates with skills and knowledge to build healthier communities locally and globally. ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ take foundational courses that address core public health competencies and then specialize in areas such as Applied Epidemiology, Climate Change, Health Behavior/Health Promotion, and Population Aging. All students combine coursework with an applied practice experience that trains them to affect change.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 24 Months with options for shorter or longer program plans
Credits Required: 42 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE/MCAT scores required

Indiana University-Indianapolis - Master of Public Health

420 University Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46202
The Master of Public Health (MPH) provides a balance of academic theory and real-world experience, ensuring students are prepared for a career in public health. ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ in the Health Policy and Management (HPM) concentration will acquire skills in policy process, development, and analysis.ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ explore current national and state public health issues and make policy recommendations to address those issues, as well as develop strategic capability for managing health services organizations in a policy context.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 to 3 years
Credits Required: 45 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

University of Indianapolis - Master of Public Health

1400 E Hanna Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
You want to make a difference. And you also want to do well. With a master of public health degree from UIndy, you can do both either in your community or around the world. Because it is a broad program, you can choose your own niche based on your areas of interest or greatest concern. You'll also be entering a fast-growing field. Health education specialist employment is expected to grow by 12 percent from 2014-2024. Growth is driven by efforts to improve health and reduce healthcare costs. With UIndy s concentration in health disparities preventable differences in the health of various populations you will really focus on hot topics and finding ways to change unhealthy behaviors for the better.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 45 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Purdue University-Main Campus - Master of Public Health

Hovde Hall of Administration
West Lafayette, IN 47907
You deserve a degree with options and flexibility. With the Purdue Master of Public Health (MPH) degree, you get both. You may pursue full- or part-time coursework as well as a concentration area that aligns with your interests. The MPH program blends scientific rigor with practical application to ensure you are ready to tackle the next public health crisis facing your community. Our alumni find success in an array of fields, from the nonprofit sector to government appointments to healthcare positions to private industry.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 42 credit
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Indiana University-Bloomington - Master of Public Health

107 South Indiana Ave.
Bloomington, IN 47405
With My Public Health Direct, the online graduate catalog of Indiana University-Bloomington's School of Public Health, you can earn a Master's degree or graduate certificate in the public health concentration of your choice. Whether you study full-time or part-time, you ll gain an education that s second to none and respected worldwide.Coursework is taught by the same award-winning faculty who teach on campus, yet is available 100% online and accessible anywhere with internet access. The School of Public Health-Bloomington is Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accredited.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 44 to 50 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Ohio State University-Main Campus - Master of Public Health

15 E. 15th Avenue
Columbus, OH 43201
The Master of Public Health (MPH) is the core professional degree recognized throughout the world for public health practice, both in the public sector and in emerging private sector careers related to population health.At Ohio State, the MPH is offered in two formats: a traditional full-time format and a more flexible part-time format. The curriculum for the traditional MPH consists of a minimum of 45 semester credits organized into five curricular domains
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 1 to 3 years
Credits Required: 45 credits
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Andrews University - Public Health Program

4150 Administration Drive, Room 136
Berrien Springs, MI 49104
Public Health is research in action. The Science of Prevention. The Master of Public Health (MPH) will prepare highly competent public health professionals with the knowledge and training to prevent disease and restore health in local, national and global communities.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 30 months
Credits Required: 43 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

University of Toledo - Master of Public Health

2801 W Bancroft
Toledo, OH 43606
The Master of Public Health Generalist degree program was designed for students that want to have an array of knowledge within the field of public health. The range in viewpoints for this degree program is what makes this program great for students that wish to pursue careers in public health specific fields or in positions that blend the characteristics of public health with other fields such as Business, Medicine, or Sociology.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 to 3 years
Credits Required: 45 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

University of Kentucky - Master of Public Health

South Limestone
Lexington, KY 40506
The Master of Public Health (MPH) is a career-focused, practice-based graduate degree for change-makers focused on building healthier populations. Our nationally-ranked MPH program will give you the skills you need to create what s possible: a world with less human suffering, more access to care, and health equity for all. The program offers concentrations in Epidemiology, Health Behavior, Environmental Health, and Health Management & Policy.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 43 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

University of Illinois at Chicago - Master of Public Health

601 S Morgan
Chicago, IL 60607
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign MPH Program combines the benefits of a small program with the resources and opportunities of a leading research university. Our nationally accredited MPH program provides training in the foundational principles of public health with a concentration either in Epidemiology or Health Behavior and Promotion. All students in the program gain hands-on experience in real-world public health settings, preparing them for successful careers after graduation. Our small program size means that students are surrounded by a tight-knit cohort of peers and can easily connect with the supportive faculty. We welcome students from a wide variety of disciplines and training to join our diverse cohort of MPH students.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 48 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Master of Public Health

1109 Geddes Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
The University of Michigan School of Public Health offers several master's degree options. Our top-ranked programs cover public health research and practice with an emphasis on positive, real-world impact, preparing students for careers in public health that span the field and address the biggest challenges facing populations local and global.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 42-60 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Loyola University Chicago - Master of Public Health

1032 W. Sheridan Rd
Chicago, IL 60660
The field of public health is one of the most exciting and dynamic in all of health care and is projected to expand dramatically, creating many roles focused on confronting complex health issues.Through the Master of Public Health program offered through Loyola University Chicago's respected Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health, you can position yourself to directly impact the health and well-being of individuals, communities, and populations worldwide.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 18 months to 5 years
Credits Required: 42 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Michigan State University - Master of Public Health

East Lansing, MI 48824
Meet the health needs of your communityBecome a public health professional.Raise health quality in your community or around the globe. Oversee health policies, programs and well-being.The accredited Master of Public Health (MPH) degree prepares you to work in disease prevention, food safety and more.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 to 5 years
Credits Required: 42 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Eastern Kentucky University - Master of Public Health

521 Lancaster Ave
Richmond, KY 40475
The program is tailored to meet the needs of individuals working in or planning to work in a public health profession. Classes are offered on evenings, Saturdays, and online.* A total of 42 semester hours are required to complete the program with 21 hours of MPH core requirements and 15 hours in the chosen concentration. Additional hours are completed in an Applied Practice Experience and Integrative Learning Experience. Full-time students can expect to complete the degree requirements in 2 to 3 years, depending on summer attendance.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 to 3 years
Credits Required: 42 credit hours
Testing Requirement: Yes

Chamberlain College of Nursing-Illinois - MPH Program

1221 N. Swift Road
Addison, IL 60101
The Master of Public Health (MPH) degree program is designed to challenge the way you think about the health of different population groups. It helps prepare students to lead projects and teams that implement solutions for a diverse range of public health programs and policies whether you re new to public health or are an existing healthcare professional.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 4-6 Semesters
Credits Required: 43 Credit Hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Ohio University-Main Campus - Master of Public Health

020 Chubb Hall
Athens, OH 45701
As you look to advance your career, Ohio University's online MPH can propel you forward while building on your natural instinct to serve. With a curriculum designed for real-world application, you will master essential concepts while connecting with hands-on learning opportunities at public health organizations. You'll also work directly with our top-ranked faculty and engage in a community-focused, applied practice experience. When you graduate, you'll have more than a degree: you'll have a comprehensive understanding of how to further community health and step confidently into the next stage of your career.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 to 3 years
Credits Required: 42 credit
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Grand Valley State University - Master of Public Health

1 Campus Dr
Allendale, MI 49401
Grand Valley State University's Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) degree, offered by the School of Interdisciplinary Health, prepares students by enhancing career opportunities through the acquisition of quantitative and qualitative problem solving research skills, service, and experiential learning. Public health professionals promote good health and prevent disease within communities. The M.P.H. provides graduate and community-based education and research grounded in social justice to help meet these goals.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 20 months
Credits Required: 48 credit
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Baldwin Wallace University - Master of Public Health

275 Eastland Rd
Berea, OH 44017
A Master of Public Health is the core professional degree recognized throughout the world for population health practice in both the public sector and in emerging private sectors. It is a growing field of study with diverse job opportunities.BW's MPH features a rigorous curriculum rich in applied experiences, research and advanced public health theory. Our graduates have the skills to become population health professionals capable of addressing health disparities with multidisciplinary, evidence-based approaches.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 36 months
Credits Required: 45 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Northern Illinois University - Master of Public Health

1425 W. Lincoln Hwy.
Dekalb, IL 60115
Our nationally accredited Master of Public Health program prepares you for professional leadership positions in public health and other health-related agencies. This degree provides you with the skills necessary to identify health issues on a large scale. You ll gain the knowledge needed to analyze topics such as health concerns in cities versus rural areas, childhood obesity or the health effects from climate change. And you ll be prepared to create programs and lead organizations to improve the health of a whole population.With a multidisciplinary, collaborative approach that employs the latest research, you ll learn how to analyze the behavioral, social, economic, political and professional forces that shape community health in order to meeta diverse populations health needs. With a wide variety of electives to choose from, and online courses, our program is also flexible to meet your needs.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 24 months
Credits Required: 45 semester credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

University of Akron Main Campus - Master of Public Health

302 Buchtel Common
Akron, OH 44325
This nontraditional program is geared to the working professional who would like to broaden their role in improving community health, enhance current job skills or seek career advancement. ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ take core courses that are delivered through webinar and online teaching each semester.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 1-6 years
Credits Required: 42 credits
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Cleveland State University - Master of Public Health

2121 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
This nontraditional program is geared to the working professional who would like to broaden their role in improving community health, enhance current job skills or seek career advancement. ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ take core courses that are delivered through webinar and online teaching each semester.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 1-6 years
Credits Required: 42 credits
Testing Requirement: No GRE

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