Master of Public Health

100% online Master of Public Health (MPH) for IU School of Medicine

This Interdisciplinary Public Health Studies program has been specially designed for IUSM medical residents, fellows, and faculty. The 45-credit 100% asynchronous online MPH degree program offers the flexibility you need, with courses available in an accelerated 8-week format, allowing you to complete your degree on your timeline.

Enhance your career by completing a public health degree. With an MPH you can work with your local health department, join a related hospital committee, or incorporate public health research into your practice.

As noted by the American Medical Student Association, approaching health as a population-based issue—rather than an individual one—is a key reason to pursue an MPH. Preventive medicine physicians use public health tools such as surveillance and screening programs, legislation and regulations, health education and communications, and other community-based health initiatives to improve population health.

Why you should pursue a Master of Public Health degree

  1. Expanded skill set
    Gain expertise in public health disciplines like epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy, and social and behavioral health. This training enhances your ability to tackle health issues on a broader scale, beyond clinical practice.

  2. Career enhancement
    An MPH opens doors to enhance your career path, including roles in government agencies, nonprofits, academia, and international organizations. It paves the way for leadership positions in specialized fields such as epidemiology and health policy.

  3. Positive impact on population health
    Equip yourself with the knowledge to develop and implement strategies that improve public health outcomes. You’ll be able to work on initiatives that prevent disease, promote health, and reduce health disparities.

  4. Research and data analysis skills
    The program provides an opportunity to explore research methodologies and data analysis, essential for evidence-based practice. These skills will enhance your ability to conduct impactful research and contribute to the scientific community.

  5. Networking and collaboration
    An MPH program provides numerous opportunities to connect with professionals, researchers, and policymakers in the field of public health. Building a strong network can lead to collaborations, mentorship, and career advancement, enhancing your ability to make a significant impact in public health.

Coursework

After completing the six core public health courses, you will have the opportunity to choose coursework in specific public health domains and gain practical experience through an internship and capstone project.

Additionally, you can use your IU employee tuition benefit to help defray tuition costs, making this degree even more accessible. Review our sample degree pathways to see the possibilities.

Sample degree pathways

Residents/fellows/faculty
All courses are 8-week sessions unless denoted, ** indicating a 16-week session

  • PBHL-P 500 Social & Behavioral Science in Public Health (3 credits)
  • PBHL-P 504 US Healthcare Systems & Health Policy (3 credits)
  • PBHL-P 510 Introduction to Public Health (3 credits)
  • PBHL-P 517 Fundamentals of Epidemiology (3 credits)
  • PBHL-P 519 Environmental Science in Public Health (3 credits)
  • PBHL-P 551 Biostatistics for Public Health (3 credits)

  • PBHL-P 602 **Public Health Internship (2 credits)
  • PBHL-P 508 Certified in Public Health Exam (1 credit)
  • PBHL-P 705 **Public Health Capstone (3 credits)

  • PBHL-E 601 Advanced Epidemiology (3 credits)
  • PBHL-E 635 Foundations of Public Health Informatics (3 credits)
  • PBHL-E 711 Applied Epidemiological Methods I (3 credits)
  • PBHL-E 715 Design & Implementation of Observational Studies (3 credits)
  • PBHL-H 611 Policy Design, Implementation and Management (3 credits)
  • PBHL-H 619 Financial Management for Public Health Professionals (3 credits)
  • PBHL-H 624 Developing Strategic Capabilities (3 credits)
  • PBHL-H 628 Health Information Systems (3 credits)
  • PBHL-S 617 Health Promotion & Disease Prevention (3 credits)
  • PBHL-S 619 Health Disparities Health Equity (3 credits)
  • PBHL-S 662 Advanced Program Planning (3 credits)
  • PBHL-S 664 Research Methods & Program Evaluation (3 credits)

Students may choose from the course options below or choose any additional concentration level course to complete the 9 required credits.

  • PBHL-A 641 Global Health & Sustainable Development (3 credits)
  • PBHL-A 643 Water & Sanitation (3 credits)
  • PBHL-A 644 Sustainable Production & Consumption (3 credits)
  • PBHL-A 646 Preservation and Restoration of Land and Sea (3 credits)
  • PBHL-B 552 Fundamentals of Data Management (3 credits)
  • PBHL-B 581 Introduction to Computing (3 credits)
  • PBHL-B 582 Introduction to Clinical Trials (3 credits)
  • PBHL-E 609 Infectious Disease Epidemiology (3 credits)
  • PBHL-E 618 Global Cancer Epidemiology (3 credits)
  • PBHL-E 645 Information Exchange for Population Health (3 credits)
  • PBHL-H 531 Pop. Health and Value-based Care (3 credits)
  • PBHL-H 613 Emergency Preparedness (3 credits)
  • PBHL-H 658 Research Concepts in Health Policy & Management (3 credits)
  • PBHL-S 620 Stress and Population Health: A biopsychosocial exploration (3 credits)
  • PBHL-S 625 Applied Public Health Campaigns (3 credits)

Curriculum samples

In-state student tuition example
2 courses @ 6 credit hours per semester =$3,492.00
IU Tuition Benefit applied per semester =($1,843.00)
Total out of pocket tuition cost per semester =$1,629.00

Total *tuition for the degree with tuition benefit is $11,403.00.

*Tuition estimates are based upon current 2024 rates ($582 Indiana resident/$627 out of state per credit hour); annual university increase expected.


AY1
Summer 202x – 6 creditsPublic Health core 8w1
Public Health core 8w1
Fall 202x – 6 creditsPublic Health core 8w1
Public Health core 8w2
Spring 202x – 6 creditsPublic Health core 8w1
Public Health core 8w2
AY2
Summer 202x – 6 creditsPublic Health Practical Experience P508 (*1 credit) CPH Exam Prep 16w
Public Health Practical Experience P602 (*2 credits) Internship 16w
Public Health Elective 8w1
Fall 202x – 6 creditsPublic Health Concentration 8w1
Public Health Concentration 8w2
Spring 202x – 6 creditsPublic Health Concentration 8w1
Public Health Concentration 8w2
AY3
Summer 202x – 6 creditsPublic Health Elective 8w2
Public Health Elective 8w1
Fall 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health Practical Experience P705 Capstone 16w

In-state student tuition example
1 course @ 3 credit hours per semester =$1,746.00
IU Tuition Benefit applied per semester =($1,843.00)
Total out of pocket tuition cost per semester =$0.00

*Tuition estimates are based upon current 2024 rates ($582 Indiana resident/$627 out of state per credit hour); annual university increase expected.


AY1
Summer 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health core 8w1
Fall 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health core 8w1
Spring 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health core 8w1
AY2
Summer 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health core 8w1
Fall 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health core 8w1
Spring 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health core 8w1
AY3
Summer 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health Practical Experience P508 (*1 credit) CPH Exam Prep 16w
Public Health Practical Experience P602 (*2 credits) Internship 16w
Fall 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health Concentration 8w1
Spring 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health Concentration 8w1
AY4
Summer 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health Elective 8w1
Fall 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health Concentration 8w1
Spring 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health Concentration 8w1
AY5
Summer 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health Elective 8w1
Fall 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health Elective 8w1
Spring 202x – 3 creditsPublic Health Practical Experience P705 Capstone 16w

To apply for the IU employee tuition benefit, follow these steps

  • Visit the IU Tuition Benefit web page
    Go to the tuition benefit web page on the Indiana University Human Resources site.

  • Online application
    The simplest and fastest way to apply is online. You can access the application by visiting one.iu.eduand searching for the “Tuition Benefit” task.

  • Submit your application
    Complete and submit the application online. Applications can be submitted up to a full academic year in advance.

  • Application deadlines
    Make sure to submit your application by the semester/term deadline. Deadlines for each semester/term are listed on the tuition benefit web page

If you need further assistance, the IU Human Resources department can provide additional guidance.

Complete your application

Current IUSM medical residents, fellows, and faculty who are interested in the 100% asynchronous Master of Public Health degree are provided an expedited application process. Applicants will need to be prepared to upload their current résumé or CV as a PDF document with their first and last name.

Applications are processed on a rolling admissions cycle, but if utilizing IU Tuition benefits, please be aware of semester filing deadlines.

After application review, applicants will receive an email notification to accept/decline admission and instructions on how to submit a university application through IU GRAD CAS. The IU application fee will be waived.

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