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Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) Admission Requirements

The School of Public Health seeks students with intellectual and interpersonal competencies as well as those with potential for leadership. The school has set a high priority on establishing a student body that is representative of the nation's population. We strive to recruit and to admit applicants from underrepresented minority groups who can contribute to the richness of our student population and to that of the nation's public health professionals. We also welcome the applications of Pennsylvania residents.

Admissions Process:

• The Admissions Committee carefully reviews applications and gives personal essays and letters of recommendation particular attention.
• The selection process weighs prior academic and personal accomplishments, emphasizing demonstrated leadership and evidence of strengths in management.
• Diversity of background and outside interests, depth of self-appraisal, commitment to public heath, and working with individuals are highly valued.
• Prior work experience in a field related to public health is highly recommended.

Applicants Should Have:

• Satisfactorily completed an undergraduate bachelor degree program in an accredited U.S. college or university, or its equivalent in another country
• A course in Statistics is highly recommended
• Six undergraduate or graduate credits in the social or behavioral sciences and three in the biological sciences are preferred, but not required
• Satisfactory results from one of the following taken within the past five years (the GRE or GMAT is preferred):
  • Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
  • Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)
  • Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)
  • Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for applicants whose first language is not English

The Application Process also requires:

• Completion of the School's application
• A personal essay describing what you perceive to be pressing public health issues, why a career in the field appeals to you, and how it will use your strengths and commitment
• Three letters of recommendation

Applicants to the joint M.D./M.P.H. program must be accepted to both the Drexel College of Medicine and the School of Public Health.

If you have questions, feel free to contact the Office of Enrollment Management at (215) 762-8288, or via email at enroll@drexel.edu.