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PhD Environmental Health at George Washington University

George Washington University, United States

Programme overview

Program Directors: Jordan Kuiper and Kelvin Fong The mission of the doctor of philosophy (PhD) in the field of environmental health program is to educate individuals focused on developing new knowledge in the methods or applications of environmental health sciences that translates to environmental public health policy and practice. Program scholars will advance knowledge in analysis and laboratory sciences. Demonstrate skills across a wide range of epidemiologic and biostatistical theories and methods. Use knowledge in environmental public health risk sciences.

Faculty: Milken Institute School of Public Health  |  Department: Environmental and Occupational Health  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

12 to 18 credits in elective courses, the selection of which is tailored to meet students' career goals and done in consultation with the advisor. For program-specific information about graduation requirements, students should refer to their program guide and the PhD Handbook Supplement available from SPH. Credits: Successful completion of at least 48 credits (at least 72 credits for PhD in health data science students).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are made through the Milken Institute School of Public Health graduate admissions office; programme-specific requirements are published on the college application requirements page.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications are submitted through the Graduate Application Center with a non-refundable $80 application fee; deadlines vary by programme and school.

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