DrPH Public Health at University of Georgia

Entry requirements

Step 1: Apply to SOPHAS All applicants to the Doctor of Public Health degree must have: A master’s-level degree in public health (MPH or MSPH). Students with other master’s degrees may be considered and accepted provisionally, but will need to complete the five MPH core courses (15 hours) prior to acceptance into the DrPH program. These courses will not apply to the DrPH degree. All master’s degrees must be from an accredited institution. At least three years of experience in the public health area after having completed a master’s degree. Applicants are expected to have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. DrPH degree program applicants must apply via the Schools of Public Health Application Service (SOPHAS). For detailed information, please visit the SOPHAS website. Official academic transcripts should be sent directly to SOPHAS from the registrars or records offices at the institutions you attended. A resume/CV and statement of purpose must also be included in your SOPHAS application. The statement of purpose is your opportunity to communicate to us how this progra