MPH Epidemiology at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

The epidemiology (EPI) MPH program trains students to: analyze public health trends in the burden of disease, identify risk factors for disease, design and implement studies, and interpret results for disease prevention and control policies and programs. Two tracks are available to students in the Epidemiology MPH program: Standard Program or Accelerated Program. Students in the Standard Program are required to complete a minimum of 48 credits.

Faculty: School of Public Health | Duration: 2 years / Plan C 42 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Public Health Core, Epidemiology Core and Content, Biostatistics, Basic Science, Applied Practice Experience, Integrated Learning Experience, Electives.

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Entry requirements

For more information visit www.sph.umn.edu Admission to the accelerated program requires an earned doctorate (e.g., MD, PhD, DVM, DC, DDS), in a related field, from an accredited institution. A baccalaureate degree, with coursework in the basic sciences, from an accredited institution. Minimum undergraduate GPA 3.0. For TOEFL exams taken before January 21, 2026, the minimum total score is 100, and for exams taken on or after January 21, 2026, the minimum total score is 5. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 5, IELTS 7.

Duration: 2 years / Plan C 42 credits

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