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Online Master’s in Public Health Program (MPH)

Overview

The Master of Public Health (MPH) online degree program at University of Bridgeport prepares public health practitioners for complex local, national, and global issues in contemporary public health by providing a relevant and innovative competency-based curriculum.

Program Goals

The MPH online program prepares its graduates for a variety of roles in public health administration, policy, and advocacy through content that engages both the science and practice of public health management. The skills acquired in the MPH program are both practical and transferable to a number of healthcare fields. Program goals align with the mission of Healthy People 2030 that promotes, strengthens, and evaluates the nation’s efforts to improve the health and well-being of all people.

Accelerated Professional Opportunities

University of Bridgeport offers an accelerated 4+1 MPH degree track for undergraduate Health Science students with a concentration in community health — enabling students to earn their BS and MPH in only five years by beginning master-level studies during their senior year. To earn and maintain eligibility, undergraduates must complete 75 credits and maintain a GPA of 3.0.

Concentrations

• Global Health
• Community Health
• Health Policy and Management

Program Structure

• 100% online
• 6 start dates
• 3 concentrations
• 7-week terms
• No GRE/GMAT required
• 12 to 15-month accelerated option

Accreditation

University of Bridgeport/Goodwin University is an applicant for accreditation by the Council on Education for Public Health. The accreditation review will address the Master of Public Health program. Other degrees and areas of study offered by this institution will not be included in the unit of accreditation review. For additional information, please see ceph.org.

Scholarship Opportunities

We’ve been awarded $1.5M for scholarship assistance for MPH enrollments.* You may be eligible for up to $15,000. Ask an admissions officer to see if you qualify. This scholarship opportunity is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $1,500,000.

Joint Program

This is a joint program offered by Goodwin University and University of Bridgeport. You will learn alongside fellow students from both universities and share experiences in a challenging learning environment. Upon completion, your master’s degree will list both universities.