Program Overview

Introduction to the Online MS in Epidemiology Program

The Online MS in Epidemiology program is designed for students with a wide variety of backgrounds, including full-time working professionals and recent graduates. This program is specially designed to be flexible for students with work and other responsibilities, while delivering a rigorous curriculum.

Program Overview

• The program focuses on enhancing research skills and learning to work in a research-related field within epidemiology.
• Students acquire deep theoretical knowledge and specific skills to advance their research careers.
• The program is delivered in an online format, with both synchronous and asynchronous components.
• The synchronous component includes face-to-face interaction with instructors one weekend a month.
• The asynchronous component requires students to work remotely at their own pace throughout the month prior to meeting with instructors.

Program Details

Difference Between MPH and MS in Epidemiology

• MPH students learn the full spectrum of public health with a focus on epidemiology.
• MS students in epidemiology focus on enhancing their research skills and learn to work in a research-related field within epidemiology.
• While MPH students gain experience through a hands-on practicum in the field, MS students acquire deep theoretical knowledge and specific skills to advance their research careers.

Program Structure

• The program is designed to be flexible for students with work and other responsibilities.
• Most students work full or part-time while completing the program.
• The program is delivered in an online format, with a combination of synchronous and asynchronous components.

Degree Requirements

• The degree conferred is a fully valid MS in Epidemiology degree by Columbia University.
• The degree appears as "MS in Epidemiology" on all certifications of education completion.

Application Process

• Applications are submitted online through SOPHAS.
• When selecting the desired program in SOPHAS, the Online MS in Epidemiology appears as "Executive MS in Epidemiology".
• For more detailed information about application materials, please refer to the Apply Section.

Conclusion

The Online MS in Epidemiology program is a flexible and rigorous program designed for students with a wide variety of backgrounds. The program focuses on enhancing research skills and learning to work in a research-related field within epidemiology, and is delivered in an online format with a combination of synchronous and asynchronous components. The degree conferred is a fully valid MS in Epidemiology degree by Columbia University.