Program Overview

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Online Executive Master's of Public Health (MPH) With Residency Program

The Drexel University Dornsife School of Public Health's Executive Master's of Public Health gives you a strong foundation in all disciplines of public health, with a particular focus on public health practice. The curriculum of this flexible, hybrid program is designed for working professionals who are currently employed in public health or a related field and looking to expand their leadership career opportunities, or those with a newfound interest in public health.

Program Overview

• The program is 2 years in duration.
• It is offered in an online format with a residency requirement.
• The program consists of 56 quarter credits.
• The tuition rate is $1062 per credit.

Program at a Glance

• 56 quarter credits
• Drexel Dornsife is proud to be the first university in Philadelphia to be accredited by the Council on Education in Public Health (CEPH)
• Hybrid curriculum allows for flexible learning environments geared toward working professionals while providing the benefits of in-person networking, collaboration, and practical experience
• U.S. News & World Report ranks Drexel Dornsife the #1 graduate school of public health in Philadelphia and a top school nationwide.
• Taught by highly respected Dornsife School of Public Health faculty
• No GRE required

What is an Executive MPH Program?

The Executive MPH is designed with the flexibility you need to earn your MPH while still working in your current role and developing your future career goals. As public health needs evolve and grow, public health practitioners are being tasked with more and more expansive responsibilities in the public health space. This academically robust degree will give you an in-depth public health education that covers a wide array of public health skills, while affording you the opportunity to customize your plan of study to your specific professional aspirations.

What Can I Do with An Executive MPH Degree?

As a student in Drexel's Executive MPH program, you will generally be learning alongside professionals who are currently working in public health and related fields. Drexel Dornsife students come from local, state, and federal health agencies, health systems, health and social services, community organizations, education, clinical research, medicine, and pharmaceutical companies.

Upon graduation, many of our students continue to progress in their current companies with strong foundational knowledge that helps them stand out in the job market. Just a few of the employers our students have gone on to have careers with are:

• Philadelphia Department of Public Health
• American Red Cross
• Action Wellness
• Public Health Management Corporation
• Independence Blue Cross
• Penn Medicine
• United States Public Health Service
• NYC Department of Education

How Long Does It Take to Complete an Executive MPH?

Drexel's Executive MPH program is a 21-month hybrid program that includes in-person sessions on two Fridays per quarter. These sessions include guest speakers like Philadelphia's public health leaders. The EMPH is a cohort-based program, so you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with your fellow classmates during residencies and online coursework.

How Much Can You Make with an Executive MPH?

Your salary as a public health professional will vary based on several factors. Title, location, and years of experience all play a role in determining your pay.

Learn From the Best

As an Executive MPH student, you will learn from the respected faculty in Drexel's Dornsife School of Public Health. The program is Directed by Jennifer Kolker, MPH, the Associate Dean for Practice at the School of Public Health.

Curriculum

This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year.

Core Courses

Course	Title	Credits
BST 571	Introduction to Biostatistics	3.0
EPI 570	Introduction to Epidemiology	3.0
HMP 505	Qualitative Data and Mixed Methods Analysis	3.0
PBHL 510	Public Health Foundations and Systems I	4.0
PBHL 511	Public Health Foundations and Systems II	4.0

Major Courses

Course	Title	Credits
CHP 671	Community Organizing and Community Assessment for Health and Wellness	3.0
EOH 550	Introduction to Urban Health	3.0
HMP 660	Public Policy and Advocacy	3.0
HMP 667	Professional Seminar for the Executive MPH Program	4.5

Applied Practical Experience

Course	Title	Credits
PBHL 500	Practical Experience for the Master of Public Health	0.0

Integrative Learning Experience

Course	Title	Credits
HMP 752	EMPH Capstone I	2.5
HMP 753	EMPH Capstone II	2.5
HMP 754	EMPH Capstone III	2.5

Electives

• 18.0 credits

Total Credits

• 56.0 credits

Admissions Criteria

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or an equivalent international institution
• GPA of at least 3.0 preferred
• Minimum 3 years of professional work experience
• Standardized Test Scores are NOT required

Required Documents

• A completed application
• Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended
• Two professional letters of recommendation
• Resume
• Essay of approximately 500 words describing what you perceive to be pressing public health issues, why a career in the field appeals to you, and how it will use your strengths and commitment
• Additional requirements for International Students

Transfer Credit Opportunities

If you're considering transferring into this online program, you may be eligible to transfer up to 15 graduate-level quarter credits.

Computer Requirements

Working knowledge of and access to a personal computer (no more than 4 years old), high-speed connection to the Internet, and Microsoft Office applications.

Tuition

The tuition rate for the academic year is $1062 per credit. For the academic year, students enrolled in an online graduate academic program will be charged a graduate online program fee of $125 per year.

Academic Calendar

Academic Year

• Fall 2025: September 22, 2025 - December 13, 2025
• Winter 2026: January 5, 2026 - March 21, 2026
• Spring 2026: March 30, 2026 - June 13, 2026
• Summer 2026: June 22, 2026 - September 5, 2026