Program Overview

Introduction to NYU School of Global Public Health

The NYU School of Global Public Health offers a wide range of programs for students interested in pursuing a career in public health. These programs are designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to succeed in this field.

Academic Programs

The school offers various academic programs, including:

• Master of Public Health (MPH)
• Master of Science in Biostatistics (MS)
• Master of Science in Epidemiology (MS)
• Master of Arts in Bioethics
• Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health (PhD)
• Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
• Master of Public Health (MPH) Dual Degree Programs
• Certificate Programs
• 4+1 Programs
• Undergraduate Co-Majors & Minors

Master of Public Health (MPH)

The MPH program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of public health principles and practices. The program offers various concentrations, including:

• Biostatistics
• Community Health Science and Practice
• Environmental Public Health
• Epidemiology
• Global Health
• Public Health Management
• Public Health Nutrition
• Public Health Policy
• Social and Behavioral Sciences

Master of Arts in Bioethics

The Master of Arts in Bioethics program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of bioethics principles and practices. The program offers various courses, including:

• Admissions
• Meet Our Faculty
• Courses
• Practicum
• Study Abroad
• FAQs
• MD/MA in Bioethics Dual Degree

Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health (PhD)

The PhD program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in public health research and practice. The program offers various courses, including:

• Admissions
• Administration
• Meet Our Doctoral Students
• Courses
• Concentrations
• Competencies
• Candidacy and Dissertation
• Forms
• Study Abroad
• Upcoming Events

Research

The school is committed to advancing knowledge in public health through research. The research areas include:

• Centers, Labs & Initiatives
• Proposals and Awards
• Research Projects
• Funding Opportunities
• Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health
• Ellen C. Gstalder Memorial Scholarship
• Global Impact Map

Faculty

The school has a diverse and experienced faculty who are committed to teaching, research, and service. The faculty offers various resources, including:

• Faculty Affairs
• Teaching Resources
• Technology Enhanced Education

Students

The school offers various resources and services to support students, including:

• Public Health Career Hub
• Incoming Students
• Current Students
• International Students
• Resources, Forms & Policies
• Student Affairs Team
• Upcoming Student Events
• Graduation

Curricular Practical Training (CPT)

The school offers Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for international students. The CPT program is designed to provide students with practical experience in their field of study. The program requires students to apply for CPT authorization, which is managed by the Office of Global Services (OGS). The eligibility categories for CPT include:

• A degree requirement for all students to graduate
• The program requires students to choose option 2: A degree requirement for all students to graduate. Other options selected will result in a rejection.

Important Information for CPT Request

The program requires students to have an approved PLC, except for MS Biostatistics students, who must submit an offer letter for the internship. The program also requires students to list Dr. Blaney, Interim Dean of Public Health Practice, as their advisor.

Eligibility Categories for CPT

The program has three eligibility categories, but students can only choose option 2: A degree requirement for all students to graduate.

Full-time Versus Part-time CPT

The program allows students to complete full-time CPT during the summer semester and part-time CPT during academic semesters.

Dates are Important

The program requires students to submit their CPT requests on time, as CPT requests cannot be backdated. The program also requires students to complete their internships by the specified dates, including April 15 for Spring graduating students.