Program Overview

Introduction to the Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health

The Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health offers a multidisciplinary approach to preventing disease, promoting health, and addressing societal healthcare issues. The school provides a strong foundation for students to pursue careers in public health and related fields.

Undergraduate Degrees and Minors

The school offers several undergraduate degrees and minors, including:

• BS in Public Health
• BS in Health Services Management
• Accelerated Degrees
• Undergraduate Minors and Tracks
• Honors
• Public Health Nursing Pathways

BS in Public Health

The Bachelor of Science in Public Health is a flexible degree that allows students to personalize their education to meet their medical school aspirations. The program provides a well-rounded foundation to solve complicated health problems and covers essential public health topics and competencies.

Curriculum

The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, data analysis, and an understanding of health disparities. Students delve into subjects such as:

• Epidemiology
• Biostatistics
• Health policy
• Environmental health

Stand out in the Medical School Admissions Process

The Fairbanks School of Public Health offers opportunities for students to enhance their medical school applications through research, internships, and volunteer experiences. Students can participate in the Life and Health Science Internship Program, undergraduate research programs, and volunteer opportunities to gain hands-on experience and demonstrate their commitment to service and public health.

Faculty

Students have the opportunity to study with faculty across the school, learning from world-renowned researchers and practitioners as they develop their expertise.

Master's Degrees

The school offers several master's degrees, including:

• Master of Health Administration
• Master of Public Health
• Master of Science in Biostatistics
• Master of Science in Global Health and Sustainable Development
• Dual and Joint Degrees
• Scholars Program

Doctoral Degrees and Minors

The school offers several doctoral degrees and minors, including:

• PhD in Biostatistics
• PhD in Epidemiology
• PhD in Health Policy Management
• DrPH in Global Health Leadership
• Doctoral Minors

Certificates

The school offers various certificate programs to provide students with specialized knowledge and skills in public health.

Career Development and Internships

The school provides career development and internship opportunities to help students gain practical experience and prepare for their future careers.

Study Abroad

The school offers study abroad programs to provide students with international experience and exposure to global health issues.

Student Organizations

The school has several student organizations, including:

• Undergraduate Student Association
• MHA Student Government
• MPH Graduate Student Association
• The Public Health Corps
• Delta Omega
• Eta Sigma Gamma
• Upsilon Phi Delta
• AcademyHealth Student Chapter

Research

The school is involved in various research areas, including:

• Center for Health Policy
• Center for Public Health Practice
• IU Indianapolis ECHO Center
• Diabetes Impact Project
• CHEER
• Public Health Funding
• Publications

Global Engagement

The school has global academic programs, global internships, global affiliations and partnerships, and study abroad programs to provide students with international experience and exposure to global health issues.