Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH)
About the MSPH in Population, Family and Reproductive Health Program
The two-year curriculum allows students to integrate coursework in life course, population, program management, policy, quantitative methods and core PFRH areas of interest with practical knowledge and skills. Students also choose courses based on their selected area of interest and career goals. The program promotes opportunities for students to engage in public health leadership, community-based research, program evaluation and application of research to current public health programs. Complementing the classroom training is a 680-hour field placement that may be completed in domestic and/or international settings. The field placement provides students the opportunity to integrate skills learned in the classroom with practical experience in their area of interest.
MSPH in Population, Family and Reproductive Health Program Highlights
2-YEAR CURRICULUM
integrates coursework in life course, population, program management, and quantitative methods
4 areas of interest
take courses in 1 or more areas
Field placement
both domestic and international
Master's Essay & Presentation
to apply newly honed skills
What Can You Do With a Graduate Degree In Population, Family And Reproductive Health?
Sample Careers
- Policy Associate
- Program Officer
- Public Health Advisor
- Research Associate
- Research Data Analyst
Curriculum for the MSPH in Population, Family and Reproductive Health
Browse an overview of the requirements for this master's program in the JHU Academic Catalogue, explore all course offerings in the Bloomberg School Course Directory.
Areas of Interest
The Department's current areas of interest in the MSPH program include:
Admissions Requirements
For general admissions requirements, please visit the How to Apply page. This specific program also requires:
Prior Coursework
A general-level biology or biological science course, an upper-level mathematics course (calculus and statistics recommended), and a social science course
Standardized Test Scores
Standardized test scores (GRE, MCAT) are optional for this program. The admissions committee will make no assumptions if a standardized test score is omitted from an application, but will require evidence of quantitative/analytical ability through other application components such as academic transcripts and/or supplemental questions. Applications will be reviewed holistically based on all application components.
Tuition and Funding
The Master’s Tuition Scholarship is available to students in good academic standing in a two-year, full-time master’s program. The MTS is a 75% reduction in tuition for year two of an eight-term program. Students have the option of distributing the scholarship entirely in their second year of study or receive a 25% reduction in tuition their first year and 50% in their second year.
Opportunities are available in the department for students to be Teaching Assistants or Research Assistants.
Contact Us
Questions about the program? We're happy to help.
Academic Program Manager
Kristen McCormick
Master's Programs
410-955-1116
kmccor14@jhu.edu
Academic Program Manager
Gilbert Morgan
Doctoral Program
410-614-6676
gmorga13@jhu.edu