The UW Online Master of Public Health (MPH) has a cutting-edge curriculum adapted to meet the changing needs of students, employers, and the public health field. Students build a solid foundation in the disciplinary competencies of biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental health, health management and policy, and social and behavioral health.
All students admitted to the Online MPH program are required to earn a minimum of 63 course credits, including a practicum and capstone course.
Degree Requirements
- Minimum of 63 course credits
Course Schedule: Full-Time Track
The program takes 2-3 years to complete. You can start in the autumn or spring. Below are the courses and sequencing, based on the year and quarter in the program. The information below applies to the full-time track.
Year One
2nd Quarter
Year Two
During the second year, students also complete a practicum project.
4th Quarter
5th Quarter
7th Quarter
- HSERV 598: Integrative Learning Experience (capstone course)
- HSERV 595: Practicum
Start Dates: Full-Time Track
Students who begin the program in autumn quarter graduate at the end of winter quarter of the second year.
Students who begin the program in spring quarter graduate at the end of summer quarter of the second year.
Year 1
Autumn Start
Spring Start
1st Quarter
Autumn
Spring
2nd Quarter
Winter
Summer
3rd Quarter
Spring
Autumn
Year 2
4th Quarter
Summer
Winter
5th Quarter
Autumn
Spring
6th Quarter
Winter
Summer