Make a Difference

In our fully online Master's of Public Health (MPH) degree program, you will accelerate your career toward leadership positions in public health, from community health departments to global health agencies. Complete your degree in two years or less while taking advantage of our small class sizes to dive deep into the skills you need to inform, educate and empower your community.
As a Ferris MPH student, you will complete a two stage capstone experience, providing you with the practical experiences you need to become a leader in the field. You will be ready for careers in health services administration, biostatistics, biomedical laboratory work, health and behavioral science education, environmental health, global health, nutrition, public health practice and program management, epidemiology, and more.
Students without a bachelor's degree can enroll in our accelerated program, earning a bachelor's degree and master's degree in five years or less.
Make your move. Request more info or meet an advisor to get started right now.
Program Features

Graduates of the MPH program are ready for upper-level leadership roles in a wide range of public and private organizations, including:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Red Cross
- American Cancer Society
- Federal and local health departments
- Food safety agencies
- University systems in teaching and research
- Insurance companies
- Pharmaceutical companies
Make a phone or in-person appointment with our Public Health MPH advisor to explore all the career options your degree can unlock.
Your degree should be worth every penny you put into it. Our Financial Aid team is here to make sure that it is.
They'll help you maximize your financial aid at Ferris and your community college with scholarships, payment plans, Employer Tuition Reimbursement, and other high-value programs.
Head to our financial aid page or schedule an appointment with a financial aid advisor to further explore how we can keep your degree within reach.
Admissions Requirements
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.00 scale in a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or equivalent taken within last 3 years (may be waived if applicant has an undergraduate GPA greater than 3.5, a health-related certification, or a professional degree in a relevant area)
- Completion of courses in the areas of mathematics, biology, chemistry, social sciences and statistics with minimum grades of “C”. These may be included in the undergraduate degree or taken prior to or concurrently in the MPH program,
- Personal statement of interest in public health
- Three professional references
- Professional resume
- International applicants must submit a minimum paper or computer TOEFL score – Paper: 550; Computer: 213; TWE: 4 or TSE: 250
1. Submit Your Online Application
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2. Send Your Transcripts, Test Scores, and Other Materials
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3. Look For Your Decision Letter
This is the fun part! Once we've received your application and all of your required documents, we'll reach out with our decision on your application.