Best Online MPH Degree Programs for 2026 for 2026

Online MPH programs (Master's in Public Health programs) have become as rigorous as on-campus programs and offer several advantages. These include flexibility, affordability, access to advanced technologies, a diverse student body, and global opportunities. Students can learn at their own pace, save money, interact with a range of professionals, and gain exposure to diverse global perspectives on public health issues. MPH students gain critical skills in analysis, research, and communication, and may study public health issues from epidemiology and biostatistics to environmental health, social and behavioral sciences, health policy, public health administration, and global health. The master of public health degree may be a rewarding choice for those seeking better job prospects and/or higher salaries in public and private sectors, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and international health bodies.

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Ohio University-Main Campus - Master of Public Health (MPH)

020 Chubb Hall
Athens, OH 45701

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As you look to advance your career, Ohio University's online MPH can propel you forward while building on your natural instinct to serve. With a curriculum designed for real-world application, you will master essential concepts while connecting with hands-on learning opportunities at public health organizations. You'll also work directly with our top-ranked faculty and engage in a community-focused, applied practice experience. When you graduate, you'll have more than a degree: you'll have a comprehensive understanding of how to further community health and step confidently into the next stage of your career.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 3.5 years (7 semesters)
Credits Required: 42 credits
Testing Requirement: No testing requirement
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Purdue University-Main Campus - Master of Public Health (MPH)

Hovde Hall of Administration
West Lafayette, IN 47907

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You deserve a degree with options and flexibility. With the Purdue Master of Public Health (MPH) degree, you get both. You may pursue full- or part-time coursework as well as a concentration area that aligns with your interests. The MPH program blends scientific rigor with practical application to ensure you are ready to tackle the next public health crisis facing your community. Our alumni find success in an array of fields, from the nonprofit sector to government appointments to healthcare positions to private industry.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 42 credits
Testing Requirement: No GRE
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Benedictine University - Master of Public Health (MPH)

5700 College Rd
Lisle, IL 60532

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With a Master of Public Health, you will assume a leadership role in creating and overseeing programs and policies that promote the ideals of public health. This timely degree will prepare you to take on key roles in public health organizations as an epidemiologist, manager, researcher, educator, advocate or director.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 43 credits
Testing Requirement: No testing requirement
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George Washington University - Master of Public Health

1918 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052

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Connect with D.C. — the center of public health — from anywhere when you join GW’s online Master of Public Health (MPH) program. GW’s top-11 public health school prepares aspiring leaders with the network and skillset to find their place in advancing health and wellness across the globe. Scholarships available. No GRE is required.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 1 to 5 years
Credits Required: 45 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Master of Public Health

103 South Bldg Cb 9100
Chapel Hill, NC 27599

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The UNC Gillings School's Master of Public Health (MPH), offered on-campus, online, and distance by the top public school of public health in the country, is a comprehensive, integrated program that will give you the skills and knowledge you need to solve urgent public health problems in North Carolina and around the world. Upon entering the program, you'll begin gaining knowledge and skills in the Gillings MPH Core, the foundation of the MPH program. At the Gillings School, you can choose from among 13 concentration areas, matching your education to your passions. You will join a diverse, dynamic, open-door community of world-class faculty, student colleagues, and exceptional staff. Together, you will gain the knowledge, skills, experience, and networks to make a difference right away.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 20 to 36 months
Credits Required: 42 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE
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Maryville University of Saint Louis - Master of Health Administration

650 Maryville University Drive
Saint Louis, MO 63141

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Maryville University s tech-forward Master of Health Administration program offers a future-focused exploration of healthcare trends, providing the flexibility to create your own personalized journey. Pursue the general MHA or specialize in one of four concentrations: Health Informatics and Analytics, Healthcare Leadership, Population Health Management, or Senior Services. Learn from experienced faculty who are active industry practitioners and complete your degree in as few as 24 months. Request information about our programs, courses, and what you need to apply.

Program Type: Private
Program Length: 24 months or less
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Testing Requirement: No GRE required
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Arcadia University - Master of Public Health (MPH)

450 S Easton Rd
Glenside, PA 19038
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 2+ years
Credits Required: 42 credits
Testing Requirement: No GRE is required
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Adelphi University - Master of Public Health (MPH)

1 South Ave
Garden City, NY 11530

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With a Master of Public Health, you will assume a leadership role in creating and overseeing programs and policies that promote the ideals of public health. This timely degree will prepare you to take on key roles in public health organizations as an epidemiologist, manager, researcher, educator, advocate or director.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 2 - 3 years
Credits Required: 42 credits
Testing Requirement: No GRE/GMAT Required
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Saint Mary's University of Minnesota - Online Master of Public Health (MPH)

700 Terrace Heights
Winona, MN 55987
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 36 credits
Testing Requirement: Waived GRE/GMAT
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Brown University - Master of Public Health

One Prospect Street
Providence, RI 02912

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Brown University's School of Public Health, academic excellence meets real-world impact in our fully online MPH program. Working professionals worldwide gain access to Ivy League education rooted in Brown's cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary approach. Our accelerated 16-month format and integrated practicum experiences prepare graduates to shape the future of public health.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 12-24 months
Credits Required: 12 Courses
Testing Requirement: No GRE required
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University of Arizona - Master of Public Health

1401 E University Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85721

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The University of Arizona?s Online Master of Public Health degree prepares graduates with skills and knowledge to build healthier communities locally and globally. Students take foundational courses that address core public health competencies and then specialize in areas such as Applied Epidemiology, Climate Change, Health Behavior/Health Promotion, and Population Aging. All students combine coursework with an applied practice experience that trains them to affect change.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 24 Months with options for shorter or longer program plans
Credits Required: 42 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE/MCAT scores required
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Ohio State University-Main Campus - Master of Public Health

15 E. 15th Avenue
Columbus, OH 43201
The Master of Public Health (MPH) is the core professional degree recognized throughout the world for public health practice, both in the public sector and in emerging private sector careers related to population health.At Ohio State, the MPH is offered in two formats: a traditional full-time format and a more flexible part-time format. The curriculum for the traditional MPH consists of a minimum of 45 semester credits organized into five curricular domains
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 1 to 3 years
Credits Required: 45 credits
Testing Requirement: No GRE

University of Akron Main Campus - Master of Public Health

302 Buchtel Common
Akron, OH 44325
This nontraditional program is geared to the working professional who would like to broaden their role in improving community health, enhance current job skills or seek career advancement. Students take core courses that are delivered through webinar and online teaching each semester.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 1-6 years
Credits Required: 42 credits
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Baldwin Wallace University - Master of Public Health

275 Eastland Rd
Berea, OH 44017
A Master of Public Health is the core professional degree recognized throughout the world for population health practice in both the public sector and in emerging private sectors. It is a growing field of study with diverse job opportunities.BW's MPH features a rigorous curriculum rich in applied experiences, research and advanced public health theory. Our graduates have the skills to become population health professionals capable of addressing health disparities with multidisciplinary, evidence-based approaches.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 36 months
Credits Required: 45 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Kent State University at Kent - Master of Public Health

Executive Office, 2nd Floor Library
Kent, OH 44242
Kent State University's College of Public Health was created to bridge public safety and health career pathways and to address a nationwide shortage of public health workers. The master's degree in Public Health includes four specialty areas epidemiology, biostatistics, social and behavioral sciences, and health policy and management.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 to 3 years
Credits Required: 46 credit
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Northeast Ohio Medical University - Master of Public Health

4209 State Route 44
Rootstown, OH 44272
This nontraditional program is geared to the working professional who would like to broaden their role in improving community health, enhance current job skills or seek career advancement. Students take core courses that are delivered through webinar and online teaching each semester.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 1-6 years
Credits Required: 42 credits
Testing Requirement: No GRE

University of Toledo - Master of Public Health

2801 W Bancroft
Toledo, OH 43606
The Master of Public Health Generalist degree program was designed for students that want to have an array of knowledge within the field of public health. The range in viewpoints for this degree program is what makes this program great for students that wish to pursue careers in public health specific fields or in positions that blend the characteristics of public health with other fields such as Business, Medicine, or Sociology.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 to 3 years
Credits Required: 45 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Cleveland State University - Master of Public Health

2121 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
This nontraditional program is geared to the working professional who would like to broaden their role in improving community health, enhance current job skills or seek career advancement. Students take core courses that are delivered through webinar and online teaching each semester.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 1-6 years
Credits Required: 42 credits
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Youngstown State University - Master of Public Health

One University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
This nontraditional program is geared to the working professional who would like to broaden their role in improving community health, enhance current job skills or seek career advancement. Students take core courses that are delivered through webinar and online teaching each semester.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 1-6 years
Credits Required: 42 credits
Testing Requirement: No GRE

University of Kentucky - Master of Public Health

South Limestone
Lexington, KY 40506
The Master of Public Health (MPH) is a career-focused, practice-based graduate degree for change-makers focused on building healthier populations. Our nationally-ranked MPH program will give you the skills you need to create what s possible: a world with less human suffering, more access to care, and health equity for all. The program offers concentrations in Epidemiology, Health Behavior, Environmental Health, and Health Management & Policy.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 43 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

West Virginia University - Master of Public Health

PO Box 6201
Morgantown, WV 26506
A Master of Public Health (MPH) degree is a multidisciplinary professional degree focused on the application of science, research and theoretical knowledge toward the prevention of disease.The WVU MPH program prepares students for promising careers providing evidence-based solutions to complex health issues. Graduates leave our program with the skills necessary to work in a variety of public health settings such as health departments, clinics, and federal agencies.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 41 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Master of Public Health

1109 Geddes Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
The University of Michigan School of Public Health offers several master's degree options. Our top-ranked programs cover public health research and practice with an emphasis on positive, real-world impact, preparing students for careers in public health that span the field and address the biggest challenges facing populations local and global.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 42-60 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

University of Indianapolis - Master of Public Health

1400 E Hanna Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
You want to make a difference. And you also want to do well. With a master of public health degree from UIndy, you can do both either in your community or around the world. Because it is a broad program, you can choose your own niche based on your areas of interest or greatest concern. You'll also be entering a fast-growing field. Health education specialist employment is expected to grow by 12 percent from 2014-2024. Growth is driven by efforts to improve health and reduce healthcare costs. With UIndy s concentration in health disparities preventable differences in the health of various populations you will really focus on hot topics and finding ways to change unhealthy behaviors for the better.
Program Type: Private
Program Length: 2 years
Credits Required: 45 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

Eastern Kentucky University - Master of Public Health

521 Lancaster Ave
Richmond, KY 40475
The program is tailored to meet the needs of individuals working in or planning to work in a public health profession. Classes are offered on evenings, Saturdays, and online.* A total of 42 semester hours are required to complete the program with 21 hours of MPH core requirements and 15 hours in the chosen concentration. Additional hours are completed in an Applied Practice Experience and Integrative Learning Experience. Full-time students can expect to complete the degree requirements in 2 to 3 years, depending on summer attendance.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 to 3 years
Credits Required: 42 credit hours
Testing Requirement: Yes

Indiana University-Indianapolis - Master of Public Health

420 University Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46202
The Master of Public Health (MPH) provides a balance of academic theory and real-world experience, ensuring students are prepared for a career in public health. Students in the Health Policy and Management (HPM) concentration will acquire skills in policy process, development, and analysis.Students explore current national and state public health issues and make policy recommendations to address those issues, as well as develop strategic capability for managing health services organizations in a policy context.
Program Type: Public
Program Length: 2 to 3 years
Credits Required: 45 credit hours
Testing Requirement: No GRE

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