Open to those with a bachelor’s degree in any field, the Master of Public Health in Global Health (MPH) degree at St. Catherine University develops transformational leaders compelled to advance the well-being of all people. Grounded in a global perspective and social justice lens, this program is for students who are interested in reducing health disparities and addressing disease prevention locally and globally.

You will have opportunities to engage with local, regional and international organizations to gain new skills, work in real-world settings, and meet public health leaders. Through coursework and a practicum experience, you will learn to:

• Describe the relationship between social determinants of health and inequities
• Discuss historical structural racism and colonialism and how it impacts health
• Identify the ways in which policies may reduce or increase social and health inequities
• Propose sustainable and evidence-based multi-sectoral interventions, considering social determinants of health specific to a local area
• Analyze relationships and resources of entities influencing global health
• Develop communication strategies for different audiences and sectors
• Apply negotiation/mediation skills to address organizational and community challenges

With robust global partnerships, we provide virtual and in person international experiences for all students. These transformative experiences allow you to develop a different lens through which to view health systems and health promotion interventions, and therefore enhance your ability to work in culturally diverse settings, both locally and internationally. For example, our graduates work as researchers, health policy analysts, environmental health advocates, refugee health program managers, and more. 

The program is offered in a hybrid format, combining evening meetings on campus with online learning, providing flexibility for working professionals and those with family responsibilities. The program is open to students of all genders.

Format: Hybrid/Evenings

Start: Fall

Time to completion: 2 years

Credits required: 44

Tuition per credit: $886 (2023-24 rates)

Total tuition: $38,984

Rates are subject to change each June 1. Tuition and fee information

All applicants will be reviewed for MPH scholarships

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Accreditation

St. Catherine University's public health program is accredited by The Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Learn more here.