Earn Your Master’s in Public Health in Epidemiology Online
Advance your career with Kent State University’s STEM-designated online MPH in Epidemiology. Our flexible, 100% online program, featuring a personalized applied practice experience and no GRE requirement, equips you with data-driven skills to address global health challenges, promote health equity, and lead in public, private and non-profit sectors.
$705 out of state
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Take your career to a higher level with Kent State’s affordable, flexible undergraduate and graduate public health programs. Our 100% online programs allow you to keep up with your current responsibilities while you study. Find out how these programs can help you create the career and positive public health impact you want to have.
Download our guide to learn more about:
- Career Opportunities
- Customizing Your Degree
- The Student Experience
- Admission Requirements
- Tuition and Financial Aid
An Accessible, Affordable Online MPH in Epidemiology
Kent State public health online degrees are accredited and accessible for working professionals and military personnel. The Kent State College of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) and represented in the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH), ensuring high standards without disrupting your career or breaking your budget.
You Belong in Public Health Leadership
Become a force for social justice and health equity with Kent State’s supportive learning community and the online MPH in Epidemiology, whatever your background. Whether you are a healthcare worker, public health professional, data analyst or recent graduate, this flexible, military-friendly program equips you to advance your career and the public good.
New enrollees can save $3,000 on your total degree cost.
Online MPH in Epidemiology Program Overview
You will graduate from the Kent State University College of Public Health’s MPH in Epidemiology ready to make a difference in public health. The STEM-designated curriculum prepares you to analyze disease patterns and population health outcomes.
Learn from experts with extensive research experience in mental health, tobacco use, infectious and chronic diseases, aging, pharmacoepidemiology and regulatory affairs. Customize your applied practice experience to focus on areas that align with your career goals.
Online MPH in Epidemiology graduates are prepared to:
- Investigate disease outbreaks and preparedness
- Determine causal relationships between environmental and biological factors
- Conduct studies to project health trends in populations
Epidemiology Job Opportunities
Earning Kent State’s epidemiology degree online helps advance your public health career by teaching you to investigate disease outbreaks, understand health trends and develop data-informed public health policies. With these skills, you can excel in impactful roles across sectors, including:
- Researcher in a university, medical school or pharmaceutical company
- Disease prevention specialist in a hospital or other healthcare setting
- Surveillance manager in a state or local health department
- Data scientist with a government health agency
Kent State’s Public Health Degrees: MPH or MS-CEPI?
Kent State’s online MPH in Epidemiology equips you to address broad public health challenges and advance in diverse leadership roles. If you're more interested in a focused research career, consider one of the other Kent State University public health programs, the online MS in Clinical Epidemiology (MS-CEPI). The MS program includes focused instruction in biostatistics, research methods and ethics and clinical research design and management, preparing you for key roles in clinical trials and research management.
Kent State University is Widely Respected and Highly Ranked
Achieve More With the #13 Best Online MPH1
Choose affordable excellence in public health education with Kent State’s STEM-designated MPH in Epidemiology. The Center for World University Rankings places Kent State in the top 5% of its Global 20002 and Fortune ranks the online MPH program among the 15 best online master’s in public health programs.1 You can earn this respected degree by studying part-time while you keep up with your job and other commitments, for less than $33,000.
Build Your Public Health Resume and Network With Kent State Online
Advance your career with uniquely personalized instruction, tutoring and applied practice experience support when you earn your epidemiology degree online at Kent State. In our supportive learning environment, small class sizes, a robust online student portal and dedicated faculty help you build the connections that can uplift your career.
Because the Kent State College of Public Health is committed to your success, a dedicated tutor is available for your online biostatistics courses. A Kent State University instructor will assist you in the process of finding an applied practice experience in your community that aligns with your choice of epidemiology public health career paths. These career-focused, individualized services make the Kent State online MPH in Epidemiology an outstanding choice for building your stand-out career.
With public health epidemiology job prospects on the rise, now is the perfect time for career advancement with an MPH in Epidemiology from Kent State University. The growing demand for epidemiologists is driven by advancements in healthcare technology and the need to address emerging diseases.3 Graduates equipped with comprehensive instruction and practical experience can excel in roles such as infection control practitioner and public health epidemiologist.4
Step Into Public Health Leadership With a STEM MPH
Advance your career and make a significant impact in the field of public health with Kent State’s online MPH in Epidemiology. Our STEM-designated program ensures that you gain the quantitative and technical skills employers seek, and our commitment to your career growth begins with our holistic approach to admissions, which does not require the GRE. We welcome professionals from diverse backgrounds, creating an inclusive learning environment that supports your unique career goals. Additionally, our program is one of the most affordable in Ohio, designed to fit the needs of working professionals without disrupting your career.
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Save an Extra $3,000
To celebrate your achievement in earning your online MPH in Epidemiology as a first-time enrollee, Kent State University is delighted to offer a $3,000 tuition offset. This can be just the start of the financial rewards you’ll realize by completing your graduate education. Please read the full description of the offer and its conditions in the tuition section of this page.
Get the Support You Need to Lead at Kent State
Continuing your education as a working professional can be challenging, especially with family and other commitments. At Kent State University, we understand the time pressures you face. Our online MPH in Epidemiology is designed to help you manage these challenges while pursuing your passion for public health and building the career you’ve always dreamed of. That’s why our program offers:
- 3 annual start dates
- Focused 15 and 7-week courses
- No GRE requirement
- A powerful, user-friendly learning management system
The flexible, inclusive program fits seamlessly into your busy life, enabling you to gain the essential skills and knowledge without putting your career on hold. With focused, fast-paced courses, you can earn your epidemiology degree online in as little as two years. If you’re ready to take the next step and lead in public health, Kent State is here to support you every step of the way.
Study with Top Public Health Professionals
When you earn your epidemiology degree online at Kent State, you benefit from the diverse expertise of our distinguished College of Public Health faculty. These leaders in applied public health leverage real-world experiences and research to help you put theory into practice, ensuring you gain practical skills while you learn.
Tuition and Financial Aid
| Ohio Resident | Out of State | |
| Per Credit Hour | $695 | $705 |
| Approximate Program Cost | $31,970* | $32,430* |
*Tuition and costs effective as of February 5, 2024. Tuition rates are not inclusive of textbooks and fees. Tuition and costs are subject to change and should be confirmed on the University’s official tuition listing at onlinedegrees.kent.edu/tuition-costs#cert.
An additional distance learning fee for all students enrolled in a distance learning course is $15 per credit hour. Kent State University recognizes that pursuing graduate education is a significant financial outlay. Your admissions outreach advisor can answer your questions on program costs, discuss how a Kent State degree compares to others and connect you with additional information resources.
Scholarships
Kent State College of Public Health students are eligible for scholarship support by applying through our simple online portal.
Please contact an admissions outreach advisor for more information on tuition and fees either by email at onlinedegrees@kent.edu or toll-free at +1 844‑234‑4073.
A $3,000 tuition offset is available to new enrollees in the online MPH program. It is applied in the final academic semester of the program.
*The $3,000 tuition offset offer is available only to new (first-time) enrollees, not current or returning students. To utilize this tuition offset offer, the prospective student must identify the offer and request that it be applied. Tuition offset funds are not payable directly to recipients; funds will be credited exclusively toward tuition in the student's final academic term of the program. If a student receives financial assistance, the student's financial assistance may require modification to account for the tuition offset by preventing any "over-award," such that the financial assistance received does not exceed the cost of attendance, as defined and determined by the Office of Financial Aid of Kent State University. Recipients of the tuition offset must remain continuously enrolled in the program through completion (or obtain a university-approved leave of absence) and must maintain satisfactory academic progress at all times for tuition offset to remain in effect. This tuition offset offer may be revised, rescinded or terminated at any time. This tuition offset offer cannot be combined with other offers or tuition offsets. All admissions and tuition offset decisions of Kent State University are final.
Exclusive Opportunity for KSU Undergraduates: The Combined BSPH-MPH Program
Exclusive Opportunity for KSU Undergraduates: The Combined BSPH-MPH Program
Launch your career sooner than you expected to. In Kent State’s public health program, juniors and seniors with qualifying GPAs can apply up to 12 credit hours of coursework toward the public health bachelor’s and master’s degrees. By earning double credits, you’ll earn your online MPH earlier than anticipated, save money on tuition and fees and be prepared to dive into your career ahead of your classmates and ahead of schedule. For more information, please contact your Admissions Outreach Advisor at onlinedegrees@kent.edu or call us toll-free at +1 844-234-4073.
Courses
The 46-credit-hour MPH degree is comprised of four major components:
- 10 core courses (30 credits)
- Four elective courses (12 credits)
- Integrative learning experience and applied practice experience (4 credits)
MPH in Epidemiology Core Courses (10 Courses, 30 Credits)
BST 52019 BIOSTATISTICS IN PUBLIC HEALTH (3 CREDITS)
BST 63014 APPLIED REGRESSION ANALYSIS OF PUBLIC HEALTH DATA (3 CREDITS)
EHS 52018 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH CONCEPTS IN PUBLIC HEALTH (3 CREDITS)
EPI 52017 FUNDAMENTALS OF PUBLIC HEALTH EPIDEMIOLOGY (3 CREDITS)
EPI 63014 EPIDEMIOLOGY OF CHRONIC DISEASES (3 CREDITS)
EPI 63015 EPIDEMIOLOGY OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES (3 CREDITS)
EPI 63016 PRINCIPLES OF EPIDEMIOLOGIC RESEARCH (3 CREDITS)
HPM 52016 PUBLIC HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (3 CREDITS)
HPM 53010 COMMUNITY HEALTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT (3 CREDITS)
SBS 54634 SOCIAL DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH BEHAVIORS (3 CREDITS)
MPH in Epidemiology Elective Courses
Choose one course from Elective Group A and 3 courses from Elective Group B.
ELECTIVE GROUP A (1 COURSE, 3 CREDITS)
- BST 60010 USING R IN PUBLIC HEALTH
- BST 60011 USING SAS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
- BST 60012 USING EXCEL IN PUBLIC HEALTH
- BST 62020 DATA MANAGEMENT AND LOGIC USING SAS® SOFTWARE
- BST 63012 SURVIVAL ANALYSIS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
- BST 63013 EXPERIMENTAL DESIGNS IN PUBLIC HEALTH RESEARCH
- EHS 52100 CLIMATE CHANGE AND POPULATION HEALTH
- EHS 53014 BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC HEALTH
- EPI 50017 PHARMACOEPIDEMIOLOGY
- EPI 50018 REGULATORY AFFAIRS IN CLINICAL RESEARCH
- EPI 52010 UNDERSTANDING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
- EPI 63019 EXPERIMENTAL DESIGNS FOR CLINICAL RESEARCH
- EPI 63020 ADVANCED EPIDEMIOLOGY AND CLINICAL RESEARCH METHODS
- EPI 63021 ETHICAL ISSUES IN PUBLIC HEALTH AND CLINICAL RESEARCH
- EPI 63034 LONGITUDINAL DATA ANALYSIS
- GEOG 59070 GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE
- GEOG 59071 FUNDAMENTALS OF GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE I
- GEOG 59072 GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE AND HEALTH
- Any graduate course (50000 or 60000 level) with advisor approval
ELECTIVE GROUP B (3 COURSES, 9 CREDITS)
- BST 60010 USING R IN PUBLIC HEALTH
- BST 60011 USING SAS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
- BST 60012 USING EXCEL IN PUBLIC HEALTH
- BST 62020 DATA MANAGEMENT AND LOGIC USING SAS® SOFTWARE
- BST 63012 SURVIVAL ANALYSIS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
- BST 63013 EXPERIMENTAL DESIGNS IN PUBLIC HEALTH RESEARCH
- EPI 63019 EXPERIMENTAL DESIGNS FOR CLINICAL RESEARCH
- EPI 63020 ADVANCED EPIDEMIOLOGY AND CLINICAL RESEARCH METHODS
- EPI 63021 ETHICAL ISSUES IN PUBLIC HEALTH AND CLINICAL RESEARCH
- EPI 63034 LONGITUDINAL DATA ANALYSIS
- Any 60000-level graduate course with advisor approval
MPH in Epidemiology Culminating Requirement
PH 61199 INTEGRATIVE LEARNING EXPERIENCE (1 CREDIT)
EPI 60192 APPLIED PRACTICE EXPERIENCE (3 CREDITS)
Technology Requirements
To participate in this online program, you will need a computer and broadband Internet connection. Some courses will require statistical software. Your program may have further requirements that include the ability to record video and audio. If you have questions regarding technology requirements for the program, please contact your admissions outreach advisor at onlinedegrees@kent.edu or call us toll-free at +1 844-234-4073.
Once you are admitted to the program, your admissions outreach advisor will craft your personalized degree plan, giving you a clear course sequence and path to graduation.*
*Students are responsible for taking courses in the prescribed sequence. Any deviation from the prescribed sequence that leads to a delayed graduation is the responsibility of the student.
Admissions Requirements
- Completed online application
- Complete bachelor’s degree, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale), from an accredited university
- Two letters of recommendation from professors and/or employers
- Application fee: $50
- Official transcripts
- Goal statement
- Resume/CV
- There is no GRE requirement
The application process is simple and we’re here to guide you through it.
Admissions outreach advisors are available to answer your questions regarding admissions requirements for the program. If you have questions, please email us at onlinedegrees@kent.edu or call us toll-free at +1 844-234-4073.
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Application FAQs
Begin your application by creating an account in the online application system to save your work and track the progress of materials submitted via the system.
I am a U.S. citizen. Where should I send my application materials?
Division of Graduate Studies
P.O. Box 5190
Kent, OH 44242
Please be sure to include your full name and Kent State ID (9 digit number starting with 8) on all submitted documents. For questions, contact Graduate Admissions at +1 330-672-2661 or gradapps@kent.edu.
I am not a U.S. citizen. Where should I send my application materials?
Office of Global Education
Kent State University
106 Van Campen Hall
625 Loop Rd.
Kent, OH 44242
USA
For questions, contact International Admissions at +1 330-672-7970 or intladm@kent.edu.
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