Master of Public Health
Baylor University's on campus Master of Public Health program equips students to promote population health in a wide range of public health settings. Our strong practice-based approach, global health opportunities, and low faculty-student ratios provide our students with a quality learning experience that can enhance career development.
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Baylor University's Master of Public Health in Community Health Science equips students to promote population health in a wide range of public health settings.
Students in Baylor University’s Master of Public Health in Epidemiology program study the occurrence, distribution, and determinants of health and disease in human populations.
Baylor University’s Master of Public Health in Environmental Health Science focuses on the human health effects of exposure to chemical, physical, and biological agents in the community, workplace, and/or home.
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By the Numbers
The Value of a Baylor MPH
Baylor MPH students receive an academic experience like no other.
Our CEPH-accredited program brings together the intimacy and attention of a small program with the rigor and expertise of an R1 institution. Through close faculty-student interactions and a strong, practice-based learning environment, Baylor MPH students are equipped for whatever comes next. Program highlights include:
- Small class sizes & close mentoring ensure personalized support and meaningful faculty-student relationships.
- Hands-on learning through internships, fieldwork, and partnerships with local and global health organizations.
- Faith-based mission that integrates service, ethics, and leadership into every aspect of public health.
- Global & local impact opportunities to address real-world health disparities.
- Nationally recognized faculty who bring expertise and real-world practice into the classroom.
- Strong career outcomes with alumni serving in government, healthcare systems, NGOs, and international organizations.
Focused on Providing Hands-On Experiences
Baylor MPH graduates are prepared to practice.
Beginning their first semester in the program, students are in engaged in the community—putting their learning into practice. Students have the opportunity to apply for competitive assistantships, which in addition to providing funding, also provide hands-on experiences aligned with their fields of interest. As part of their curriculum, Baylor MPH students complete a practicum and culminating capstone project that bridge their academic learning and career paths. In addition, many Baylor MPH students participate in the Public Health Fair, where they provide education and resources for those experiencing homelessness in Waco.
What Our Students and Alumni Say
“My favorite thing about Baylor has been the niche experiences I have had the opportunity to be a part of, both academically and socially.”
"I could see how Public Health students had an impact on the community in real time, instead of sitting in a classroom and reading about it in a textbook or hearing about it in a lecture."
“I just want to be in places where I can be a voice for people who don't have their own or who get overlooked because they can't afford certain things. That's what I want to do with my life.”
Committed to a Higher Calling
In Baylor University's MPH program, public health is our calling.
Our commitment to the underserved and our passion for impacting the world is inspired by Christ's command to love our neighbor and to care for the least of these. What does this look like in an MPH program? It looks like a rigorous academic program that is integrated with Baylor’s Christian mission, shaping students not only in their academic pursuits but also in their ethical development. Baylor MPH graduates are prepared to lead with integrity and make a positive impact in the field of public health.
Program Details
Baylor's MPH degrees are 42-43 credit hours and are completed in two years. Learn more about the specific courses and program structure of each MPH degree option:
- Community Health Science (42 credit hours)
- Epidemiology (42 credit hours)
- Environmental Health Science (43 credit hours)
Current tuition rates for the Baylor MPH program may be found through Baylor One Stop Student Financial Services. Prospective students who apply to the MPH program will receive consideration for scholarship awards, which currently cover up to 50% of tuition for competitive applicants. In addition, students in full-time graduate assistantship positions work 20 hours per week and are awarded a monthly stipend.
Application requirements for Baylor's MPH program include:
- Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
- Personal Statement
- Two Reference Letters
- Official Transcripts
- GRE Scores - Optional
Baylor University only accepts program applications via the SOPHAS application system. Discover more information about applying to Baylor's Master of Public Health program: