1005 Dr D B Todd Jr Blvd, Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 327-6000
http://www.mmc.edu/
MPH Program Overview
The MPH program at Meharry Medical College takes special care to emphasize the science aspect of the field with special attention to research and evidence based data driving the health decisions made as a result of it. It’s accredited by the Council on education for Public Health and is highly respected throughout the medical community. The school itself is also regionally accredited. It is a campus based program that relies on a hands-on approach to help build a student’s understanding of the field.
MPH Curriculum and Courses
The MPH program from Meharry Medical College is designed to provide an in depth look at all aspects of public health. It is forty five credit hours in total, with fifteen credit hours required as the core curriculum. Subjects include:
• Biostatistics
• Epidemiology
• Environmental Health
• Data Management
• Public Health
• And more
From there, students will choose a specialized area to concentrate on based on their interests. These concentration areas will allow students to take a specific set of electives as well as other options in order to complete the program’s requirements. Additionally, a 400 hour externship in a public health facility must be completed as well.
MPH Admissions
Students will be required to submit an application, letters of recommendation, and their transcripts from their undergraduate classes. A related bachelor’s or higher degree is required, and non-native residents will need to show their TESOL capabilities as well.
MPH Tuition and Financial Aid
The MPH program carries a total tuition of 21,337 dollars for the first year and 18,879 dollars for the second and any subsequent years. Contacting the financial advisors could help you uncover the specific costs as well as learn about financial aid. Numerous options for financing the MPH program exist including things like loans, scholarships, and grants.
