Course variations
| Study mode | Duration | Tuition fees | Start date | Venue |
| Full Time | Variable | $308.00 per hour for 1.0 to 8.0 hours | Contact provider |
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Course summary
The Doctor of Public Health degree provides a foundation of core and elective courses beyond the master’s degree that will prepare the student for leadership in public health research and/or practice. This includes a dissertation that involves independent study under a faculty mentor. The specific program at Jackson State University focuses on eliminating disparities in health and healthcare. The Dr.P.H. Degree Program will prepare students to assume leadership roles in public health, especially as research scientists, administrators, educators, or practitioners. Such roles can be expected to include, but not be limited to, positions in organizations and agencies such as universities, public health agencies, hospitals, managed care organizations, pharmaceutical companies, research firms, and other settings where public health specialists are employed.
Entry requirement for international students
Admission to the DrPH program include dual admission to the Division of Graduate Studies and to the program itself, together with two official copies of transcripts from all colleges and/or universities attended, a master's or baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. International students must meet equivalent standards and possess a satisfactory score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Examination. A personal statement of professional goals
Jackson State University accepts IELTS*
* Please check with your chosen school for the exact entry requirements for your programme.
Qualification
Doctoral
Awarding body
JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY
Department name
College of Public Service, School of Health Sciences, Department of Behavioral and Environmental Health
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