Study Master of Public Health in Health Policy at Tulane University - Shorelight in the USA, School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The MPH in Health Policy provides students with a foundation in health policy processes, concepts, and issues as well as strong analytical skills to help develop and evaluate health policies. The Health Policy program offers students opportunities to tailor their studies with courses focused on foundations, methods, and a topical area of expertise.Graduates of the program go on to work in leadership and research in the public or private sector. Employment settings include institutions involved in developing policy, evaluating of health programs and projects, or providing goods and services in support of health sector program implementation or development. The MPH in Health Policy can also serve as a strong academic foundation for students who pursue a doctoral degree.

Which department am I in?

School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

US$42,480.00 per year

Housing: $10,000

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Tulane University - Shorelight

6823 St. Charles Avenue,

New Orleans,

Louisiana,

70118, South, United States

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

US$42,480.00 per year

Housing: $10,000

Application deadline

01/11/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Tulane University - Shorelight

6823 St. Charles Avenue,

New Orleans,

Louisiana,

70118, South, United States

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Entry requirements

For international students

Tulane requires a certified copy of your secondary school academic record. Grades for at least three full years of secondary education are required; exiting exams alone are not sufficient. All first-year applicants must submit a secondary school report and/or an official letter of recommendation from their guidance counselor or head of class. This component must be submitted directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admission by a school official.

A career statement with clearly stated objectives and rationale for applying to the department is required. Experience (paid or voluntary) in cross-cultural or healthcare/delivery settings is desirable but not required.There are no standard GPA requirements, however, it is highly recommended to have a GPA of 3.0 out of a 4.0 scale for master applicants

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.