The PhD program in epidemiology prepares graduates for many career paths, including academia, non-governmental organizations, and public service at all levels of local, national, and international government. Faculty in epidemiology have a broad range of interests in health equity, chronic disease, cancer, nutrition, epidemiologic methods, and environmental epidemiology. Through rigorous theoretical and methodological training, students learn to conduct independent research that examines the distribution and determinants of health, and to translate their findings to public health policy and strategies to promote population health. The program encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds who have a clearly communicated interest in epidemiology and in promoting health equity.
Which department am I in?
Joseph J Zilber School of Public Health
Study options
Full Time
(8 Semesters)
Tuition fees
US$27,090.00
per year
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment – 800
Start date
September 2027
Venue
Wisconsin-Milwaukee Campus
3203 N Downer Ave,
Milwaukee,
Wisconsin,
53211, Midwest, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Applicants must meet Graduate School requirements plus these departmental requirements to be considered for admission to the program:
Submission of scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), taken within 5 years of the date of application. While there is not a minimum GRE score requirement, strong quantitative, verbal and writing skills are critical to successfully completing the program.
Three letters of recommendation are required. At least one letter must be from a university faculty member.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.