Accelerated Public Health Degree

UND's accelerated public health program allows you to pursue a bachelor’s degree (B.S.) and master’s degree (M.P.H.), shortening the time required to earn a master’s degree.

Public Health Bachelor's Degree

The Public Health Education bachelor's program is based on a strong foundation in the health sciences, social sciences and psychology. It prepares you to think critically and scientifically, while enhancing communication skills and leadership experiences with a focus on social justice. You will be exposed to the ethical principles of public health practice in your work with diverse populations.

In the bachelor's program, you will have:

• Applied learning experiences. All students complete a 12-credit internship, engage in service-learning projects, and are encouraged to participate in public health study abroad opportunities.
• Flexibility and convenience. UND offers the degree online and prepares students to take the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam.
• Comprehensive curriculum. You are exposed to five core areas of public health: epidemiology, biostatistics, social and behavioral sciences, health policy and management, and environmental health.

Master's in Public Health

The Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) degree, accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health, offers three specializations to help you develop necessary skills.

• Indigenous Health provides you with a critical understanding of determinants and solutions to health disparities. UND's specialization is the only 100% online Indigenous Health program in the world.
• Population Health Research & Analytics prepares you to produce convincing and scientifically sound information about population health, evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, and provide the basis for improving health policies and programs. This specialization is classified as STEM-eligible, allowing international students on an F-1 visa to apply for two years of additional Optional Practical Training in the United States after graduation if they meet the required criteria.
• Health Management & Policy gives you the skills needed to manage health delivery systems effectively and efficiently, analyze health policies, and communicate to affect change in health policy and management.

How the Accelerated Public Health Degree Works

If you are an incoming freshman or transfer student, apply to UND and your program. As a current student, connect with your advisor to make sure you stay on track for the combined or accelerated program. During your junior year, you can officially apply to the School of Graduate Studies. Complete the required courses, and you'll earn both your undergraduate and graduate degree at the same time.