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The Master of Public Health (MPH) is a career-focused, practice-based graduate degree for change-makers focused on building healthier populations. Our nationally-ranked MPH program will give you the skills you need to create what’s possible: a world with less human suffering, more access to care, and health equity for all. The program offers concentrations in Epidemiology, Health Behavior, Environmental Health, and Health Management & Policy.

”UK College of Public Health was the best choice for me. It has all the resources of a large research institute, but small class sizes that allow you to connect with professors, students, and opportunities; this gives students the best of both worlds."

- Allison Merritt, MPH Class of 2018

Why choose UK for your MPH?

It’s your time to make a difference. Get ready to be part of our wide alumni network of public health professionals who spend every day fighting for a healthier world as part of government agencies, non-profits, health care systems, universities, and state and local health departments. Join their ranks as a leader ready to reshape how we think about and act for population health.

What's possible with an MPH from the University of Kentucky College of Public Health? Only the chance to save the world.

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Accelerated BPH/MPH Program

Complete a Bachelor of Public Health (BPH) and Master of Public Health (MPH) in five, rather than six, years.

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Latest MPH News & Events

Call for Abstracts | Deadline February 14

From innovation and adaptability to continuous improvement: CPH alumna shares her public health career journey

During her career, University of Kentucky College of Public Health alumna Lea Lakes (MPH ’13) has been able to implement new initiatives and learn the importance of adaptability and strong leadership in public health.

Now Open: The CPH Shop!

Open now from October 30th - November 10th. Get ready! Don't miss your chance to grab CPH branded gear! 10% of the sales will go to the Student Public Health Association (SPHA).

MPH student Destiny Cozart receives 2023 Lyman T. Johnson Torch Bearer Award

Kentucky native and Master of Public Health student Destiny Cozart has been named the 2023 recipient of the Lyman T.

MPH Virtual Info Session

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MPH Virtual Info Session

Interested in becoming a Graduate Student of the College of Public Health at the University of Kentucky?

MPH Virtual Info Session

Interested in becoming a Graduate Student of the College of Public Health at the University of Kentucky?

Public Health Showcase 2024

A unique opportunity for sharing innovative work in public health research, community practice, teaching, and workforce development.