Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75
If prior graduate work, a minimum graduate GPA of 3.0
The MPH program is now test-optional. You may submit official GRE, GMAT MCAT scores if you choose.
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Requirements for this application are below:
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
CV
Personal Statement
Writing Sample
Three letters of recommendation
The MPH program is now test-optional. You may submit official GRE, GMAT or MCAT scores if you choose.
Applicants must meet the Graduate School admission requirements.
Fall:
Environmental Health Applicant Deadline (offered on-campus ONLY):
April 1st
Epidemiology Applicant Deadline (offered on-campus ONLY):
Health Management and Policy (HMP) Applicant Deadline (offered online only):
July 1st
Program Planning, Management, & Evaluation (offered online only):
Applications are not accepted for the Spring or Summer semesters.
You will also need to apply to the University of Kentucky Graduate School. Graduate school application should not be completed until after admitted through SOPHAS.
The UK Graduate School deadline is April 15th for international students, or at least one month before starting classes for domestic (US) students.
All information received from your SOPHAS application is sent to the Graduate School by the College of Public Health. When completing your application for the Graduate School, you can upload the documents you used for your SOPHAS application, or you can submit blank sheets of paper.
For more information, please contact the College at ukcph@uky.edu or 859.218.2096.
For more information on our programs or for guidance on completing your application, call 859-257-5678 or email us at ukcph@uky.edu.
Find quick links to important student resources such as financial aid and scholarships, diversity initiatives, and access to our Student Engagement and Academic Success (SEAS) team.
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As a standalone credential or part of a degree program, graduate certificates enhance your capabilities in specific academic areas.
The University of Kentucky College of Public Health is undergoing a review by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) for re-accreditation. Part of this process includes the invitation to provide third-party comments. Anyone, including students, alumni, employers, community partners, etc., is allowed to share relevant information about the college directly with CEPH. If you would like to provide input to CEPH to inform their review, send your comments to submissions@ceph.org by May 4th, 2025.