Skip to main
University-wide Navigation

Academic Requirements

  • 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

Online Admissions Checklist On-Campus Admissions Checklist

Applications Process

STEP 1: Apply to the MPH program using SOPHAS:

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.

SOPHAS Application

sophas.org

STEP 2: If offered admission through SOPHAS, apply to the UK Graduate School following your SOPHAS application decision.

Applicants must meet the Graduate School admission requirements.

 

Application Deadlines

April 1st Environmental Health Applicant Deadline

Offered on-campus only

April 1st Epidemiology Applicant Deadline

Offered on-campus only

July 1st Health Management and Policy Applicant Deadline

Offered online only

July 1st Program Planning, Management, & Evaluation

Offered online only

Applications are not accepted for the Spring or Summer semesters.

Questions About Your Application?

For more information on our programs or for guidance on completing your application, contact Benji Bryant.

Student Resources

Find quick links to important student resources such as financial aid and scholarships, and access to our Academic Excellence team. 

Go to Page

Graduate Certificates

As a standalone credential or part of a degree program, graduate certificates enhance your capabilities in specific academic areas.

Go to Page

University Disclosure

The Annual Safety and Security Report includes the latest statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by UK; and on public property immediately adjacent to campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security. You can access the report at http://go.uky.edu/safetyreport. Paper copies will be provided upon request.

The Annual Fire Safety Report includes statistics for the three previous calendar years concerning reported fires in on-campus student housing facilities, such as residence halls, Greek housing, graduate housing, or at any facility designated as a place of residence for students. The report also includes a description of fire safety systems; yearly fire drills; policies on portable electrical appliances, furniture, decorations, bicycles/motorized scooters, and open flames; evacuation procedures; policies on fire safety education and training; and contact information. You can access the report at http://go.uky.edu/firereport. Paper copies will be provided upon request.

The Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act (EADA) requires co-educational institutions of higher education that participate in federal student aid and have intercollegiate athletic programs to prepare an annual EADA report. The Report on Athletic Program Participation Rates and Financial Support Data includes athletic participation, staffing, revenues and expenses for men's and women's teams. You can access the report at http://go.uky.edu/eadareport. Paper copies will be provided upon request.