Master of Public Health

Become a successful global health practitioner and address your community's most pressing health issues with George Mason University's online Master of Public Health. Taught by renowned faculty members from the first College of Public Health in Virginia, this Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)-accredited program was recently recognized by U.S. News and World Report.

As a student, you will complete a public health curriculum, including core courses and courses within the public health practice concentration.

Mason is committed to offering you an affordable option for your graduate public health education. Transfer up to 12 credits and complete your degree in just 2.5 years. We also offer a mentorship program, pairing you with alumni who can provide professional guidance and career advice specific to the public health field.

When you finish this hands-on program, you will have completed 200 practicum hours and be eligible to sit for the Certified in Public Health (CPH) examination. Graduates are prepared to make a difference by pursuing a wide range of roles in government health and social service agencies, private-sector companies, and non-profit organizations.

George Mason University is Virginia's largest public research university. Located near Washington, D.C., Mason enrolls more than 33,000 students from 130 countries and all 50 states. Mason has grown rapidly over the past half-century and is recognized for its innovation and entrepreneurship, remarkable diversity, and commitment to accessibility. George Mason University is an innovative and inclusive academic community committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world.

Mason Online refers to the online learning experiences offered that may be completed at home, while stationed abroad, or while traveling. The online courses will maintain the same academic rigor and integrity as their campus-based counterparts, providing students with an active and collaborative learning environment while offering greater flexibility to fit a student's needs.