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Make an Impact in Public Health
With a Columbia University Degree
Choosing a career in public health is an active step toward addressing the world’s most pressing health challenges. At Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, you will have the opportunity to align your mission-based values with your professional goals, gaining the skills and knowledge to make a lasting impact on communities around the world. Whether you are passionate about public health policy, epidemiology, or global health, a graduate degree will help you shape the future of public health and create a more just world.
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The Columbia Mailman mission is to develop leaders who are committed to improving health equity and our programs are designed for individuals, like you, who are eager to drive positive change. As a student, you will connect with top organizations like the NYC Health Department, the United Nations, large hospital systems and major NGOs, gaining invaluable experience in real-world settings. The university’s NYC location and campus culture offer opportunities to engage with diverse populations and immerse yourself in one of the world’s most influential cities. With world-class faculty, access to cutting-edge research funding and lifelong career services, students are equipped for a successful and impactful career in public health.
Graduate Public Health Degree Modalities at Columbia
Columbia Mailman offers a variety of degree modalities, giving you the option to choose the program that best fits your career stage, personal commitments and professional goals. Whether you are looking for a traditional, immersive on-campus experience, or need flexibility in your studies, our School’s graduate public health programs are designed to accommodate a wide range of schedules and learning preferences.
Traditional Programs:
For students who prefer the full-time, on-campus experience, these programs offer a comprehensive, immersive education in public health.
Accelerated Programs:
Ideal for those who want to fast-track their education, these programs allow students to complete their degree in the short time frame of 1 year or less.
Online Programs:
These flexible programs provide a convenient way for working professionals to earn their degree remotely while continuing to work full-time.
Part-time Programs:
Designed for students who need a flexible schedule, part-time options allow students to balance work, life and academic commitments.
Executive Programs:
Equips experienced healthcare professionals with the skills, networks, and credentials needed for leadership roles through a flexible, 24-month curriculum focused on healthcare management, policy, and public health.
| Department | Full-Time | Part-Time | MPH | MS | MHA | Accelerated | Online | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Public Health | ||||||||
| Advanced MPH | ||||||||
| Biostatistics | ||||||||
| Environmental Health Sciences | ||||||||
| Health Policy and Management | ||||||||
| Population and Family Health | ||||||||
| Sociomedical Sciences | ||||||||
| Epidemiology |
*The MPH program option is not offered part-time.
Not every focus area for the MS degree programs is offered in every modality.
Please check to see which modalities the program you wish to pursue is offered.
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Advanced MPH Online
The Advanced MPH (AMPH) Online offers a flexible, high-caliber education tailored for mid-career professionals passionate about addressing today's complex public health challenges. Designed for individuals with significant work experience or advanced degrees in health-related fields, this two-year program combines asynchronous coursework with live, evening sessions, allowing students to maintain their professional commitments while earning a degree from one of the world's top-ranked public health schools.
The program offers two tracks: Implementation Science is ideal for those who want to design, implement, and evaluate public health programs. Health Communications is perfect for students passionate about using media and storytelling to influence public health outcomes.