Master of Public Health

The UF Master of Public Health program is a 48-credit program with six concentration options to specialize in. Each contains core courses that all MPH students take, concentration-specific courses, and elective courses you can pick based on your interests. Our students gain real-world experience through our Applied Practice Experience course, by working with organizations in their individual communities to tackle current public health problems. At the end of their program, each student goes through our Integrated Learning Experience to build on everything they’ve learned.

Master of Public Health at the University of Florida

Looking to make an impact on your community? A UF Master of Public Health (MPH) degree will equip you with everything you need to make a difference and create change.

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The University of Florida is #6 in Top Public Schools. As a student in our program, you’ll get benefits like:

  • One-on-one advising from a faculty mentor
  • The chance to work with and learn from award-winning instructors
  • The freedom to pick elective courses that relate to exactly what you’re interested in
  • The flexibility to take courses from anywhere in the world through our online program
  • The opportunity to engage with your community through an internship experience, volunteer opportunities and final project

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Why public health at UF?

See what some of our current students and alumni have to say!

Class of 2025

Karin Rashid

My favorite moments have been learning something new or gaining new insights and perspectives on public health topics and issues from my peers.

MPH Student Karin Rashid

Class of 2024

Andrew Satterlee

“Being in a position that allows me the opportunity to work with such a great field of professionals while simultaneously having the ability to continue to grow, learn and improve my professional skill set is so gratifying.”

Capt. Satterlee took a trip to the Great Pyramid of Giza while stationed in the Sinai Peninsula to collect water samples in 2018.

Class of 2024

Devin Valdes

“I am eager to leverage my personal experiences and identities to contribute to the development of culturally competent health care programs and policies that address the unique needs of diverse communities.” 

Devin Valdes UF MPH

Cancer Policy Internship

Alexi Hernandez Alvarez

Alexi Hernandez Alvarez, a second-year UF MPH student with a concentration in population health management, has been selected for the UF Health Cancer Center’s Cancer Policy Internship.

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CLASS OF 2019

Omari Richins

“I think there is a lot of support for students by faculty and other administrators in the program. The faculty pushed students to achieve their most and really want to see each of us succeed, and they are there to support us throughout this process.”

Omari Richins Alaska

Admissions and Program Requirements

The University of Florida’s Master of Public Health (MPH) program is designed to prepare future leaders to tackle complex health challenges at the local, national, and global levels. With a robust curriculum, customizable concentration options, and hands-on training, the program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to drive meaningful change in public health. Whether you’re passionate about research, policy, or community health, the UF MPH program offers the tools and mentorship to help you make a lasting impact.


Learn more

  • Interested in learning more? Check out our FAQ section.
  • Didn’t find an answer to your question? Don’t hesitate to contact us!
  • Want to see who you’ll be working with? Meet our team.
  • Curious about our courses? Meet the instructors you’ll take classes with.

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Message from the Director

Julia Varnes, MPH program director

Welcome to the Masters of Public Health program! Our mission is to train professionals to apply public health skills and evidence-informed approaches to positively contribute to health, health equity, and quality of life of people and populations at the local, national, and global levels. We achieve this through a comprehensive curriculum, dynamic and inclusive collaborations, and tailored practice-based experiences.


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Accredidation

The University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions is accredited through the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), an independent agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to accredit schools of public health and public health programs. Accreditation attests to the quality of a school’s educational programs and provides assurance that the school’s curriculum covers essential skills and knowledge necessary for its graduates’ professional success. The UF College of Public Health and Health Professions is one of more than 60 U.S. schools that have achieved CEPH accreditation.