Applying to graduate school is an exciting step- but figuring out where to start can sometimes feel like a process of its own. Whether you’re beginning your public health journey or looking to build on your professional experience, the UConn Master of Public Health (MPH) program aims to make the admissions process as straightforward as possible.
Here’s what prospective students should know as they prepare to apply:
Step 1: Explore the UConn MPH Program
Before submitting your application, take some time to explore what the UConn Health MPH program has to offer and consider how it aligns with your interests and goals.
UConn’s MPH program provides students with a strong foundation in public health while offering opportunities to explore areas, such as health equity, epidemiology, health policy, community health research, and more! Students can also gain hands-on experience through applied learning and engagement with communities and public health professionals throughout Connecticut.
For students interested in combining public health with another field, UConn also offers several dual-degree pathways.
Step 2: Review the Admissions Requirements
Once you’ve decided that UConn could be the right fit, familiarize yourself with the application requirements.
Applicants should review current eligibility requirements, required materials, deadlines, and application instructions before getting started. Preparing these materials ahead of time can make the process much smoother. It will also give you the opportunity to take your time putting together an application that fully reflects your experiences, interests, and goals.
Step 3: Tell Us Why Public Health Matters to You
Your application is more than a collection of transcripts and credentials; it’s an opportunity to tell us about yourself!
Think about the experiences that have shaped your interest in public health. What issues are you passionate about? What communities or populations do you hope to serve? What skills do you want to develop, and where do you hope an MPH will take you?
You don’t need to have your entire career mapped out. What matters is communicating what draws you to public health and how graduate education fits into your next step.
Step 4: Submit Your Application
Once your materials are ready, review everything carefully and submit your application according to the current admissions instructions.
Before hitting submit, double-check that you’ve included all required materials and that your application accurately represents your academic, professional, volunteer, leadership, and community experiences.
And then comes the hardest part: waiting!
Step 5: What Happens After You Apply?
After an application is submitted and complete, it moves through the review process. This is where the admissions team considers your experiences, preparation, interests, and potential fit with the MPH program.
Be sure to keep an eye on your email and application portal for updates, requests for additional information, and next steps.
If you’re admitted, you’ll receive information about accepting your offer and preparing to join the UConn public health community.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Choosing an MPH program is about more than earning another degree. It’s about finding a place where you can develop the knowledge, skills, experiences, and connections to make an impact on the health of communities.
If you’re considering UConn, start by exploring the MPH program, reviewing the current admissions requirements, and learning more about the opportunities available to our students.
Your public health journey must start somewhere. It should start here.
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