Public Health Master's Program | Rasmussen University Health Sciences Master of Public Health (MPH) Online Master's Degree Online Program Next Start Dates July 06, 2026 October 05, 2026 Apply By July 01, 2026 October 01, 2026 Request Details Apply Now Call: 833-606-1911 21 months finish in as few as $16,324 total estimated tuition and fees 14 courses to complete this degree How You Can Be a Leader with an MPH Degree Starting around $16,300, you can take your public health leadership and knowledge into many directions that are vital to community health, including: Health informatics and analytics Epidemiology and research Environmental health and risk management Public health policy and administration Population health management Community health Talk with an admissions representative today On this page: "Public health affects every single person in some way, shape or form. The air we breathe is our public health." Joyvina Evans, PhD Adjunct Faculty - Health Sciences Online + Practicum Online Empowered Learning courses allow you to learn by doing, manage your pace and stay connected with faculty and peers. Real-world practicum experience lets you apply what you know in your community. Support at Every Turn From 24/7 tech support, experienced faculty, academic advisors and career services to library and learning services with over 400,000 ebooks and electronic reference materials, we’re dedicated to a robust learning community. Take Your Skills with You Wherever your career takes you, you’ll be a stronger contributor with employer-valued transferable skills, including communication, critical thinking, and more. Your digital Comprehensive Learner Record makes it easier to showcase your skills. See how Take the Next Step—Talk to Us! Practicum Experience Our Master of Public Health program features a practicum experience. It’s a great way to apply what you’ve been learning in your coursework, potentially building your professional network and gaining exposure to potential employers. Sample practicum projects: Explore how social media and text messaging can be used as effective communication tools during situations, such as the COVID-19 pandemic Conduct a community needs assessment Create an emergency preparedness/disaster management manual Develop and present an educational seminar on vaping and tobacco Conduct a literature review and submit a grant proposal for a healthy living workshop for a senior living facility Evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of a telemedicine program Potential Practicum Sites to Consider Government public health agencies Healthcare providers and organizations Public safety agencies, human service and charity organizations Education and youth development organizations Recreation and arts-related organizations Economic and philanthropic organizations Environmental agencies and organizations School of Health Sciences Blog What Is Epidemiology? What is epidemiology? Though the word sounds complicated, this public health specialty is easier to understand than you might think. You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers Frequently Asked Questions Is Rasmussen University’s Master of Public Health (MPH) degree online or in person? All of our MPH program courses are online nationally, with on-the-ground support services available at 18 campuses in Florida, Kansas, Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin. The practicum experiences are not online or on campus; students arrange the organization and location for their own practicum, with support from Rasmussen University. See all our campus locations › What’s the difference between a Master of Public Health degree and some related Master’s degrees? The MPH program prepares graduates for a wider range of environments (government agencies, health organizations, non-profits, colleges and universities) than other related Master's degrees and focuses on research and data-driven issues that impact entire communities. Master of Health Administration graduates typically work in healthcare institutions, focus on the business of healthcare and manage teams of medical and health professionals. The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a Public Health Specialization is geared toward medical settings with a combined focus on nursing and public health, serving individuals and families through nursing leadership roles. What can you do with an MPH degree? Master of Public Health graduates work in a variety of areas, including government agencies, nonprofit and philanthropic organizations, environmental health organizations, schools and universities, public safety and disaster management agencies, healthcare providers like hospitals and clinics, community health initiatives, and global health and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Can I transfer credits into this Master's program? Yes. If you've earned Master's-level credits before, up to 20% of this Master's degree program can be completed through transfer credits. Your admissions representative can help you get an answer on your specific transfer credits in one business day, on average. For more information, visit our Transfer Policy page Don't See Your Question Here? Our dedicated team of admissions representatives can help you answer questions related to courses, tuition, financial aid, admissions and more. Request More Information Call: 833-606-1911 Completion time is dependent on transfer credits accepted and the number of courses completed each term. Tuition for MPH is $229 per credit. Students in all programs must maintain continuous enrollment to remain eligible for the tuition pricing of $229 per credit. A student who withdraws and re-enrolls will be required to pay the tuition price offered at the time of their re-enrollment. If a student needs to retake one or more courses in the degree program, the total tuition and fees will exceed $16,324. MPH estimated tuition and fees breakdown: $12,824 in tuition + $3,500 in fees = $16,324 in estimated tuition and fees. Program availability varies by campus and state; please see the Rasmussen University Catalog for details. Learn more about the financial aid cost of attendance (COA). Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Medical and Health Services Managers at (visited November 26, 2024). Employment conditions in your area may vary. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Community Health Workers at (visited November 26, 2024). Employment conditions in your area may vary. GRE is a registered trademark of Educational Testing Service.