School of Public Health | Loma Linda University Healthy Communities Begin With You Solve today’s leading health care challenges with an advanced faith-based education to help you develop your practical skills, depth of expertise and leadership abilities in promoting population health among local and global communities. Why Choose Us We offer many public health degrees and certificate programs, both online and in-person. We provide a hands-on environment for our students, preparing them for real-life experiences in their careers. Our Programs We offer 14 comprehensive master’s and doctorate programs focused on multidisciplinary studies, experience-based learning and one-on-one faculty guidance. Practicum Apply classroom learning within a hospital, community organization or local public health department. Request Info Get more information on our health sciences programs. Community Outreach Together, we have the ability to transform our communities. Global Outreach Discover the incredible journeys our students take. "From my first quarter to my last, the program was transformative and opened the door to many new career possibilities." Wendy Bramble – School of Public Health Why Loma Linda University? For more than 50 years, we have provided students a faith-based education built on the highest reputation of hands-on training, small class sizes and a beautiful Southern California campus, including the state’s only online masters program in health education. Experience the Difference Quick Facts 86% Job Placement Rate 1:8 Faculty to Student Ratio 84 Countries Represented 16 Students Completed Intl. Field Experience 2015-16 Spotlight: Master of Public Health Our Master of Public Health programs are designed to expand your knowledge of public health fundamentals through one of eight major concentrations and the clinical instruction needed to become a public health practitioner with a 400-hour practicum project. Explore Programs The Journey Doctoral students from the graduating class of 2016 share their memories and experiences from their time in the School of Public Health. Watch Video “If you’re on the fence about public health…then sign up for this conference.” Experience what it's like to have an exciting career in Public Health through first-hand learning, practice and guidance from our faculty. Watch Video Research Our students and faculty make it their daily habit to break ground on innovative research in order to help others live a healthy lifestyle and prevent chronic diseases. Discover Our Research Academics School of Public Health’s Huma Shah recognized as a top achiever for ACHE March 24, 2026 Research Kidney function improved with plant-based diet, researchers say March 6, 2026 Health & Wellness How often should you swap out your bath towels? March 3, 2026 Academics School of Pharmacy to offer new PharmD/MPH dual degree October 30, 2025 Research Study shows chart of foods ranked according to both health, environmental impact August 5, 2025 All News Hello, want more info? Want help figuring out your options in public health? Fill out our information form so our admissions team can help you find the programs that best fit you. Tell us about yourself