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For the Health of All

As the only public health college in Oklahoma, the Hudson College of Public Health at the University of Oklahoma Health is a hub for future health leaders in the state and region, offering an accredited, research-driven program with a focus on applied public health.

Why Choose OU Hudson College of Public Health

At the University of Oklahoma Hudson College of Public Health, students are immersed in an accredited, research-based academic program with a supportive student-to-faculty ratio promising an outstanding environment to learn. We are positioned at the OU Health  campus home to the only comprehensive academic medical system in the state and have an expansive network of community-based and health organizations ensuring practical field work experiences, leading to strong career outcomes in public health.

ABET Accreditation

The Industrial Hygiene program is accredited
through the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology

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CEPH Accreditation

The Hudson College has been continuously accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health since 1969

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CAHME Accreditation

The OU Hudson College is home to the only CAHME accredited Healthcare Administration program in Oklahoma.  

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The Only School of Public Health in Oklahoma

Our programs, rooted in applied learning, offer a unique blend of research and practicum work across diverse fields such as infectious disease, quality improvement, cancer, statistics, leadership, community engagement, and environmental health.

THE ONLY

CEPH Accredited School of Public Health in Oklahoma

100%

job placement rate over the past four years for many of our programs

All Students 

are offered experiential learning opportunities

Skills Match

Alumni report skills learned at Hudson College are valuable for work

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Supporting You as a Changemaker

Not only are graduates influential in their respective fields but they also contribute to the health of all, embodying the essence of why one should choose the Hudson College of Public Health.

BENEFITS OF ATTENDING THE HUDSON COLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH 

At OU’s Hudson College of Public Health, our graduates are a testament to our impactful and engaging academic programs. They emerge as future public health and healthcare leaders, equipped with a robust foundation in biostatistics, epidemiology, community engagement, healthcare administration, quality improvement, leadership skills and data science. Our alumni are positively impacting public health nationwide, fulfilling Hudson College’s mission.  

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Highly Ranked Programs

Each department is a hub for innovative research centers, producing impactful projects that drive change. Join us and be part of a collaborative and engaging community that is not just accredited but also analytical, driven, and dedicated to evidence-based research and applied, quantitative analysis.

One College, Many Departments

Biostatistics & Epidemiology

Transforming data into health solutions

Health Administration & Policy

Inspiring future health and healthcare leaders

Health Promotion Sciences

Promoting strong communities through healthy lifestyle transformations

Occupational & Environmental Health

Ensuring safe, healthy environments

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State-of-the-Art Research Centers

Our research centers provide an engaging and collaborative environment for students to delve into areas such as infectious disease, cancer, implementation science, and more, shaping them into future public health and healthcare leaders.

One word to describe the Hudson College of Public Health

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Take the leap! If you want an edge in the OEH field this is the school to attend. From research, to ABET accreditation, to top-notch professional networking organizations, the Hudson College has streamlined the opportunities for me to succeed in the OEH field!

- Taylor Reeves, MS

EXPLORE THE LATEST DISCOVERIES IN PUBLIC HEALTH

As students at OU Public Health, you are given the opportunity to delve into a world of applied learning and research. Each of the four departments not only offers a rich academic experience but also is home to research centers. Here, you can contribute to influential research projects in areas such as infectious disease, community-based research, industrial hygiene, cancer, and indigenous health, shaping you into future leaders in the fields of public health and healthcare.  

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