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Bachelor of Public Health

Study the distribution and dynamics of disease and health in populations, investigate causative factors and determinants of disease in populations, and advance the body of knowledge that will make it possible to control and/or prevent disease and to optimize health.

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Overview

The Bachelor of Public Health (BPH) major is designed to give students hands-on experience in public health through a partnership between the OU Health Sciences Center Hudson College of Public Health and the University of Oklahoma Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences. It provides the core foundation in epidemiology, health communication and policy, etc. along with chemistry, biology, and math. This major is well-suited for students who plan to work in public and/or community health after earning the bachelor’s degree. BPH students will take classes at the OU Hudson College of Public Health (located in Oklahoma City) during their final semester of the program (must be a spring semester), which includes a practicum course and the program capstone. Students may also select an elective course from the graduate-level offerings through the OU Hudson College of Public Health.

Admissions Requirements

For the general application requirements see our How to Apply page. This specific program also requires:

  • 60 hours completed with junior standing
  • Completion of all major coursework with a "C" or higher
  • Minimum 3.25 GPA in OU Retention and Combined Retention

If after reviewing the qualifications for the The Bachelor of Public Health program you are unsure of whether you meet them, please contact hcoph@ouhsc.edu. We are here to help and support you as you pursue a career in the health sciences.

Please also review the application requirements and application deadlines found on the How to Apply page. 

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Academic Resources

At the Hudson College of Public Health, students are empowered with a diverse range of accredited degree programs, hands-on learning experiences, and state-of-the-art research opportunities, all guided by our multidisciplinary faculty.

Research

The Hudson College of Public Health is enriched by its research partnerships with esteemed institutions and organizations, providing students with a robust, real-world learning experience that complements their academic journey.

Field Work

At the Hudson College of Public Health, students apply their curriculum through immersive field experiences and practicums, fostering a hands-on, real-world understanding of public health challenges and solutions.