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Shape the Future of Public Health

The  Bachelor of Art (BA) in Community Health/Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology prepares graduates to 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. Graduates of the MPH in Epidemiology work in a variety of settings including local, state, and federal agencies such as health departments and academic health sciences centers.

A collaboration between the Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences and the Hudson College of Public Health, this dual degree program is your passport to a career where you’ll be at the forefront of public health, studying the distribution and dynamics of disease, and using this knowledge to optimize health in populations. The Hudson College of Public Health and the Master of Public Health program offered by the Department are accredited by the Council on Education in Public Health (CEPH). The MPH in Epidemiology may be completed by full or part-time students and is offered in Oklahoma City.

Program Length

BA + MPH = 5 years

Median Salary

$84,000

Career Opportunities

Epidemiologist, Research Scientist, Public Health Analyst, and more

Curriculum

The BA Community Health/MPH Epidemiology program is your passport to a career where you’ll be at the forefront of public health, studying the distribution and dynamics of disease, and using this knowledge to optimize health in populations. Courses like "Epidemiology of Infectious Disease" and "Epidemiology and Prevention of Chronic Diseases" will equip you with the skills to investigate and control disease, while "Intermediate Epidemiological Methods in Public Health" will enable you to advance the body of knowledge in the field.

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Course Requirements

 

STEM Designation

The MPH in Epidemiology program is considered a STEM-designated degree program.

A STEM-designated program is an academic program that falls under at least one of the approved categories from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). These categories are recognized by the government for their focus on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics. DHS’s updated STEM-designated degree list can be found at the following link: https://www.ice.gov/sevis/schools - dhs-stem-designated-degree-program-list-and-cip-code-nomination-process.

Admissions Requirements

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

  • Must be a current Community Health student at the University of Oklahoma in good standing.
  • Grade point average requirement on a 4.00 scale can be met by any of the following:
    • 3.00 in bachelor’s degree cumulative GPA 
    • 3.00 in the last 60 credit hours of upper-division coursework applied to the bachelor’s degree
    • 3.00 in the master’s degree (or higher) cumulative GPA
    • 3.00 in the last 12 or more hours of graded graduate level coursework
The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences is excluded from participation in the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education (OSRHE) Academic Forgiveness Provisions including repeat, reprieve, and renewal. Therefore, all grades earned will be included in grade point calculations when applying for acceptance to an OU Health Sciences program. OU Health Sciences student undergraduate coursework is included in this policy. Click here for additional information.

After reviewing the qualifications for the BA in Community Health/MPH in Epidemiology program, if you are unsure if you meet the requirements, please email us at hcoph@ouhsc.edu or call us at (405) 271-2308. 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. 

How to Apply

Experiential Learning

Apply what you learn in real-world settings. Epidemiology MPH students work with original data from ongoing public health efforts, including chronic disease monitoring, wastewater surveillance, and outbreak tracking. You'll collaborate with faculty and community partners to analyze real-world datasets—such as infant feeding surveys and cancer registry records—gaining practical experience in surveillance, data interpretation, and public health reporting.

Make an Impact: Real-World Projects

Our students gain hands-on experience at health departments, hospitals and nonprofit organizations across Oklahoma and the U.S. Practicum and research projects range from analyzing disease surveillance data for the Oklahoma State Department of Health to contributing to the nationally recognized Strong Heart Study. Students graduate with the confidence and skills to translate classroom learning into real-world health impact.

Career Preparation

A degree in epidemiology prepares you to lead public health efforts that make a difference. Our graduates work as epidemiologists, surveillance specialists, public health analysts, and program evaluators. Employers include the Oklahoma State Department of Health, tribal health systems, academic medical centers, and national public health organizations. Whether investigating disease outbreaks, designing studies, or analyzing program data to inform public health action, you’ll be positioned to promote population health across diverse settings.

Centers of Excellence

Access robust research infrastructure through our Centers of Excellence, where MPH epidemiology students gain skills in fieldwork, data analysis, and applied research:

Program Details

Location Offered

Oklahoma City

Degree Acquired

Master of Public Health in Epidemiology

Application Window

Applications open by August 1 for the following academic year. Applications are reviewed continuously, and decisions are made on a rolling basis.

Application Deadlines

Fall – August 1
Spring – December 15
Summer – May 1

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Department of Biostatistics & Epidemiology

The Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology (BSE) at the Hudson College of Public Health is a data-driven, comprehensive, and innovative department that offers a rigorous and hands-on learning experience. Our department is known for its collaborative and multi-disciplinary approach, providing students with a unique blend of biostatistics and epidemiology education.

We are committed to making our students the best they can be, ensuring quality research, interpreting study findings, employing novel methodology, and advancing science through study design and analysis. We aim to grow the next generation of public health professionals and ensure excellence in data management coordination of analysis. Our department is a place where students can make a difference, impact health, and contribute to something meaningful. We invite you to join us in our mission to improve public health through rigorous, innovative, and collaborative education and research.

About the Department

Biostatistics & Epidemiology Faculty

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