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How to Apply

The Hudson College of Public Health at the University of Oklahoma is the only CEPH-accredited school of public health in Oklahoma. Applying is a straightforward 2-step process. Applicants to all programs should start by submitting the OU Health Sciences Application (online programs must also submit program-specific materials in this application as outlined on the programs’ page). Applicants to on-campus programs must also submit a SOPHAS or HAMPCAS application. Scroll down this page to review specific requirements and instructions for each program and application.

Submit OU Health Sciences Application

The OU Health Sciences application for admission is required for all degree programs.

Go to OU Health Sciences Application

Submit Program’s Required Materials

Discover a comprehensive list of requirements for your specific program by visiting the admission requirements section on the program page.

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Submit SOPHAS  Application

Some programs require a SOPHAS application, a centralized application option for public health applicants. Check the "Program Specific Requirements" below to see if you need to submit one.

Submit HAMPCAS  Application

The Master of Health Administration (MHA) program requires either a HAMPCAS or SOPHAS application. Both are centralized application options. HAMPCAS is only an option for MHA applicants. Check the “Program Specific Requirements” below to see if you need to submit one.

 

Questions? We're here to help.

We’re here to assist prospective students with questions about the admission requirements and application process. After reviewing the requirements and instructions below, feel free to reach out to us for guidance and support if you have additional questions.

General Application Guidelines

Application Deadlines

Hudson College of Public Health applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and applications will be reviewed as they are complete. All materials must be submitted by the deadlines listed below for full consideration.

Biostatistics and Epidemiology  
Biostatistics - MPH Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Epidemiology - MPH Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Epidemiology - MPH/Community Health - BA Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Epidemiology - MPH/Community Health - BS Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Biostatistics - MS Spring - 10/15, Fall - 6/15
Biostatistics - MS/Math - BS Spring - 10/15, Fall - 6/15
Epidemiology - MS Spring - 10/15, Fall - 6/15
Biostatistics - PhD Spring - 10/15, Fall - 6/15
Epidemiology - PhD Spring - 10/15, Fall - 6/15
Health Administration & Policy  
Healthcare Administration Certificate for MBA Graduates Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Healthcare Administration Certificate for Current OU-MBA Students Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Health Administration & Policy - MPH/JD Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Health Administration & Policy - MPH Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Health Administration & Policy - MHA Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Health Administration & Policy - MHA/JD Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Health Promotion Sciences  
Health Promotion Sciences - MPH/MSW OKC Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Health Promotion Sciences - MPH/MSW Tulsa Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Health Promotion Sciences - MPH Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Health Promotion Sciences - MS Spring - 10/15, Fall - 6/15
Health Promotion Sciences - PhD Fall - 2/1
Health Promotion Sciences - MPH/Community Health- BA/ Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Health Promotion Sciences - MPH/Community Health- BS Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Occupational & Environmental Health  
Environmental Health - MPH Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Industrial Hygiene & Environmental Health Sciences - MS Spring - 10/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 6/15
Occupational Environmental Health - PhD Spring - 10/15, Fall - 6/15
Environmental Health - MPH/Community Health - BS Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Community and Population Health  
Population & Community Health - MPH OKC Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Population & Community Health - MPH Tulsa Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Population & Community Health - MPH Online Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Certificate of Population Health - OKC Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Certificate of Population Health - Tulsa Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1
Certificate of Population Health - Online Spring - 12/15, Summer - 5/1, Fall - 8/1

Transcripts (U.S. and International Applicants)

US Applicants

  • Applicants to the following on-campus programs must submit an official transcript from each U.S. and Canadian college/university attended to SOPHAS or HAMPCAS. Follow the instructions for sending your transcripts to SOPHAS here or HAMPCAS here. You will need a copy of your transcripts available for you to complete the application's coursework section. Do not enter foreign courses taken at universities outside the U.S. or Canada. 
    • MPH Biostatistics
    • MPH Epidemiology
    • MS Biostatistics
    • MS Epidemiology
    • PhD Biostatistics
    • PhD Epidemiology
    • MPH Health Administration & Policy
    • MHA (Master of Health Administration)
    • MPH Health Promotion Sciences
    • MPH Health Promotion Sciences/MSW Master of Social Work (Oklahoma City or Tulsa)
    • MS Health Promotion Sciences
    • PhD Health Promotion Sciences
    • MPH Environmental Health
    • MS Industrial Hygiene & Environmental Health Sciences
    • PhD Occupational Environmental Health
 
  • Applicants to the following dual-degree or online programs must submit an official transcript from each U.S. and Canadian college/university attended to the Health Sciences Recruitment and Admission office utilizing the following instructions: https://admissions.ouhsc.edu/prospective-students/how-to-apply - submittransscript (review the bullet that says “Electronic Transcripts (preferred)”):
    • MPH Epidemiology/BA Community Health
    • MPH Epidemiology/BS Community Health
    • MS Biostatistics/BS Math
    • MPH Health Administration & Policy/Juris Doctorate (JD)
    • MHA Health Administration & Policy/Juris Doctorate (JD)
    • MPH Health Promotion Sciences/BA Community Health
    • MPH Health Promotion Sciences/BS Community Health
    • MPH Environmental Health/BS Community Health
    • MPH Community and Population Health – Online
    • Certificate of Population Health – Online
    • eMHA (Executive Master of Healthcare Administration – Online)

International Applicants  

Applicants with international college/university coursework (excluding Canada) are required to submit transcripts/mark sheets to World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Education Credential Evaluators (www.ece.org) for a course-by-course evaluation. If utilizing World Education Services (WES), designate SOPHAS or HAMPCAS to receive the evaluation. If utilizing Education Credential Evaluators (ECE), have ECE send your evaluation to the OU Health Campus by email at Admissions@ouhsc.edu or by mail to:
OU Health Campus Recruitment and Admissions
P.O. Box 26901, SU 300
Oklahoma City, OK 73126-0901

English Language Proficiency

If you are an international applicant, you are required to demonstrate English proficiency.  This can be satisfied by submitting TOEFL or IELTS scores that meet the minimum required score. Additional information about the English proficiency requirement is available at OU Health Sciences' English Proficiency Requirements page.  

  • TOEFL scores should be submitted to SOPHAS using the designation code #5688.
  • IELTS scores should be submitted by following the instructions on the IELTS website. OU Health Sciences accepts paper Test Report Forms. Norman Campus students need to email their official scores to phadmissions@ou.edu

Personal Statement and Current CV/Resume

Personal Statement

Create a Personal Statement/Statement of Purpose in a word processing program. Upload it to the respective application: 

  • On-Campus Programs: Upload it to the SOPHAS (all programs are available through SOPHAS) or HAMPCAS application (Master of Health Administration program is available through HAMPCAS and SOPHAS – you can apply through either). Complete instructions are within the respective applications. 
  • Online Programs: Upload it to the OU Health Sciences application.

Current CV/Resume

Create a CV/Resume in a word processing program. Upload it to the respective application: 

  • On-Campus Programs: Upload it to the SOPHAS (all programs are available through SOPHAS) or HAMPCAS application (Master of Health Administration program is available through HAMPCAS and SOPHAS – you can apply through either). Complete instructions are within the respective applications. 
  • Online Programs: Upload it to the OU Health Sciences application.

OU Health Sciences Application

If you are applying to OU Hudson College of Public Health, you are required to submit a short and FREE OU Heath Sciences application.

Go to OU Health Sciences Application

Program Specific Requirements

Biostatistics and Epidemiology

All Biostatistics and Epidemiology (BSE) programs require the OU Health Sciences application and SOPHAS application. For international students, a TOEFL/IELTS score of 88/6.5 is required for admission. 

Health Administration and Policy

All Health Administration and Policy (HAP) programs require the OU Health Sciences application and SOPHAS application. For international students, a TOEFL/IELTS score of 100/7.0 is required for admission.

Health Promotion Sciences

All Health Promotion Sciences (HPS) programs require the OU Health Sciences application and SOPHAS application. For international students, a TOEFL/IELTS score of 88/6.5 is required for admission.

 

Occupational and Environmental Health

All Occupational and Environmental Health (OEH) programs require the OU Health Sciences application and SOPHAS application. For international students, a TOEFL/IELTS score of 90/6.5 is required for the PhD and MS programs. A score of 88/65 is required for the MPH program.

Community and Population Health Programs and Dual Degree Programs

All of the following programs require the OU Health Sciences application, personal statement, and CV/resume. For international applicants to the MPH in Community & Population Health program, a TOEFL/IELTS score of 88/6.5 is required.

SOPHAS or HAMPCAS Application Fees

  • SOPHAS offers some fee waivers to qualified applicants on a first-come, first-service basis. You can learn more about their fee waivers here. Please direct fee waiver questions to SOPHAS by phone at 617-612-2090.
  • HAMPCAS does not offer fee waivers.

*Please note that the OU Hudson College of Public Health does not offer any fee waivers or coupon codes for the SOPHAS or HAMPCAS applications.

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