The Drexel University School of Public Health offers unique academic programs that stress hands-on experience in one of the most diverse and culturally rich communities in the United States. The Drexel University School of Public Health is the only school of public health in the greater Philadelphia region, and one of only two schools of its kind in Pennsylvania.
The Best of the Best
Drexel University is one of fewer than 50 private universities classified by the Carnegie Foundation as Doctoral/Research-Extensive, and it constantly ranks among the top tier of universities for technology and research.
The School of Public Health offers Master of Public Health, Master of Science in Biostatistics and doctorate programs, and boasts a world-renowned faculty with national and community connections.
Dynamic
The School of Public Health recently graduated its largest senior class to date, and has seen its enrollment triple in the past few years. The depth and breadth of fulltime and adjunct faculty has grown to match student enrollment, and research grants have also tripled. Any way you look at it, Drexel is dynamic.
Unique Approach to Learning
The curriculum is a blend of problem-based learning and traditional didactic methods, providing students with the opportunities to use the knowledge gained in the classroom in real world situations. Students work collaboratively with community groups and agencies in the school’s neighboring communities, while fully exploring the core academic disciplines of public health.
The Right Degree, The Right Fit
Drexel offers the right degree to match your area of interest or fit your busy schedule. For fulltime students, the school offers a Master of Public Health and Master of Science in Biostatics degrees, as well as a DrPH in Community Health and Prevention and PhD in Epidemiology. In addition, the school offers a joint degree with the Drexel University College of Medicine (MD/MPH Program) and a Joint Juris Doctorate and Master of Public Health degree.
For busy working professionals, the school provides an executive Master of Public Health program, which features convenient class schedules. Prospective students looking for a non-degree course load may be interested in the online certificate in Epidemiology and Biostatistics.
Public Health Research
In addition to gaining significant hands-on experience while at Drexel, each student will also work closely with world renowned faculty members on leading research. With research grants constantly growing, faculty members at the School of Public Health are on the cutting edge of research for a wide variety of public health concerns, including autism epidemiology, urban violence/trauma prevention, child hunger, healthcare equality, environmental/ occupational health and many more.
Diversity
The School of Public Health has set a high priority on establishing a diverse school community, representative of the nation's population within the broad ethnic and racial diversity of the City of Philadelphia. We greatly value the learning community created with a diverse lens.
Accreditation
The School of Public Health is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), and a member of the Association of Schools of Public Health (ASPH). Accreditation by CEPH attests to the high quality and integrity of the Drexel University School of Public Health’s academic programs. In addition, accreditation opens an even greater array of federal funding opportunities for our faculty and students.
Career Development
Whether you are looking for your first job or aspiring to reach the next level, Drexel can help jump start your career in public health or a related field. Drexel School of Public Health graduates have found meaningful and important careers across the nation. These include leadership positions with nonprofit organizations, government entities and corporations. Click here to see our career development programs.