Student Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred)
- A completed online application to the Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies at Appalachian State University
- Payment of an application processing fee
- Official transcripts from each college/university attended since high school
- International students need to supply TOEFL or IELTS scores
- Resume and Contact information for three references
Additional Admission Requirements
- Personal Statement/Essay
- Three letters of recommendation
- Volunteer/work experience in a public health-related organization/agency or other service experience
Prerequisite Coursework
Minimum of a “B” on required prerequisite courses:
- English
- Statistics
Program Location
Online (with the exception of field-based and research-based practicums)
Degree Costs
Cost of Study: Tuition & Fees site
Academic Standards
In order to maintain enrollment status, students must:
- Abide by the Appalachian State University Code of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity
- Earn no more than two final course grades of “C” or lower in required coursework
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Practicums
As part of the course of study for the Master of Public Health, students will take part in a
- Field Practicum and
- Practice-Based Research/Scholarly Practicum
Field Practicum Experience:
Students find placement in a variety of health-related agencies to gain experience working in public health on various projects.
Research/Scholarly Practicum:
Building on the Field Practicum Experience, students will conduct an independent research or scholarly project under the direction of a practicum site supervisor.
Students also have the option to prepare a manuscript for publication in a peer-reviewed journal under the direction of a member of the App State Public Health faculty.