The School of H&K offers a master's degree with a concentration in Public Health which builds on a health-related undergraduate degree.
The concentration prepares the graduate student for positions with agencies and organizations whose mission is to improve the health of the public through education and advocacy. Many choose to stay in their present position but are able to then infuse more education and advocacy for health in their job.
The Graduate Program in Public Health has two MS degree options:
- Thesis (30 semester hours of coursework and 6 semester hours of thesis) and
- Non-thesis (36 semester hours of coursework and a comprehensive exam)
Career Opportunities
- Methodist College, American Cancer Society
- American Red Cross
- UNO School of H&K
- National Safety Council-Greater Omaha Chapter
- Faith-based organizations
- School systems (private and public)
- Wellness Council of America
- Wellness Council of the Midlands
- University of Nebraska Medical Center
- NE Department of Health & Human Services
- Hospitals and clinics
- Local public health departments
- Project Extra Mile
Application Requirements:
Please visit the Office of Graduate Studies website to learn more information about Domestic and International graduate admission process.
In addition to the Office of Graduate Studies application requirements, the School of H&K requires the following:
- Two letters of recommendation
- Statement of goals and rationale for entering the graduate program (maximum of 300 words)