Apply to our Ph.D. program

Admissions Requirements

Prior degree

Master’s degree in the health or social sciences, including, but not limited to, public health (M.P.H.), with a minimum GPA of 3.0

GRE Scores

Current GRE test results (taken within the past five years) are preferred. Competitive applicants typically score at or above the 75th percentile in all components of the exam (e.g., minimum scores of 159 quantitative, 157 verbal and 4.5 analytical writing).

GRE waivers are available for applicants who meet one of the criteria below. If interested in submitting a GRE waiver request, please reach out to our education administrator for more details:

• • Applicants with at least five years of professional work experience in the field of epidemiology
  • Recent graduates of an M.P.H. in Epidemiology program (within the past two years)

Standardized tests for English proficiency

International students must submit TOEFL, IELTS, PTE scores, or Duolingo. The minimum TOEFL score is 600 (paper-based), 250 (computer-based) or 100 (Internet-based); IELTS minimum score is 7.0; PTE minimum score is 65; the Duolingo minimum score is 110. Any exceptions to the English proficiency requirement can be found on the International Admissions website. Please contact the PhD Graduate Programs Coordinator with any questions.

Personal statement

Applicants must include a personal statement that indicates: (1) their reasons for pursuing a doctoral degree in epidemiology, (2) their particular areas of research focus or study, (3) the departmental faculty advisers with whom the students would prefer to work and (4) career goals upon graduation.

Reference letters

Students must submit three letters of recommendation from three individuals who can assess the applicant’s qualifications for graduate school. Letters from past professors or faculty advisers are most appropriate.

Current CV or resume

Students must submit a current CV or resume.