New York Medical College

Program Information

Degree Offered

MPH in Environmental Health Science

Format: Campus, Online

Program Description:

Environmental Health Science is a multi-faceted field incorporating a variety of professionals, including engineers, hydrologists, industrial hygienists, toxicologists, epidemiologists, and molecular biologists. Environmental health professionals typically hold positions in industry, in compliance programs or as health safety officers; in consulting firms performing environmental monitoring or audits; in not-for-profit organizations as researchers and/or advocates; or in government in the areas of inspections and permits, water quality, food, sanitation, or air quality.

The MPH in Environmental Health Science provides the conceptual framework and practical tools to recognize and address environmental hazards. Required program courses familiarize the student with issues of air and water quality as well as solid waste and environmental and industrial toxicology. Students learn analytical and problem-solving skills as well as how to communicate with technical and non-technical groups.

Accreditation:

Public health program accredited by Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).

Eligibility Requirements:

Bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0, two letters of recomendation, personal statement, and resume (no GRE).

# of Credits Required:

46

International Student Requirements:

TOEFL, transcript evaluation, financial support documentation.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

$790 USD

Tuition In-State Full Time:

18960 USD

Tuition Out of State Full Time:

18960 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Medical Schools/Medical Centers

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999