Master of Public Health

The Master of Public Health program at Lasell is focused on helping students develop transferable and practical skills that can be applied in a variety of public health careers.  The program emphasizes an evidence-based approach to public health that systematically evaluates health programs and applies epidemiological methods to developing health policy and programs. With a focus on social justice, students will assess health disparities within local, national, and global communities, develop an understanding of the complex factors that contribute to those disparities and the leadership and advocacy skills to design, implement and evaluate public health programs.

• • Completion in as few as 12 months
  • 100% online asynchronous to fit in your schedule 
  • Get community-based field experience under a public health professional
  • All classes are capped at 23 students.
  • There is no GRE/GMAT requirement.  

Enroll now for Fall 2022

The Lasell Experience:

360 view of Public Health - Lasell's comprehensive approach combines critical thinking, intercultural competence, evidence-based research, effective communications skills, and effective leadership with sound practical applications.   You'll gain in-depth knowledge and skills for a wide range of professional opportunities in the public health sector.

Gain real-world field experience - Our Master of Public Health program offers a community-based field experience at one of Lasell's affiliated facilities. Supervised by public health professionals, students will be placed at a local or regional partner to practice and gain real-world experience. Alternatively, students can choose a problem-based research project that addresses a problem of practice for a company in the public health industry. 

Designed for working professionals - Our 100% online course format offers unmatched flexibility to suit your busy lifestyle, while our extensive graduate student services ensure you remain connected to the Lasell community and fully supported throughout your program.

Expert faculty focused on your success - Faculty members are not only accomplished teachers - they are accomplished professionals in their field. They bring deep insight, extensive experience, and above all, a true desire to help you achieve your goals.

Learn more:

• Admissions requirements
• Tuition and Fees
• Course Schedule

Explore Careers in Public Health

Use the below Career Insights Tool to explore the different career options available for a Master's in Nutrition of Human Performance. The tool is powered by Burning Glass and pulls real-time data from labor market information. The tool uses AI to analyze all current job postings giving you the insight you need to make the right career decisions.  Jobs that have the highest earning potential by industry and geography and specific skills employers need for those jobs can be found through this tool.   If you find these careers are not for you, explore the "other options" button to find more information on other careers. 

Career Path Options with Master's Degree in Public Health

Graduates of the Master of Public Health degree program will prepare students for careers that span a variety of industries including education, health care, public administration and insurance.  Examples of job titles include:

• Hospital Administrator
• Health Communication Administrator
• Epidemiologists
• Clinical Director
• Grant Administrator/Writer
• Healthcare Administrator
• Health Informatics Specialist
• Healthcare Consultant
• Nutritionists
• Policy Analyst
• Health Educator/Coach
• Public Health Project Manager
• Social and Community Service Managers
• Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors

Advance your career-apply today!

The Master of Public Health curriculum provides a graduate with the skills and knowledge across a broad spectrum of disciplines for the purposes of developing professionals that protect and improve the health of a population.

This program has a total of 42 credits comprised of 9 required courses (27 credits) and 3 elective courses (9 credits) and 2 research courses. 

Get information on our Course Schedules.

Candidates seeking admission to Lasell University's Public Health graduate degree program must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. 

Admission Requirements Checklist:

1. Online application
2. Official transcripts of all college-level coursework *
3. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
4. A one-page personal statement describing your goals, strengths, and potential for achievement in graduate school
5. Minimum GPA of 2.7
6. Resume

Prerequisites

• Statistics  (3credits)
• Lasell University offers online and/or face to face options for all required pre-requisites

No GMAT/GRE scores are required for admission. 

International Students need to submit English equivalency from one of the following: TOEFL scores: minimum required score is 80 (iBT) or IELTS, minimum required score is 6.0; or Pearson PTE Academic minimum score is 53; or Duolingo minimum required score is 105. The English equivalency scores may be waived for international applicants who have earned a bachelor's degree at an accredited college/university in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada.