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    Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences

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    Philadelphia, USMPHHybrid2 years
    $69,258.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    67%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    42
    Credits

    Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University is a 42-credit, 2-year, hybrid MPH program based in Philadelphia, US. Tuition is $69,258.

    About the program

    Trains students to assess and address behavioral, cultural and social factors influencing public health problems. Covers health promotion, illness prevention, barriers to health behavior change, program planning, implementation and evaluation to reduce health disparities.

    Focus: coursework
    US News #42 (tie) in Public Health
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE: Optional. If submitted, scores above the 50th percentile on both the verbal and quantitative sections of the test are desired.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT: 79
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic: 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $15,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University is $69,258 across 42 required credits.
    Is Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University online or in-person?
    Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University is offered hybrid.
    How long does Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University take to complete?
    Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University is structured around 2 years and 42 credits.
    How competitive is Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University?
    Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 67%.
    What work-permit options follow Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University?
    Post-completion work rights for Public Health (MPH) in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University: 12 months OPT (US)