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    Joint Master of Public Health / Master of Arts in African Studies (MPH/M.A.)

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    Los Angeles, USMph/maIn-person3 years
    $114,273.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    $155.00
    App fee

    Joint Master of Public Health / Master of Arts in African Studies (MPH/M.A.) at University of California-Los Angeles is a 3-year, in-person Mph/ma program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $114,273.

    About the program

    Concurrent program combining MPH in Community Health Sciences, which covers planning, administration, and evaluation of public health programs addressing health equity, health education, global health, and program development, with MA in African Studies. Includes applied practice experience of 400 hours and comprehensive exam.

    Focus: coursework
    US News: 6 (Public Health) | US News: 6 (Public Health)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026
    Fall 2028
    Dec 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum overall score on TOEFL iBT: 87
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum overall band score on IELTS Academic: 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $22,500.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Joint Master of Public Health / Master of Arts in African Studies (MPH/M.A.) at University of California-Los Angeles cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Joint Master of Public Health / Master of Arts in African Studies (MPH/M.A.) at University of California-Los Angeles is $114,273.
    Is Joint Master of Public Health / Master of Arts in African Studies (MPH/M.A.) at University of California-Los Angeles online or in-person?
    Joint Master of Public Health / Master of Arts in African Studies (MPH/M.A.) at University of California-Los Angeles is offered in-person.
    How long does Joint Master of Public Health / Master of Arts in African Studies (MPH/M.A.) at University of California-Los Angeles take to complete?
    Joint Master of Public Health / Master of Arts in African Studies (MPH/M.A.) at University of California-Los Angeles is structured around 3 years.
    What GPA is required for Joint Master of Public Health / Master of Arts in African Studies (MPH/M.A.) at University of California-Los Angeles?
    Per the program's published guidance: B average (3.0/4.0)
    What work-permit options follow Joint Master of Public Health / Master of Arts in African Studies (MPH/M.A.) at University of California-Los Angeles?
    Post-completion work rights for Joint Master of Public Health / Master of Arts in African Studies (MPH/M.A.) at University of California-Los Angeles: 12 months OPT (US)