The Public Health program is one of the newest degree programs within the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy. The first Master of Public Health degree was conferred in 2004, while the Bachelor of Science in Public Health degree program was recently established in 2020. Although youthful, our program is comprised of knowledgeable and expert faculty in their chosen fields. Our programs provide students with foundational skills and expertise for success.
What is Public Health?
There are many definitions to describe public health. In short, it is the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through organized community effort.
Five Disciplines
Epidemiology, Statistics, Environmental Health Science, Health Policy and Management, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.
Academic Excellence
According to US News, Florida State University ranks within the top 20 public schools in the nation.
We are also #26 in Best Colleges for Veterans.
The Master of Public Health (MPH) Program is an accredited program through the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). We will go through the re-accreditation process again in 2025.
The Bachelor of Public Health (BSPH) Program is a brand-new program, starting in Fall 2020. It is not accredited yet; however, it will go through the CEPH accreditation process alongside the MPH program in 2025.
Please see the below accreditation reports for the MPH Program:
Give Back to the College
When you give to the College of Social Sciences & Public Policy, helping students is the bottom line!
