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Public Health

(Minor)

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Discover Public Health: A Minor Pathway

Elevate your educational journey with the University of Cincinnati's transformative Public Health Minor program. This comprehensive program empowers students from diverse majors to gain a profound understanding of critical public health issues, including the social and behavioral aspects of disease prevention, environmental health concepts, the evolving U.S. health care system and community disease monitoring.

Immerse yourself in a rich selection of electives tailored to your interests, regardless of your major. The program not only broadens your horizons but also equips you with the knowledge and skills needed for a future of meaningful contributions to community health and well-being. The program also offers students flexibility by offering both online and in-the-classroom electives across multiple colleges. Whether you prefer online, in-person or a combination of both, the University of Cincinnati ensures a tailored approach to completing your degree.

The Master of Public Health program was ranked 89th out of 195 public health program and schools by the U.S. News and World Report, 2023.

Why Minor in Public Health?

Unleash your potential in a variety of rewarding public health careers, from empowering communities as a health educator to bridging the gap between health information and diverse audiences as a health communication specialist. Safeguard communities as an environmental health specialist; contribute to infectious disease prevention and management; coordinate disaster preparedness efforts; or manage and enhance healthcare services as a health services administrator. Join the University of Cincinnati's Public Health Minor program and embark on a journey that goes beyond academics—enriching your understanding, expanding your career horizons, and preparing you for a future where you can make a meaningful impact on public health and community well-being.

Apply to our Public Health Minor

The University of Cincinnati’s Public Health minor features an industry-leading experience through a proven curriculum. Interested in learning more? Request more information today!