Graduate Programs Overview
The University of Maryland’s School of Public Health is one of the nation’s leading research universities and is well-positioned to advance and translate public health knowledge to improve health and well-being. It is the only accredited school of public health at a public university in the Washington, DC/Maryland/Virginia region, offering an affordable education with outstanding professional development opportunities.
The School of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Students are eligible to take the National Board of Public Health Examiners exam to become Certified in Public Health (CPH) after completing all the core principles of public health courses within the master's programs.
The School of Public Health offers the following online graduate programs. Designed for working professionals, students may earn a University of Maryland degree while continuing to work full-time with minimal disruption to personal and professional life. Full-time or part-time study is welcomed.