Advance your career with online public health programs
Explore CEPH-accredited online programs from Ohio State's College of Public Health
Explore CEPH-accredited online programs from Ohio State's College of Public Health
Master of Public Health Program for Experienced Professionals
Master of Public Health in Biostatistics
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“The MPH in Biostatistics complemented my skills gained in medical training, leading to a positive impact on both my NIH-funded research and evidence-based patient care.”
Katherine Buck Online MPH in Biostatistics Grad -
“This degree will give me more tools to do the work I'm doing with more impact and enable me to better respond to the health needs of the population I serve.”
Akua Amponsah Online MPH-PEP Student -
“I find myself using articles, techniques and strategies I’ve learned in class in my daily work practice. And the best thing is that it happened right away — the first chapter I read, I was taking notes for work, not just for class.”
Heather Thobe Online MPH-PEP Grad '23 -
”This is a very accommodating program that can build your foundation for the current work that you’re doing or help you expand into other areas.”
Paul Matherny Online MPH-PEP Grad '23 -
“I have a better grasp on public health because of the program and am prepared for real-world challenges I face at work on a daily basis.”
Julia Applegate Online MPH-PEP Grad '20
Frequently Asked Questions
The MPH-PEP degree takes a systems approach to leadership and management in public health and health care, equipping professionals with skills in planning, implementing, and leading health strategies to drive sustainable change. The MPH in Biostatistics program focuses on developing expertise in biostatistics, dedicating over half of its curriculum to this specialization.
Courses are offered online in highly interactive formats, including group conversations, presentations, discussions, and lectures. You will connect with peers and instructors through Ohio State’s learning management system, CarmenCanvas, giving you the flexibility to complete assignments while maintaining dynamic connections with your learning community.
While you won’t need to go to campus, some courses may be synchronous, which means there are set meeting times to meet online; however, most courses are asynchronous. Additionally, you’ll complete the Applied Practice Experience (APE), an integral part of the MPH program that allows you to apply what you have learned in the classroom in a public health setting. You’ll work closely with the college to find an experience and then with a public health professional to gain valuable public health experience to meet educational and professional growth goals.
You’ll receive one-on-one guidance from a faculty advisor throughout the online MPH program. You’ll also receive support from the College of Public Health’s student services team, and you’ll have access to various Ohio State resources to help you succeed academically, provide career mentorship, and develop your professional interests.
Yes, you can transfer up to six credits toward a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree at Ohio State. That includes 100% online programs such as the MPH Program for Experienced Professionals or MPH in Biostatistics. However, completion of the certificate program does not guarantee admission to the graduate program.
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