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Shaping the future of public health
4 creative programmes nurturing transferable skills
4 creative programmes nurturing transferable skills
Public health experts have never been in greater demand in the US. As life expectancy increases and chronic diseases continue to disproportionately impact certain segments of the population the City University of New York Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy (CUNY SPH) is stepping up to meet these challenges head-on. Here, CUNY SPH students gain the knowledge, skills, and tools to improve health outcomes, advocate for equity, and tackle global public health challenges.
92%
of students rate their professor as excellent, very good, or good
#1
public school of public health in the New York tri-state area
#1
in Asia (QS World University Rankings 2024)
#8
8 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2024)
1
year to complete Master of Arts
Affordable, flexible, and experiential programmes
MPH in Epidemiology and Biostatistics
In the MPH in Epidemiology & Biostatistics, you’ll learn to improve urban health through two concentrations. Epidemiology students focus on designing studies and solving health issues in communities. Biostatistics students, on the other hand, learn to analyse and interpret public health data using statistical tools.
Where CUNY SPH graduates go
40% work in hospitals
17% join consulting, biotech, or health IT firms
23% serve in government roles
7% join foundations or NGOs
12% contribute to academia
MPH in Health Policy and Management
The MPH in Health Policy and Management is your pathway to becoming a leader in public health advocacy. The programme explores the financial side of health policy, where you’ll explore issues through a social justice perspective and advocate for policies that strengthen population health.
Where CUNY SPH graduates go
45% work in hospitals or managed care organisations
9% join consulting, health insurance, marketing, biotech, and health IT firms
16% serve in government roles
21% join NGOs or trade associations
8% contribute to academia
MPH in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences
With the MPH in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, you'll gain the skills to manage environmental and workplace health risks. It has four areas of specialisation: climate change and health preparedness, environmental and occupational epidemiology, geospatial environmental health, and occupational health and safety. Your academic advisor can help you develop a study plan that suits your goals.
Where CUNY SPH graduates go
30% work in hospitals and health insurance firms
27% join consulting, health insurance, and biotech firms
19% serve in government roles
6% join foundations or NGOs
14% contribute to academia
MS in Health Communication for Social Change
The MS in Health Communication for Social Change is the only fully online programme of its kind offered by a CEPH-accredited school of public health. You’ll apply human-centred strategies to tackle real-world public health issues, tailoring your communication for diverse audiences and improving cultural understanding.
Where CUNY SPH graduates go
The MS in Health Communication for Social Change opens doors to various career opportunities. You can land positions in local, state, and county health departments, advertising and marketing agencies, as well as in NGOs and philanthropic organisations.
PhD in Community Health and Health Policy
The PhD in Community Health and Health Policy (CHHP) focuses on policies that influence the health of communities. You will draw on different methods to research and guide the planning, running, and evaluation of community health projects.
Where CUNY SPH graduates go
14% work in hospitals and other settings
17% join consulting, biotech, or health IT firm
19% serve in government roles
25% join foundations, NGOs, trade associations or similar nonprofits
25% contribute to academia
Hear from students
“The school helped me to grow in a lot of ways, particularly in championing social justice and health equity. I feel better prepared to contribute to sexual reproductive health, both professionally and in my community, empowering others through collective care. I'll always remember my time at SPH as a turning point for me.
Noli Vega
MPH in Community Health, graduate
“This fully online programme fits my lifestyle as a full-time health department employee. I can interact with classmates from the US and internationally, learning about global public health perspectives. As I approach graduation, I’m excited to start a new role as a communication specialist, applying my skills in environmental health, public health, and social marketing.”
Ranita Campbell
MS in Health Communication for Social Change, student
“I’m a Subregional Safety Manager at Amazon, overseeing safety specialists at delivery stations. Earning my master’s degree helped me stand out and secure this role, especially as the field evolved dramatically post-COVID. While attending CUNY SPH, I balanced my full-time work with evening classes and gained valuable fieldwork experience. I believe the diverse opportunities and strong community I found there, including lasting relationships with mentors and peers, played a major role in my success.”
Apeksha Vora
MPH in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, graduate
“CUNY SPH has impacted my life because we get to work with people from diverse communities. The professors are very nice. They share many career skills, such as how to build up your resume, how to network, how to find jobs, and how to further your career. If you are considering applying to CUNY SPH, you should take the step today and apply because it's one of the best and most affordable schools in New York City.”
Kosisochukwu Okonkwo
MPH in Health Policy and Management
“After moving to New York and teaching for eight years, I decided to shift careers and pursue an MPH at CUNY SPH. The programme's flexibility allowed me to balance my job with evening classes, making the transition easier. CUNY SPH’s practical approach to public health helped me secure an applied epidemiology fellowship at the NYC Department of Health. Now, working in the Foodborne, Waterborne, and Environmental Health Education unit, I find it incredibly rewarding to contribute to improving public health.”
Johnny Croft
MPH in Epidemiology and Biostatistics
“After moving to New York and teaching for eight years, I decided to shift careers and pursue an MPH at CUNY SPH. The programme's flexibility allowed me to balance my job with evening classes, making the transition easier. CUNY SPH’s practical approach to public health helped me secure an applied epidemiology fellowship at the NYC Department of Health. Now, working in the Foodborne, Waterborne, and Environmental Health Education unit, I find it incredibly rewarding to contribute to improving public health.”
Johnny Croft
MPH in Epidemiology and Biostatistics
“CUNY SPH has impacted my life because we get to work with people from diverse communities. The professors are very nice. They share many career skills, such as how to build up your resume, how to network, how to find jobs, and how to further your career. If you are considering applying to CUNY SPH, you should take the step today and apply because it's one of the best and most affordable schools in New York City.”
Kosisochukwu Okonkwo
MPH in Health Policy and Management
“I’m a Subregional Safety Manager at Amazon, overseeing safety specialists at delivery stations. Earning my master’s degree helped me stand out and secure this role, especially as the field evolved dramatically post-COVID. While attending CUNY SPH, I balanced my full-time work with evening classes and gained valuable fieldwork experience. I believe the diverse opportunities and strong community I found there, including lasting relationships with mentors and peers, played a major role in my success.”
Apeksha Vora
MPH in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, graduate
“This fully online programme fits my lifestyle as a full-time health department employee. I can interact with classmates from the US and internationally, learning about global public health perspectives. As I approach graduation, I’m excited to start a new role as a communication specialist, applying my skills in environmental health, public health, and social marketing.”
Ranita Campbell
MS in Health Communication for Social Change, student
“The school helped me to grow in a lot of ways, particularly in championing social justice and health equity. I feel better prepared to contribute to sexual reproductive health, both professionally and in my community, empowering others through collective care. I'll always remember my time at SPH as a turning point for me.”
Noli Vega
MPH in Community Health, graduate
A rewarding education awaits at CUNY SPH