Online Bachelor of Public Health (BPH)
Enhance Your Impact in Public Health
Advance your career with Norwich University's online Bachelor of Public Health (BPH)—a flexible, career-focused degree designed for working adults, military professionals, and mission-driven learners. Study on your schedule while gaining practical tools in disease prevention, emergency response, and health communication.
- Format: 100% online, asynchronous
- Transfer Credits: Up to 90 accepted
- Military Friendly: Tuition discounts + deployment support
- Accreditation: Regionally accredited by NECHE
Is the BPH degree right for me?
- This program is ideal for:
- Professionals working in health, emergency services, or the military
- First-time college students seeking meaningful careers
- Career changers entering public health or healthcare
- Those preparing for graduate study in public health, healthcare administration, or emergency management
What You’ll Learn
At Norwich, your online Bachelor of Public Health (BPH) combines practical tools with real-world faculty experience in military medicine, emergency management, healthcare, and community leadership. Whether you're just beginning your career or already have professional experience, you'll graduate better prepared to lead across sectors and improve health outcomes.
You will learn to:
- Design, implement, and evaluate public health programs
- Communicate effectively across diverse populations with cultural competency
- Analyze and apply public health data to shape policy and programs
- Collaborate across agencies in emergency preparedness and disaster response
- Make ethical decisions and lead with integrity in complex environments
Curriculum Highlights
Our 120-credit BPH degree includes public health and healthcare management core courses, along with general education and electives. Topics span:
- Foundations of Public Health
- Epidemiology and Biostatistics
- Cultural Competency in Health Care
- Health Policy and Advocacy
- Disaster Planning and Emergency Response
- Research Methods and Critical Thinking
Courses are asynchronous and designed to fit your schedule, taught by expert faculty who bring frontline insight from health, emergency services, and policy sectors.
Take Your Next Step
Connect with an advisor to discuss career outcomes, curriculum, and get your questions answered.
Take Your Next Step
Connect with an advisor to discuss career outcomes, curriculum, and get your questions answered.
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Where a BPH Degree Can Take You
The online Bachelor of Public Health from Norwich can equip you with the tools to lead and collaborate across health systems, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. Whether your goal is to shape public policy, manage health programs, or support communities during crises, the online BPH degree prepares you to step into roles that make a real difference.
- You can graduate ready to:
- Improve health outcomes through data-driven decision-making
- Communicate effectively with diverse populations
- Navigate complex health systems and respond ethically in high-stakes environments
- Reduce risk at the local, national, and global levels
Your skillset—shaped by training in public health planning, crisis communication, cultural competency, and policy analysis—translates into real-world readiness across sectors. With this preparation, Norwich graduates can step confidently into roles at local health departments, federal agencies, NGOs, and disaster response organizations, or continue their education through advanced degrees like the MPH.
Graduate with a Certificate in Response Planning
In addition to the online Bachelor of Public Health, Norwich offers a 12-credit, online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Response Planning for Health, Wellness and Disease Prevention. This specialized credential helps you stand out in the public health field by demonstrating advanced training in emergency preparedness, disease prevention, and disaster response, critical areas for keeping communities safe. The certificate is available as a standalone program for students who meet prerequisite requirements or can be completed alongside your BPH degree to deepen your impact in the field.
Online Learning, Designed for You
Norwich’s public health degrees are built for working professionals, career changers, and service members seeking a flexible, respected degree. All courses are asynchronous allowing you to learn on your schedule, wherever you are.
You’ll join a mission-driven community grounded in service, resilience, and lifelong learning, supported by faculty who bring practical insight into every course.
What to Expect
- Support from academic and tech advisors
- Veteran and military student support
- Mobile-friendly learning platform
Admission Requirements
At Norwich University, we are committed to supporting you throughout your educational journey. Our admissions process is designed to be straightforward and accommodating, especially for working professionals, military personnel, and career changers.
To apply for the online Bachelor of Public Health program, you will need:
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions, including Joint Service Transcripts if applicable
- A completed online application form
Note: No entrance exams are required.
Application Process
- Submit your application: Complete the online application form.
- Provide transcripts: Send official transcripts from all previously attended institutions.
- Await admission decision: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Enroll: Upon acceptance, our team will guide you through the enrollment process.
We recommend submitting your application at least 4–6 weeks before your intended start date to ensure a smooth enrollment process.
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Tuition and Financial Aid
Norwich’s online Bachelor of Public Health is designed to deliver exceptional value, offering competitive tuition, transfer credit options, and meaningful savings for military-affiliated students.
- Cost per credit:
- $250 for active-duty military
- $500 for non-military students
- Transfer credit: Reduce time and cost by applying previous academic or military experience
- Financial aid: Federal aid, scholarships, and employer reimbursement available
We’re committed to helping you earn a respected public health degree without financial barriers.
A Tradition of Serving Those Who Serve
At Norwich, we’re proud of our strong military heritage, and we understand the unique needs of military personnel, military spouses, and first responders. That’s why we’ve tailored our program to meet your needs.
Our discounted tuition rates and dedicated military support help ensure that you can receive the best possible education, regardless of your background.
For non-military individuals, our online BPH program offers an opportunity to learn from experienced faculty and gain valuable skills in the public health field.
Why Choose Norwich?
Founded in 1819, Norwich University is the nation’s oldest private military college and a trusted pioneer in online education for over two decades.
Our online Bachelor of Public Health is built on Norwich’s core values of integrity, service, and impact, and is designed to help professionals lead in times of need.
Expert Faculty
Learn from instructors with experience in military medicine, public health systems, and crisis response.
Mission-Driven, Flexible Learning
100% online, asynchronous courses tailored for working adults, veterans, and career changers.
Accredited and Respected
Regionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and consistently ranked among the nation’s top military-friendly schools.
Trusted by Service Members
Norwich proudly supports active-duty and veteran students with flexible policies and dedicated guidance.
Affordable and Accessible
Competitive tuition rates, transfer-friendly credit options, and tuition discounts for military and family.
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Accreditation and Rankings
Norwich University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.).
Norwich University is ranked in the top 7% for “Best Net Present Value” among the 4,529 schools ranked in Georgetown University's “A First Try at ROI” study.
Our 200-year legacy as the nation's oldest private military college and the birthplace of the ROTC speaks to our commitment to providing a high-quality education that prepares graduates for success in their chosen fields.
Take your next step towards an exciting and rewarding career in public health by applying to our Bachelor of Public Health program. Your future awaits.
Ready to Get Started?
Advance your career. Strengthen your community. Join Norwich’s mission-driven public health program today.