Online Master of Public Health (MPH)
Advance Your Public Health Career
Earn your online Master of Public Health (MPH) from Norwich University and prepare to lead in health systems, public policy, and emergency response. Designed for working professionals, military-affiliated students, and career changers, our flexible MPH program builds your expertise in public health leadership, health equity, and crisis communication.
Study 100% online with expert faculty, stackable public health certificates, and real-world learning outcomes, backed by Norwich’s 200-year legacy of service and innovation.
- Format: 100% online, asynchronous
- Transfer Credits: Up to 90 accepted
- Military Friendly: Tuition discounts + deployment support
- Accreditation: Regionally accredited by NECHE
Is the MPH program right for me?
Norwich’s online MPH is ideal for professionals seeking to make a greater impact in population health. Whether you're advancing in your field or pivoting into health leadership, you’ll graduate better prepared to lead in a variety of settings.
You may be a good fit if you are:
- A public health practitioner ready to advance
- A nurse, EMT, or healthcare worker moving into population health
- A military professional or veteran transitioning into civilian service
- A career changer called to improve community health outcomes
- A policy, nonprofit, or education leader focused on systemic impact
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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What You’ll Learn
At Norwich, your online Master of Public Health (MPH) blends applied knowledge with leadership training across global, community, and emergency health systems. Whether you’re building on experience in health or service—or preparing to enter a new phase of your career—you’ll develop the skills to lead population health efforts with strategy, ethics, and impact.
You will learn to:
- Assess health needs and design evidence-based public health responses
- Interpret epidemiological data to inform programs and policy
- Communicate risk and health information clearly during crises
- Address health disparities and promote equity across diverse communities
- Lead public health initiatives with ethical, systems-based decision-making
Curriculum Highlights
The online Master of Public Health consists of 12 courses totalling 42 credits and can be completed in as few as one and a half years. Each course is designed for impact, aligned with national public health competencies, and led by experienced faculty.
Topics covered include:
- Foundations of Public Health and Health Systems
- Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Research Ethics
- Health Promotion, Education, and Advocacy
- GlobalHealth Challenges and Solutions
- Disaster Response and Crisis Leadership
Courses are asynchronous, accessible online, and designed for working professionals, with personalized support throughout your academic journey.
Where an MPH Degree Can Take You
The online Master of Public Health from Norwich equips you with the expertise to lead public health initiatives, influence policy, and guide communities through complex health challenges. Whether you're advancing in your current role or preparing for a shift in focus, the online MPH program provides the foundation and flexibility to lead across public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
You can graduate ready to:
- Evaluate and improve population health through applied research
- Design and manage community health programs grounded in evidence
- Communicate health risks with clarity and cultural sensitivity
- Navigate public health systems, policy, and governance structures
- Respond to global health crises with leadership and ethical decision-making
Your skillset—shaped by training in epidemiology, health systems leadership, global health, and crisis management—translates into real-world readiness. Norwich MPH graduates are prepared to pursue roles in local and state health departments, federal agencies like the CDC or HHS, humanitarian organizations, research institutions, and more.
Stackable Public Health Certificates
Prefer to build your Master of Public Health degree in stages? Norwich offers five graduate certificates in public health, each designed to stand alone or stack toward your MPH.
Earn all five plus your practicum and capstone to complete the full online MPH degree.
Certificates available:
- Public Health Foundations
- Healthcare Advocacy & Leadership
- Public Health Promotion & Epidemiology
- Global Health, Research & Practice
- Public Health Disaster Response & Crisis Management
Each public health certificate consists of three graduate-level courses and can be completed in 22 weeks. You may begin with a certificate and then continue into the MPH.
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
Admissions Requirements
To apply for the online Master of Public Health program, you will need:
- A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Completion of the prerequisite courses:
- Statistics
- Environmental science
- Either an anatomy and physiology course, or an introduction to biology course (with or without lab)
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended (including Joint Service Transcripts)
- Transcripts should show successful completion of prerequisite courses
- A completed online application and personal statement
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 Master 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:
- $550 for active-duty military
- $750 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 MPH 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 Master 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.
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Advance your career. Strengthen your community. Join Norwich’s mission-driven public health program today.