Online Master of Public Health

The FIU's online MPH is structured to balance flexibility with academic rigor.

Delivery format

• 100% online
• Flexible course times and deadlines
• Full-time and part-time enrollment options
• Designed for working professionals
• Practicum options

Students complete a total of 42 graduate credit hours and may progress at a pace aligned with professional and personal commitments.

Flexible completion timelines

The online MPH program has a flexible time to completion. Depending on enrollment, students can complete the program in as little as one year or at their own pace. 

Practicum options

All online MPH students complete PHC 6945 Practicum in Public Health (200 hours). Students with three or more years of relevant public health experience may request a field experience waiver with an approved 3-credit substitute course to maintain the total 45-credit program requirement.

FIU's online MPH is designed for individuals seeking broad preparation in public health, including:

• Working professionals balancing employment and graduate study
• Career changers entering public health or health-adjacent fields
• Clinicians and healthcare workers seeking population-level training
• Professionals pursuing leadership, policy, or community health roles

By emphasizing foundational competencies rather than specialization, the program supports long-term career versatility across evolving public health roles.

FIU’s online Master of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), the recognized accrediting body for public health programs in the United States. Accreditation confirms that the program meets national standards for public health education and is required for many public health careers and credentials.

As a CEPH-accredited MPH program, FIU’s online MPH is included in national graduate program rankings and public health program listings, including:

• U.S. News & World Report – Best Public Health Schools (Ranked 36th among public universities, 2025)
• PublicHealth.org – Best Master of Public Health Programs (Ranked 11th nationally, 2024)

FIU’s online MPH is a generalist program, meaning students are trained to work across public health systems rather than within a single specialization. The curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary thinking, applied public health practice, and population-level analysis.

The interdisciplinary courses in the online MPH program include:

• PHC 6102 Health Policy in a Global Context
• PHC 6410 Health Behavior and Public Health
• PHC 6055 Data Management and Applied Epidemiologic Analysis
• PHC 6113 Community Health Promotion Planning and Research
• PHC 6104 Public Health Management and Leadership
• PHC 6600 Health Promotion Communication
• PHC 6374 Environmental Disasters
• PHC 6412 Health Promotion in Culturally Diverse Communities

View a complete list of FIU’s online MPH program courses on the Robert Stempel College of Public Health & Social Work website.

FIU’s online MPH program offers a single, affordable tuition rate with no in-state or out-of-state price differences. Tuition is $27,000.

Financial Aid and Scholarship Options

In addition to the affordable tuition, FIU online MPH students may apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Online MPH students are also eligible for several public health-focused scholarships listed on the Robert Stempel College of Public Health & Social Work website.

FIU students can also explore scholarships through Academic Works, the university’s scholarship matching platform available after matriculation. Additional scholarship search resources include FastWeb and BigFuture by the College Board.

Florida Board of Governors Tuition Disclosure

Thanks to the Florida Board of Governors Regulation 8.002, students have the opportunity to review a side-by-side comparison of traditional and market-rate tuition using FIU’s tuition and fees comparison tool.

Applicants to the online MPH program are expected to meet FIU’s general graduate admission requirements. However, meeting minimum requirements does not necessarily guarantee admission.

Minimum eligibility

• A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or from an internationally recognized institution that prepares students for graduate-level study
• Minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 upper-level undergraduate credits
• International graduate applicants who are not native English speakers must submit an English proficiency test score that meets FIU requirements. 
• No GRE required.

Application Process

Applications are submitted through SOPHAS, the centralized public health application service administered by the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH). In addition, applicants must complete the FIU Graduate Admissions Supplemental Application.

Required applicant materials

• SOPHAS application
• Current resume
• Statement of purpose outlining career goals
• Three letters of recommendation
• Official transcripts from all institutions attended
• FIU Graduate Admissions Supplemental Application

International Applicants

International students are welcome to apply to the online MPH program. Additional requirements may include proof of English language proficiency and submission of official transcripts with credential evaluation.

For a full overview of application steps, required documents, and deadlines, visit FIU’s graduate international admissions requirements page.

Transcript Submission

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Is FIU’s online MPH fully online?
Yes. All coursework is delivered online with no on-campus requirements.

Is this a generalist MPH?
Yes. The program is a generalist MPH designed to build broad public health competencies.

Why generalist?
A generalist MPH is better suited to real-world public health work because it emphasizes interdisciplinary practice over limited specialization.

How many credits are required?
42 credit hours.

Do I need to attend virtual scheduled classes?
No. Courses are delivered asynchronously with no required live class meetings.

Will my diploma say “online degree”?
No. The diploma is identical to that of on-campus MPH graduates.

Is there an out-of-state tuition rate?
No. Tuition is charged at a flat rate regardless of residency.

How much does the program cost?
$27,000 total tuition and fees.

Is a practicum required?
Yes, but a field experience waiver is available, too.

Do I need the GRE?
No. The GRE is not required.