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Departments & Units Undergraduate Degrees Master's Degrees Doctoral Degrees Dual Degrees Certificates Online Graduate Programs Advising & Resources
Why UMD Public Health Prospective Undergraduate Students Graduate Admissions Non-Degree Seeking Students Tuition & Aid Request Information Visit SPH
Research Centers Laboratories, Projects and Programs Research Hub Policy Reports Innovation AI for Public Health Public Health Research Day U21 Health Research Exchange (HREx) The SPH Happiness and Wellness Initiative
Faculty & Staff School Leadership Alumni Community
Career Exploration Mentorship Professional Development Internships Student Research Opportunities Student Organizations, Honor Societies and Honor Programs Advising & Academic Resources Delta Omega Public Health Honorary Society Peace Corps Prep Program Fund Your Idea Public Health Practice & Community Engagement
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Graduate Programs

Training the Next Generation of Public Health Leaders

Ranked #17 nationally, the Department of Behavioral and Community Health equips future public health practitioners, leaders, and scholars with the knowledge and skills to advance health equity and strengthen communities. We offer an in-person and an online MPH program, as well as an in-person doctoral program, grounded in applied training across qualitative and quantitative methods, health communication, health literacy, and health behavior change. Flexible options for full- and part-time students and funding opportunities make our programs accessible and impactful.

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Accelerated BS/MPH Program

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Master of Public Health, Behavioral and Community Health (In Person & Online)

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Doctor of Philosophy, Behavioral and Community Health

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Take the Next Step

As a member of the Department of Behavioral and Community Health, you will be a part of the effort to build healthier and socially just communities through participating in experiential courses, innovative research and community service. Join our program!

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301-405-2438