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About UMD Public Health

The University of Maryland School of Public Health was established in 2007 to advance a better state of health for the diverse populations of Maryland and beyond. We are proud to offer more than 30 academic programs and to be accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. 

Our faculty and students are driven by a passion to break down the barriers that keep people, families, communities and populations from attaining optimum health and wellness. Through our research, we are committed to finding new and better ways to promote health, prevent disease and prolong active, high-quality lives. 

As a top-ranked School of Public Health at one of the nation’s leading research universities, we're at the forefront of research and education to advance and share public health knowledge to improve health and well-being.

UMD SPH at a Glance

2,200+
Undergraduates
500+
Graduate Students
250+
Faculty and Staff

Large enough to fit your interests, Small enough to feel like home

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Top Tier Academics

  • Ranked in the Top 25 of Schools of Public Health
  • Ranked in the Top 12 at Public Universities*

* Source: US News and World Report, 2024

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Inclusive & Expansive Community

  • More than half of SPH students are people of color
  • Research partnerships and learning opportunities span across Maryland and around the world
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Cutting-Edge Learning Across Public Health

  • 40+ innovative labs
  • More than 30 academic programs
  • More than $22 million in research funding