Masters in Public Health

Recommended GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0

Evidence of undergraduate major or coursework that prepares students for graduate work as attested to on transcripts.

Three (3) letters of recommendation. Ideally, at least 2 letters are from instructors who have had you in the classroom. The letters should speak to your written and verbal abilities, your class participation and work ethic, and your preparedness for graduate study. It may be useful to send them your personal statement which will help them focus on specific areas. A 3rd letter can be from another instructor, academic adviser, or from a professional reference (internship supervisor, volunteer coordinator, or work supervisor, especially if you’ve worked in public health). A professional letter of recommendation should speak to your performance in the position, your written and verbal abilities, and your work ethic. We do not want “character letters” (e.g. letter from your pastor indicating what a good person you are). We strongly encourage you to “waive” your letters of recommendation. Waiving allows your recommender to make a comprehensive appraisal of your strengths and weaknesses. If you do not trust your recommender to write you a fair letter, then they probably are a poor choice.

A personal statement that addresses the following prompts: Describe how your background, education, profession, or other experiences have influenced your interest in public health. Briefly summarize your skills in the following areas using specific examples tied to either your experience or previous coursework: Communication (written/verbal) Quantitative (math/statistics) Analytic/reasoning/problem-solving Describe your short and long-term career goals. How will an MPH degree from UNC Charlotte help you achieve your professional goals? Describe which of the UNC Charlotte MPH concentrations most closely aligns with your background and future career goals. If necessary, discuss any special academic circumstances or other considerations that may aid the MPH Admissions Committee in reviewing your application.

Your most recent resume.

IELTS/TOEFL/DET