Why Public Health at Mason?

Learn more about Mason’s nationally-recognized graduate programs in public health.

Research News

The Washington Post: College research cited in an article on Scotland offering free period products in bid to end period poverty
August 16, 2022
WKBN27: Dr. Kenneth Griffin’s research on hybrid substance abuse program, developed by National Health Promotion Associates, could decrease teen drug use, according to new study
August 4, 2022
FOX5: Dr. Kenneth Griffin’s research on hybrid substance abuse program, developed by National Health Promotion Associates, could decrease teen drug use, according to new study
August 4, 2022
FOX4 (Kansas City): Dr. Kenneth Griffin’s research on hybrid substance abuse program, developed by National Health Promotion Associates, could decrease teen drug use, according to new study
August 4, 2022
Fox 5 (Washington D.C., video): Dr. Amira Roess discusses monkeypox
July 27, 2022

Mason’s Master of Public Health is a Top Value, According to the Wall Street Journal

When compared to nearby programs, graduates of Mason’s MPH program offer one of the best debt-to-income ratios two years post-graduation and the best in the state. Read More>>

Virginia's First PhD in Public Health

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The College is pleased to announce its new PhD in Public Health degree program with concentrations in Epidemiology and Social and Behavioral Sciences. The College will enroll the inaugural cohort of doctoral students in Spring 2021. Learn more.

Be Part of the Population Health Center, the Intersection of Academics and Practice

Become involved in:

. Interprofessional clinical care for underserved populations

. Research of consequence to improve the public’s health

. Learning and development opportunities for practitioners and students

CEPH-Accredited Programs

. We are proud to offer the only CEPH-accredited bachelor’s degree in Virginia.

. Our BS in Global Health, MPH and MS in Global Health, and PhD in Public Health are all CEPH-accredited

. The benefits of earning a public health degree from an accredited program include consideration for select opportunities such as employment, fellowships, and advanced credentials

Improve Population Health and Well-Being Locally, Nationally, and Globally

. Address social and behavioral factors affecting community health domestically and abroad

. Protect the health of all people by working to change policy and implement programs to promote healthy behaviors, communities, and environments

Prepare for a Career in Public Health Minutes from the Nation’s Capital

. Study in one of the most important political, intellectual, and economics hubs in the world

. Complete an internship or practicum in or near the nation’s capital with a federal agency, a public health department, a private sector consulting firm, or a non-governmental health organization

Help Solve Global Health Challenges

. Investigate emerging infectious diseases

. Solve today’s public health challenges through research and practice

. Develop the skills needed to be culturally competent in the public health workforce

Enroll in Accredited and Nationally Recognized Programs

. George Mason ranked #16 top school for a public health college degree by College Factuals

. George Mason ranked best college in Virginia for degrees in health professions by College Factuals

. Master of Public Health accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)