Department
Public Health
Prepare to be a catalyst for change to improve the health and well-being of individuals, communities and populations.
One Degree, Many Paths
Samford’s Department of Public Health educates students with an interprofessional approach to practice and research. The need for public health professionals is overwhelming and growing annually.
As a graduate, whether you go on to begin your career or to continue your education, you’ll be part of the new generation of public health professionals who are prepared to face the emerging challenges to human health from a population perspective.
Pursue Your Calling.
Prepare for a Fulfilling Career.
At Samford, we prepare students to be catalysts for change, improving the health and well-being in the lives of individuals, communities and populations.
Degrees
Take the next step toward a career in public health.
- BS in Public Health
- Public Health Minor
- Fast-track Master of Public Health
- Online Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
- Joint Doctor of Pharmacy/MPH
- Joint Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine/MPH*
- Joint Master of Social Work/MPH
Career Pathways
The opportunities in the field of public health are vast, offering numerous career options and specialties like:
- Public health practitioner
- Epidemiologist
- Health care manager
- Nonprofit manager or director
- Public health educator
- Disaster and emergency specialist
Hallmarks of Public Health at Samford
Christian Mission
Study in an environment where your faith will be fostered and integrated into discussions related to science, community health and social determinants.
Faculty Mentorship
Our faculty are readily available to you, no matter the distance or format, building mentoring relationships that last years beyond graduation.
Online Excellence
The department offers two graduate degrees, fully online, integrating the latest technology and innovative practices to optimize learning from wherever you need to be.
