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375

Northeastern University Boston

United States

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Explore the complex factors that affect the health and well-being of populations.

The PhD Program in Population Health at Northeastern University integrates interdisciplinary education and experiential learning opportunities to train students to become public health researchers and leaders who understand the complex factors that affect the health and well-being of populations. The program has:

Close mentoring by distinguished faculty
A focus on solution-based, innovative research
Specialized training in critical population health topics

Duration

60 Months

Median Salary

$55,000

Ranking

#375

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Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Class Profile

Class Size

Average Age

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$55,000 / year

Graduation Rate

89%

Prospective Job Roles

Clinical Microbiologist

Emergency Management Specialist

Health Policy Analyst

Epidemiologist

Medical Director

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Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include Epidemiologist, Health Policy Analyst, Clinical Microbiologist, Medical Director, Emergency Management Specialist, Biostatistician, Clinical Data Analyst.

At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

At least 18 years of bachelor degree.

English Proficiency Tests

IELTS
7
TOEFL
100

Standardised Test Score

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 100

Application Deadlines

	Standard Deadline
Fall	Dec 6, 2024

Fees and Funding

Overall Cost

$26,250 / year

Funding Options

Department Funding

External Sources - Scholarships

FAQs

Submission of GRE test scores is optional. TOEFL or IELTS scores are required from all international applicants who have not earned an undergraduate or graduate degree in the Unites States or in a country where English is the primary language. Fluency in English is integral to success of graduate students in our program. Guidelines for submitting a request to waiver the TOEFL/IELTS requirement are outlined in the Admissions section.
No, our program does not have specific requirements with regard to classes applicants must take or have taken prior to applying. However, the majority of the students in the program enter with a previous master’s degree.
Our program offers graduate assistantships for doctoral students, which cover tuition and include a yearly stipend in exchange for 20 hours of work each week. You do not need to do anything further than submitting your application to the Program to be considered for a graduate assistantship.
Certain required classes (for example, introductory classes in Biostatistics and Epidemiology) can be waived if you’ve taken equivalent classes in previous graduate programs. Course waivers will be determined on a case-by-case basis once a student is accepted and officially matriculates into the PhD program. Please note: course waivers do not substitute for the 33-credit requirement. Students can enroll in elective courses to meet the requirement.