Students interested in improving community health and addressing public health challenges may consider earning a Master of Public Health (MPH). Kentucky offers several CEPH-accredited public health programs for students considering careers in the field.  Additionally, Kentucky is home to several public health-related careers that are projected to grow in the coming years, including roles in epidemiology, health education, and health services management. Read on to learn more about these MPH programs and job opportunities.

Kentucky’s CEPH-accredited MPH programs offer both on-campus and online options, with focus areas such as epidemiology, biostatistics, health promotion, health policy, public health practice, and environmental or occupational health. Online MPH programs can be a strong fit for working professionals who want to build public health skills while staying in their current roles, while campus-based programs may appeal to students who prefer in-person learning, local networking, or hands-on experiences near the university. Prospective students should review each program’s current format, curriculum, concentration options, credit requirements, and accreditation status before applying.

Kentucky’s public health careers vary by position and location.  The table below shows the demand and earning potential for public health careers in Kentucky, based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025).

Information last updated: May 2026

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University and Program Name	Study Length	Test Requirement	Number of Credits
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Master of Public Health (MPH) info AD	As few as 20 months	No GRE Required	42
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