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Public Health Schools and MPH Programs in Iowa
Iowa students interested in public health can choose from two CEPH-accredited MPH options: the University of Iowa College of Public Health and Des Moines University’s MPH program. The University of Iowa offers graduate training across core public health areas, while Des Moines University provides a flexible, applied MPH pathway. For prospective students, CEPH accreditation is an important first filter because it indicates that a program meets nationally recognized public health education standards.
Sponsored Online MPH Programs
| Institution & Program | Study Length | Test requirement |
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| As few as 20 months | No GRE required | |
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Master of Public Health (MPH) Programs in Iowa
| Institution & Program | Delivery Mode | Location | Study Length | Test requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical CenterMaster of Public Health | Online | West Des Moines, IA | 2 years | No GRE required |
University of IowaMaster of Public Health | In-Person | Iowa City, IA | 2 years | No GRE required |
University of IowaMaster of Public Health | Online | Iowa City, IA | 2 years | No GRE required |
Iowa residents pursuing an MPH have two CEPH-accredited in-state options: Des Moines University and the University of Iowa. Des Moines University offers a 100% online MPH with concentrations in epidemiology, public health administration and policy, and public health practice. The University of Iowa offers MPH training through its College of Public Health, with study areas including biostatistics, epidemiology, community and behavioral health, health management and policy, and occupational and environmental health; it also offers flexible options for certain practicing professionals. Students who want a fully online MPH or a concentration not available in Iowa may also want to compare CEPH-accredited online MPH programs in other states.
Public Health Careers Outlook in Iowa
The outlook for public health careers in Iowa varies by job and location. Iowa's health specialties professors earn a median salary of $128,490, well above the national median of $107,310, making it a standout occupation in the state. Health educators and health information technologists also outpace national medians, at $75,750 and $80,600 respectively. Medical and health services managers/healthcare administrators command the highest overall median salary at $101,940 and are projected to see the strongest job growth nationally at 29% through 2034. The table below shows the demand and earning potential for public health careers in Iowa, based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025).
Job Title | Median Annual Salary in IA (May 2025) | Median Annual Salary in U.S. (May 2025) | Projected Job Growth in U.S., 2024-2034 |
|---|---|---|---|
Biostatisticians | $80,150 | $105,650 | 8% |
Health Specialties Professors | $128,490 | $107,310 | 4% |
Environmental Health Specialists | $78,780 | $82,220 | 7% |
Epidemiologists | $79,880 | $87,220 | 16% |
Medical and Health Services Managers/Healthcare Administrators | $101,940 | $123,860 | 29% |
Health Educators | $75,750 | $64,070 | 7% |
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $87,830 | $90,150 | 6% |
Medical Records Specialists | $50,640 | $51,140 | 9% |
Dietitians and Nutritionists | $72,690 | $76,400 | 7% |
Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars | $80,600 | $68,020 | 17% |
*Estimate not released by BLS for this occupation in Iowa.
Information last updated June 2026, using May 2025 BLS OEWS data. Job growth projections from BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034.
Sponsored Online Public Health Programs
| Institution & Program | Study Length | Test requirement |
|---|---|---|
| As few as 20 months | No GRE required | |
| As few as 12 months | No GRE required | |
| 36 months | No GRE required | |
| As few as 24 months | No GRE required | |
Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Institute of Health ProfessionsMasters of Health Administration Ad | 12-24 Months | No GMAT or GRE required |
Information last updated: June 2026