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Public Health Schools and MPH Programs in Kentucky
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 careers 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.
Sponsored Online MPH Programs
| Institution & Program | Study Length | Test requirement |
|---|---|---|
| As few as 20 months | No GRE required | |
| As few as 12 months | No GRE required |
Master of Public Health (MPH) Programs in Kentucky
| Institution & Program | Delivery Mode | Location | Study Length | Test requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
University of LouisvilleMaster of Public Health | Online | Louisville, KY | 2 years | No GRE required |
University of KentuckyMaster of Public Health | In-Person | Lexington, KY | 2 years | No GRE required |
Western Kentucky UniversityMaster of Public Health | In-Person | Bowling Green, KY | 2 years | No GRE required |
Western Kentucky UniversityMaster of Public Health | Online | Bowling Green, KY | 2 years | No GRE required |
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.
Public Health Careers Outlook in Kentucky
Kentucky's public health careers vary by position and location. Notably, biostatisticians in Kentucky earn a median salary of $112,520, which exceeds the national median of $105,650 — making it one of the stronger states for this occupation. Medical and health services managers/healthcare administrators are the highest-paid overall at $103,450 and are projected to see the greatest job growth nationally at 29% through 2034. 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).
Job Title | Median Annual Salary in KY (May 2025) | Median Annual Salary in U.S. (May 2025) | Projected Job Growth in U.S., 2024-2034 |
|---|---|---|---|
Biostatisticians | $112,520 | $105,650 | 8% |
Health Specialties Professors | $83,680 | $107,310 | 4% |
Environmental Health Specialists | $71,040 | $82,220 | 7% |
Epidemiologists | $78,810 | $87,220 | 16% |
Medical and Health Services Managers/Healthcare Administrators | $103,450 | $123,860 | 29% |
Health Educators | $65,370 | $64,070 | 7% |
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $83,730 | $90,150 | 6% |
Medical Records Specialists | $48,410 | $51,140 | 9% |
Dietitians and Nutritionists | $69,520 | $76,400 | 7% |
Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars | $49,330 | $68,020 | 17% |
*Estimate not released by BLS for this occupation in Kentucky.
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