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Public Health Schools and MPH Programs in Pennsylvania
Public health is a field that can potentially increase public awareness of vulnerability and disease, which is what all residents deserve. There are many public health programs available at all degree levels in Pennsylvania, but the most common one is some variation/concentration of the Master of Public Health (MPH) program. There are 3 schools in Pennsylvania that offer accredited MPH programs from the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Depending on the school and concentration, these MPH programs are available on campus, online, or in both formats, with a variety of concentrations. Unsurprisingly, public health careers in Pennsylvania are booming. BLS shows strong national growth in some public-health-adjacent roles (example: medical & health services managers projected 23% growth, 2024–2034).
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Master of Public Health (MPH) Programs in Pennsylvania
| Institution & Program | Delivery Mode | Location | Study Length | Test requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Arcadia UniversityMaster of Public Health | In-Person | Glenside, PA | 2 years | No GRE required |
Drexel UniversityMaster of Public Health | In-Person | Philadelphia, PA | 1+ years | No GRE required |
East Stroudsburg UniversityMaster of Public Health in Community Health | In-Person | East Stroudsburg, PA | 2+ years | GMAT, GRE |
Lasalle UniversityMaster of Public Health | In-Person | Philadelphia, PA | 2+ years | No GRE required |
University of PennsylvaniaMaster of Public Health | In-Person | Philadelphia, PA | — | No GRE required |
Temple UniversityMaster of Public Health | In-Person | Philadelphia, PA | 2+ years | No GRE required |
Temple UniversityMaster of Public Health | Online | Philadelphia, PA | 3 years | No GRE required |
Thomas Jefferson UniversityMaster of Public Health | In-Person | Philadelphia, PA | 2+ years | No GRE required |
University of PittsburghMaster of Public Health | In-Person | Pittsburgh, PA | 2 years | No GRE required |
At these universities above, students can choose specializations that allow them to work on international issues, such as global health, as well as smaller-scale health-related disciplines, such as health policy and management. Depending on your individual interests, you may find different specializations available that are more fitting for your personality. CEPH accreditation is another important component to consider when choosing a degree program. Accreditation provides assurance of quality, which is vital for careers that require licensure or for students who may want to move forward into doctoral level programs in the future. As mentioned above, there are 11 CEPH-accredited MPH programs in Pennsylvania for students to choose from.
Meanwhile, online MPH programs are growing in popularity all over the country. If you are one of the many students interested in trying this option out for your degree, Pennsylvania has options for you.
Public Health Careers Outlook in Pennsylvania
Epidemiologists in the state of Pennsylvania are tasked with working hard to better educate the public. It is up to these professionals to develop helpful prevention practices that can protect the public from acquiring and spreading diseases within their areas. If you might be interested in being a part of this dynamic field within public health, degree programs are available in several public health schools across Pennsylvania.
Compared to national trends, public health careers in Pennsylvania appear bright. Three public health-related job titles—health education specialists, environmental science and protection technicians, and occupational health & safety specialists—typically earn more in Pennsylvania than they do nationally. And all jobs except health education specialists and environmental science and protection technicians are expected to see faster job growth in the next decade than the national average for all other occupations. The table below shows the demand and earning potential for public health careers in Pennsylvania, based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024).
Job Title | Median Salary in PA, 2024 (Yearly) | Median Salary in U.S., 2024 (Yearly) | Median Salary in U.S., 2024 (Yearly) |
|---|---|---|---|
Statisticians | $83,660 | $103,300 | 9% |
Health Education Specialists | $75,020 | $63,000 | 4% |
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians | $60,060 | $49,490 | 4% |
Epidemiologists | $83,800 | $83,980 | 16% |
Medical and Health Services Managers | $103,720 | $117,960 | 23% |
Community Health Workers | $50,350 | $51,030 | 11% |
Occupational Health & Safety Specialists | $81,840 | $78,900 | 12% |
Medical Records Specialists | $46,730 | $50,250 | 7% |
Dietitians and Nutritionists | $66,020 | $73,850 | 6% |
Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars | $61,450 | $67,310 | 15% |
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Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Institute of Health ProfessionsMasters of Health Administration Ad | 12-24 Months | No GMAT or GRE required |
Information last updated: December 2025