Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Programme overview

The Master of Public Health trains students to prevent disease, promote health and design, implement and evaluate public-health interventions. Coursework combines population-level thinking with applied methods so graduates can work across clinical, community and institutional settings to improve health outcomes.

What you'll study

Instruction typically covers core public-health disciplines and practical skills.

• Epidemiology and biostatistics: study design, causal inference, data analysis and interpretation for population health.
• Health policy and management: health systems, policy analysis, program planning and organizational leadership.
• Environmental and occupational health: determinants of health related to environment, exposures and prevention strategies.
• Social and behavioral sciences: health promotion, behavior change theory and community engagement methods.
• Applied practicum and capstone: hands-on experience in program implementation, evaluation or research in real-world public-health settings.

Entry requirements

Applicants are generally expected to hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and demonstrate quantitative aptitude; relevant work experience, clinical background or prior coursework in statistics, biology or social sciences strengthens an application. Admissions commonly require transcripts, letters of recommendation and a statement of purpose; some programs may request standardized test scores or interviews depending on the applicant pool.

Career prospects

Graduates work in governmental public-health agencies, hospitals and health systems, non-governmental organizations, research institutions and industry. Typical roles include epidemiologist, program manager, policy analyst, health data specialist and community health director. The degree also prepares clinicians for leadership in population health and for further research or doctoral study.

Scholarships & funding angle

Many students combine institutional scholarships, external fellowships, employer tuition support and need-based aid to fund their studies. Prospective applicants should consult the school’s financial-aid office for program-specific awards, explore government and foundation public-health scholarships, and consider paid practicum or research assistant positions that offset costs while providing relevant experience.