The Master's International (MI) Program at Boston University (BU) aims to provide practical public health research, management and training skills to students for immediate application in Peace Corps service. The joint program is an ideal way to earn a master of public health (MPH) degree while gaining the international experience necessary to develop a career in the competitive field of international health.

With careful planning, the MPH degree can be completed in three full-time semesters (one calendar year). There are seven concentrations to choose from within the School of Public Health: international health (IH), maternal and child health, epidemiology and biostatistics, environmental health, health services, social and behavioral sciences, and health law. Courses within the IH concentration are designed to provide skills that are both practical and relevant to the developing country environment. In addition, MI students will meet many mid-career health professionals from developing countries both within the concentration and through the IH Department's certificate programs. Relevant experience in some field of health is helpful, but not required.

Benefits
Up to 8 credits for Peace Corps service; financial aid and favorable
loan terms are also available with priority access to Perkins Loans.
Certificate courses are offered at a reduced tuition rate.

Requirements

Relevant experience in some field of health is desired but not
required. To apply, a completed MPH application, official transcripts, a
personal statement, three letters of assessment, GRE scores (GMAT,
LSAT or MCAT scores are also acceptable) and an application fee are required.

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Peace Corps Masters Internationalist

International Health, Boston University

 

Contact Info

Master's International
Boston University
IH Department
International Health Degrees Awarded
MS in Public Health (MPH)

Admissions Deadlines
Fall/March 1 (early decision) and
April 15; Spring/October 25
Admissions Cycle: Twice per year
Program Start: Fall and Spring

If you have questions,
please contact:
Joseph Anzalone
Boston University
Dept. of Public Health
715 Albany Street, T4W
Boston, MA 02118-2526
Telephone (617) 638-5396
E-mail: josanz@ bu.edu