B.S in Public Health
Make a Difference in the World
With a B.S. in Public Health, you'll prepare for a career that creates healthy communities through education, research and promotion of healthy environments and lifestyles. Also explore the minors below and the accelerated BS to MS degree program.
Make a difference in the world by improving human health. Our programs include:
- Public Health (MPH) - Promote the health of individuals, communities and the world through the synthesis of research and application of best practices in public health. Programs include:
- Health Information Management (MS) - Analyze and understand how data can best be used to improve healthcare outcomes.
Graduate Certificates
Public Health Certificate Programs
To apply or for more information, contact the undergraduate or graduate admissions office.
Sandra Ocampo '24
Master of Public Health, Dietetics
Sandra Ocampo switched her career from investment management to dietetics.
I felt confident that the MPH dietetics program would offer me a solid path to my future of becoming a registered dietitian.
Jessica Saad ’11
Community Health & Sustainability
Looking back, Jessica Saad doesn’t take for granted how much UMass Lowell —and community health especially— helped prepare her for life outside of college.
I know I got a solid education at UMass Lowell. Not only did I learn in the classroom, but I was also given opportunities to work with people in the community.
Stefany Campbell '20
Public Health, Healthcare Management option, B.S. to MPH
Stefany Campbell was hired by Comprehensive Environmental Inc, a civil engineering and environmental consulting firm, before she graduates.
If I didn’t come to UMass Lowell, ... I definitely wouldn’t have found these two internship opportunities that led to a job offer and an exciting career.
EJ Judge ’19, ’21
Applied Biomedical Sciences, Master of Public Health
EJ Judge received his Master of Public Health degree during the pandemic, which provided real-world opportunities to learn what epidemiology is all about.
I wanted to get into a field where I could help people. I was supported by professors who quickly became mentors.
