Robert Simmons,
DrPH, MPH, CHES
Director, Public Health Program
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Program Admissions
Admissions Considerations
- Earned baccalaureate degree with approximate GPA of 3.0
- One of the following:
- Competitive score on the GRE or other graduate entrance examination
- Graduate degree or at least 9 credits of earned graduate coursework with grade of "B" or higher
- Current enrollment in a graduate clinical program (e.g., MD, MSN)
- GPA of 3.3 or higher and specified coursework with grade of "B" or higher from a Jefferson-affiliated college or university
- Competency in basic statistics (recommended)
- Previous professional or volunteer experience in a community health setting
Application Requirements
- Completion of online application form
- Payment of $25 application fee
- Official transcripts from all graduate and undergraduate institutions attended
- Submission of TOEFL courses, if applicable
- GRE or equivalent
- Two letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
Eligible candidates will be invited for an interview.

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