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GeneralistHi, Do you mind me asking what concentration you applied for at Northwestern? I applied a few weeks ago and I still have not heard back yet. Thanks!
GeneralistHi, Do you mind me asking what concentration you applied for at Northwestern? I applied a few weeks ago and I still have not heard back yet. Thanks!
It's hard to find any info about Northwestern MPH, but I think I would choose Northwestern over Emory simply because of the quality of the medical school itself, which the MPH program is connected to. The downside is that it is expensive; it's about a 30k difference between NU & Emory. That would be a tough decision!Hi, Do you mind me asking what concentration you applied for at Northwestern? I applied a few weeks ago and I still have not heard back yet. Thanks!
Yes its for sure expensive, but will be worth it in the end! I just found out I got accepted into Northwestern's program today and I couldn't be more thrilled!It's hard to find any info about Northwestern MPH, but I think I would choose Northwestern over Emory simply because of the quality of the medical school itself, which the MPH program is connected to. The downside is that it is expensive; it's about a 30k difference between NU & Emory. That would be a tough decision!
Hi everyone - Would anyone happen to know if Columbia announced if Fall 2020 classes would be in person? Thanks so much. Hope everyone is staying safe.
They're not planning on reducing tuition, and the first two terms are going to be a hybrid (not entirely online). Of course, this is contingent on how the situation evolves, but that is their current plan. They have released a roadmap to reopening using a phased approach similar to the one Maryland is using.Has anyone heard if Johns Hopkins is planning to reduce tuition at all since they announced the first two terms are expected to be online?
They're not planning on reducing tuition, and the first two terms are going to be a hybrid (not entirely online). Of course, this is contingent on how the situation evolves, but that is their current plan. They have released a roadmap to reopening using a phased approach similar to the one Maryland is using.
Johns Hopkins planning for resumption of on-campus activities in 2020
Cross-divisional planning task force examines broad range of questions and scenarios related to COVID-19, seeks feedback from the Hopkins communityhub.jhu.edu
At least within the department of Epidemiology, the plan is to hold as many on-campus activities as possible, which would mean having lab sessions, small group classes and seminars on campus if things continue improving and if Maryland and the city of Baltimore enter phase 2. (Maryland is currently in phase 2, Baltimore in phase 1).
Large lectures would be held online, but my impression is that the epi department and the school at large are trying to hold as many activities and engage students that are able to make it to Baltimore as much as possible. Everything will be available online in case you can't make it, or you don't want to for health-related reasons, for example.
A lot of schools have an early deadline which gives you full scholarship consideration, and applying after that scholarships are kind of “first come, first serve”. I would definitely make sure you’re aware of which schools have hard deadlines as far as scholarship consideration goes and take that into account when deciding on how and when you want to apply.I am planning on applying next cycle (so the program would start in 2021). Some of the schools seem to list that their admissions is on a rolling basis while others list a hard deadline. I am wondering if anyone has any recommendations if applying earlier gives a higher chance of getting accepted. I may be able to bring my GPA up slightly this Fall which is why I was thinking about waiting but I am not sure which is better-apply early with a slightly lower GPA vs apply later with a slightly higher GPA. Any suggestions would be appreciated!
It's hard to find any info about Northwestern MPH, but I think I would choose Northwestern over Emory simply because of the quality of the medical school itself, which the MPH program is connected to. The downside is that it is expensive; it's about a 30k difference between NU & Emory. That would be a tough decision!
can you explain this decision further? i don't personally see much of a difference in the "quality" of medical schools between NW and Emory and I feel as though Emory has many opportunities in public health that more than make up for that "difference"
I plan on doing research with the school of medicine as I am quite interested in quality improvement, similar to the projects I conducted for the medical school connected to my undergrad institute. I might be a bit biased because I have previous experience with Northwestern, but NU's reputation is extremely high in Chicago.can you explain this decision further? i don't personally see much of a difference in the "quality" of medical schools between NW and Emory and I feel as though Emory has many opportunities in public health that more than make up for that "difference"
GPA: 3.35/ 3.17 SOPHAS Verified (6/15)
I had to repeat three classes my freshman year because I struggled heavily with my mental health. I am a student athlete and I am applying straight out of undergrad. Thought it was the perfect opportunity for me to apply since the GRE was being waived. I made sure to note in my SOPHAS application that I struggled heavily with my mental health freshman and sophomore year and explained briefly in SOP.
I have a steady upward trend on my transcript, finished my senior year with a 3.9 semester gpa
3-letters of recommendation from Professors
1- From former mentor
Due to me being a former student-athlete and applying straight-out of undergrad my experience is very limited. However,my experience that I do have includes:
- Volunteered at two nursing homes.
- Volunteered minority health education event.
- Internship as Provider Relations Intern for Management Services Organization
Accumulated HIPPA certification and Medicare Parts C and D Certification from Provider Relations Internship
- Recently started interning at OB/GYN clinic as a medical assistant
Applied: USC (MHA) 6/10- Georgia State (MPH) Health Policy & Management 6/11- Emory (MPH) Health Management 6/11-Loma Linda (MHA) 6/15- University of Georgia (MPH) Health Policy & Management 6/11- Charles R. Drew University (MPH) Urban Disparities 6/11
Accepted:
Attending:
I know I am late to applying, I just really hope I can get in somewhere. I am very passionate about Health Disparities.
Also since I am so late in applying will I hear back from schools faster than the average time?
Please pray for me! I really want to get my Master's in Public health/ or Health Admin
I applied fairly late as well , mid-May to early June. Have only heard back from one school (rejection from Dartmouth) so it has been a pretty nerve racking few weeks. Hopefully they get back to both of us soon!
May I ask what school you applied to, where you received such a quick response?I applied in late May-early June and already received many responses back. I submitted most of my apps the last week of May, got verified first week of June and have heard back within 2 weeks - much faster than what the school websites post. I hope you get in soon!
Sure, here's a list of the schools I've heard back from (verified 06/09):May I ask what school you applied to, where you received such a quick response?
Sure, here's a list of the schools I've heard back from (verified 06/09):
GWU: in review 06/10, accepted 06/12
Rutgers: in review 06/03, accepted 06/06
Brown: in review 06/02, accepted 06/17
Mt. Sinai: in review 05/28, accepted 06/02
Drexel: in review 06/10, accepted 06/16
JHU: in review 06/04, accepted 06/13
I asked every school admissions to see how long it typically takes to receive a decision. Most responded with pretty accurate timelines. Generally, I heard back at the earlier side of the ranges they gave me. So it wouldn't hurt to reach out to them.
I am currently a student at University of Delhi, India graduating from Bachelors of Healthcare Management. I have 3 internship experience, in the same field and am looking to apply for Fall 2021. However my course is a 3 year bachelors degree, and most of the the US colleges have a 4 year course required. What can i do to still be able to apply, and have my chance in these colleges?
Most of the colleges have mentioned on websites 4 years bachelor's degree, so would that mean i cannot apply in those colleges?Typically the requirement is to have the bachelors degree, and it is not based on the number of years you spent getting it. For example, I know two people who graduated with their bachelors in only 3 years and then went on to law school with no issues. I would reach out to specific schools if you want more info!
Question: When did you get a email notification that your application was sent to your first choice department for Emory? I got verified 6/15, I then received a notification that it was under review by my first department choice on 6/19 and now I am currently waiting?Hi ! So this late but this serves as hope for anyone who still wants to apply to MPH programs because you have a chance.
Undergraduate School: UMD
Undergrad GPA/SOPHAS GPA: 2.906/2.75 (Strong upward trend and made deans list twice)
Major/minor: Public Health (B.S) 2020
GRE: Took it but didn't submit it to any school because they all waived the GRE
Experience:
- 2015 Intern at a health and wellness company increasing access to healthcare
-2017-2018 Camp counselor at sleep away camp
-2018 international experience interning at tobacco company for the winter
-2019 summer spent taking summer classes
-2019 worked part time in school
Letters of Rec: 3 strong recommendations (2 from professors and 1 from manager at work)
Applied: GWU (MHA-5/11), BU (Healthcare Management 5/18), Rutgers (Health Systems & Policy 5/1), Tulane (MHA 5/16), Drexel (Health Management & Policy 5/15), TAMU (MHA 5/15), Emory (HPM 6/2).
Accepted: GWU (5/21), BU + 25% (5/29), Rutgers + accepted me to population health certificate not Health Systems & Policy even though that's what I applied to (5/29), Tulane (6/5), Emory (6/9).
Interview: Tulane (5/26)
Rejected: None
*One thing I can say is my personal statement, LORs and strong upward trend helped me a lot*
Hi, just thought I would call out that with so many programs being essentially online programs and the ongoing public health crisis, schools are facing unprecedented deferral requests which are likely to disadvantage the next batch of applicants. So I’d imagine that for any rolling launch schools the advantage is to have your application sent in as soon as possible. GPA is pretty important/ advantageous for scholarships, but I’d guess that assuming you’d update your transcripts in December you should still qualify you for any cutoffs. The admissions staff can also give you a good idea on what programs will be most stressed for time of application and obviously a lot can change between now and the fall, but hopefully good thought starters!I am planning on applying next cycle (so the program would start in 2021). Some of the schools seem to list that their admissions is on a rolling basis while others list a hard deadline. I am wondering if anyone has any recommendations if applying earlier gives a higher chance of getting accepted. I may be able to bring my GPA up slightly this Fall which is why I was thinking about waiting but I am not sure which is better-apply early with a slightly lower GPA vs apply later with a slightly higher GPA. Any suggestions would be appreciated!
Most of the colleges have mentioned on websites 4 years bachelor's degree, so would that mean i cannot apply in those colleges?
It said it was sent to my first choice department on June 5Question: When did you get a email notification that your application was sent to your first choice department for Emory? I got verified 6/15, I then received a notification that it was under review by my first department choice on 6/19 and now I am currently waiting?
It's a bit alarming that BU gave you such a short time to decide. I'd personally choose Tufts based on reviews from students from both MPH programs and their affiliated medical schools. I heard that BU isn't the best as far as student accessibility and there's supposedly much red tape in administration. I haven't heard much about Tufts though aside from the fact that it's a solid, "boutique" program. Just curious why BU is your first pick? If you think BU is better for you based on what you want out of it, then by all means, go for it. And if you're truly on the fence, maybe a list of pros and cons would help you. Best of luck.I applied to Tufts and BU for epidemiology/biostats and got in to both. Tufts gave me the notification in June, BU just let me know July 1st and gave me until tomorrow to reply. I received a scholarship to each, making the prices almost identical. I'm torn. BU was originally my top pick, but the people in admissions have been absolutely awful to communicate with and I have heard more negatives about BU than Tufts. Any opinions/advice?
Undergraduate School: Public Ivy
Undergrad GPA/Major GPA: 3.49/ 3.65
Major/minor: BA. International Studies, B.A Latin American Studies
GRE 157V 153Q
Work Experience
1.5 years as maternal and child health program manager at mid-sized NGO in rural Guatemala
1 year as development manager at NGO focused on maternal and child health/sexual and reproductive health in rural Uganda
Interested in: global health/maternal and child health
Applied: Harvard University, Columbia University, Johns Hopkins University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Boston University
Accepted: UNC (12/13), Johns Hopkins University (01/07)
Rejected:
Hello, I have similar stats as you and would appreciate some advice/tips on how to apply to these programs. I am applying in the next few months and really would appreciate it! Do you think you could message me with what you think? Thanks a lot!After stalking the old pages for months I thought it was time to write my own.
Undergrad School: SEC School
Undergrad GPA/Major GPA: 3.83 (SOPHAS GPA is 3.75, major GPA: 3.9)
Major/Minor: BA in Public Health, minor in Women and Gender Studies
GRE (including date taken) or Other Test (if applicable): 07/22/19: V153 Q152 AWA5
Experience/Research:
-2 years Heath extension peace corps volunteer in West Africa
-Worked at the community clinic for over 900 hours by COS
-Undergraduate research grant to study HPV and HIV. Led to publication in a journal
- Intern- Teaching English as a Foreign Language while studying abroad for a semester in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Special factors: First generation student, Coverdell eligible through Peace Corps
Recommendations: 1 from Peace Corps Director, 1 from research advisor/ mentor, 1 from undergraduate advisor
Interested in: Global health, women's health, sexual and reproductive health
Applied: UPenn (Global Health), GW (Global Health Program Design Monitoring and Evaluation), BU (Global Health Program Design Monitoring and Evaluation), Tulane (international health ), Brown (Global Public Health), Harvard (Health and Social Behavior), Emory (Global Health- sexual and reproductive health and population studies), UNC (Global Health)(All verified on 9/25)
Accepted: Tulane (10/28), GW +$ (11/20), UPenn -Coverdell (12/4), UNC (12/10), Emory -Coverdell (1/5), BU + 35% tuition (1/22), Brown (1/29)
Rejected:
Waitlisted:
Hi everyone, I am deciding between 2 MPH programs, Mt. Sinai and CUNY. I would want to do epi at both. I applied for student aid and work study but still waiting to hear back. Is Mt. Sinai really worth the price? I would get in- state tuition at CUNY which would make it about 40k cheaper than Mt. Sinai
So it seems like Mt. Sinai has a lot more epi research and is connected with a hospital. CUNY is rated higher according to US news but I can't figure out why. Does anyone have any advice?I'm literally making the same decision right now. I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Hey, did you find out any information about this? I am also curious. Thanks!Does anyone any information on CUNY SPH? Such as research opportunties, faculty, campus, and the general feel of the school?
So it seems like Mt. Sinai has a lot more epi research and is connected with a hospital. CUNY is rated higher according to US news but I can't figure out why. Does anyone have any advice?
I think it would be worth your while to ask the schools that you’re applying to how scholarships will be decided if they are waiving the GRE requirement.Hi everyone!
I'm planning on applying for MPH programs in the next cycle for Fall 2021. Due to COVID-19, many schools have waived or made it optional to submit the GRE scores, so now I'm trying to decide whether I should submit with my application or not because I took my GRE last year and got a pretty bad score. I'm worried that the program recruiters will either look down on my application because it has a bad score or look down because I don't have one to supplement my essays, etc.
What do you guys think I should do?
Please & thank you!
Hi everyone!
I'm planning on applying for MPH programs in the next cycle for Fall 2021. Due to COVID-19, many schools have waived or made it optional to submit the GRE scores, so now I'm trying to decide whether I should submit with my application or not because I took my GRE last year and got a pretty bad score. I'm worried that the program recruiters will either look down on my application because it has a bad score or look down because I don't have one to supplement my essays, etc.
What do you guys think I should do?
Please & thank you!
Hi! MPH Programs in general are not very competitive compared to other graduate programs (med school, PhD programs). That's because many programs have large cohorts so you aren't competing for few spots. Emory had 652 students enrolled in 2019 (Rollins Facts and Numbers) so there are many spots.How competitive is it to get into Emory's MPH program?
Hi! MPH Programs in general are not very competitive compared to other graduate programs (med school, PhD programs). That's because many programs have large cohorts so you aren't competing for few spots. Emory had 652 students enrolled in 2019 (Rollins Facts and Numbers) so there are many spots.
I found that the issue was not getting into MPH programs, but having good enough stats to get scholarships. It's not difficult to get into a program and it's become more popular so the market is saturated with people with an MPH. Getting a job is competitive since there are many people with an MPH but that shouldn't be an issue coming out of a top program like Emory.
That's great! Which one did you choose to attend and why?Sure, here's a list of the schools I've heard back from (verified 06/09):
GWU: in review 06/10, accepted 06/12
Rutgers: in review 06/03, accepted 06/06
Brown: in review 06/02, accepted 06/17
Mt. Sinai: in review 05/28, accepted 06/02
Drexel: in review 06/10, accepted 06/16
JHU: in review 06/04, accepted 06/13
I asked every school admissions to see how long it typically takes to receive a decision. Most responded with pretty accurate timelines. Generally, I heard back at the earlier side of the ranges they gave me. So it wouldn't hurt to reach out to them.
Hey I got into Drexel too, for MPH in Epidemiology. Could you please tell me more about your experience there? Why was it underwhelming?Buyer's remorse is so real after making a decision, especially with all of the uncertainty right now! personally, I turned down a fellowship at Drexel that would have meant about $35kish in loans for $60k at UNC and I regret/worry about it every day. I just keep reminding myself that there was a reason why I chose UNC and I need to trust my gut.. if I had one word to describe my visit at Drexel it would be underwhelming, and at UNC I was blown-away. I hope it helps to know that someone else is freaking out along with you/experiencing the same thing- I know that things are crazy right now, but I think it just really goes to show how important the field that we are all going into is- Where did you end up deciding to go? Best of luck!
Do you feel it would be better to get a MHA rather than an MPH with a concentration in Health Management? Based on who I've spoken to I have been told that the MPH is a saturated market, especially in Atlanta. I am set up to go to Emory University to get my MPH- Health Management concentration but I am concerned about employment after I graduate. I am in-between going to University of Southern California, Master's in Health Administration/ Management or Emory Master's in Public Health- Health Management. I am an Southern California Native and I want to get out of California but I also want to set up myself for success once I graduate IF I decide not to pursue Medical School.Posters have commented here that even MPHers coming out of top programs like JHU have problems finding jobs coming from certain concentrations like global health, it isn't necessarily where you went, but your other jobs skills and experience and specifically what hard job skills you learned at your MPH program. Definitely Emory is a very good school, but if somebody is looking for somebody with an Epi background and can work with certain stats programs, if that is proven by one candidate doing a concentration in that, then they aren't going to go with the behavioral sciences concentration from Emory. Public health reputation is actually kind of local in a lot of cases as each region of the US has different public health issues of prominence and local health departments know that students going to a regional school get a good background.
Many people come in getting the MPH with additional education and a health-related career, and it might be harder to use the MPH as a stand alone degree. From one "top 10" MPH program the students complained that it was nothing more than "more college" and was unclear what the high tuition was for. Definitely, high tuition and a fancy name doesn't necessarily mean a stellar education, before COVID people could get online degrees and get jobs but people going to brick and mortar schools would fail finding a job in their area, so your luck varies a lot. If the programs at Emory and JHU and other top schools are online . . . you're not getting the same networking and in-person class experience, for a lot of public health students you want to hear the inspirational lectures and thought provoking conversations.
In the past hospitals have often hired MPHers, but with decreased patient volumes for non-COVID related reasons, budgets are stretched thin, that might make it harder overall to get a job as an MPH. Also, the MPH degree is very general, I think if you are fantastic at a certain subject, and love it, like mathematics, then get a MS in BioStats, or if you love psychology get a masters level in that and simply look for public health realted jobs, most people working in public health, (including healthcare workers and logistics and scientists) don't have an MPH. The jack of all trades is master of none.
Do you feel it would be better to get a MHA rather than an MPH with a concentration in Health Management? Based on who I've spoken to I have been told that the MPH is a saturated market, especially in Atlanta. I am set up to go to Emory University to get my MPH- Health Management concentration but I am concerned about employment after I graduate. I am in-between going to University of Southern California, Master's in Health Administration/ Management or Emory Master's in Public Health- Health Management. I am an Southern California Native and I want to get out of California but I also want to set up myself for success once I graduate IF I decide not to pursue Medical School.