Applying to the Graduate Program in Public Health

Cost

Tuition costs for Master of Public Health (MPH) students are based upon the number of credit hours taken per term. For the 2011-2012 academic year, the tuition is $776 (in-state) and $825 (out-of-state) per credit hour. Tuition is due at the beginning of each term of your enrollment. Additional costs to the student budget are fees, books, room/board and transportation. All fees are due at the beginning of the first term of each year.

The MPH student budget is available online. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Federal financial aid is not available to international students.

Students must show proof of major medical insurance coverage. Students who are eligible for coverage under the policy of a parent or spouse are urged to remain so. As an alternative, EVMS offers a student health insurance plan for an estimated $2,657 per year.

Non-Matriculate Students

Students who are not seeking the Master of Public Health degree may, on a space-available basis, take up to three courses (9 credit hours) offered by the Program. If the student is later admitted to the MPH Program, the credit hours will be applied to the degree and the total tuition for the MPH degree adjusted to reflect the amount the student has already paid as a non-matriculate student.

To apply as a non-matriculate student, complete the application by clicking the Apply Online link above.

Matriculate Students

For U.S. Students

Requirements for admission include:

• Completion of all undergraduate degree requirements and have been issued a bachelor’s degree prior to matriculating as an EVMS student. If the bachelor’s degree was issued by a U.S. college or university, as a general rule it should be from a regionally accredited institution. However, the program may grant exceptions on a case-by-case basis. Official transcripts from the awarding institution must specify the date upon which the degree was issued;
• Undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or better; Preference will be given to applicants whose GPA is 3.0 or better;
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) should have been taken within the last 5 years with a combined score of 800 or greater on the verbal and quantitative sections and at least a 3.5 on the analytic section. Preference will be given to candidates with combined verbal and quantitative scores of 1000 or greater;
• The GMAT or MCAT may be substituted for the GRE. Persons licensed to practice medicine in the U.S. or Canada may request a waiver of the GRE requirement.
• Additional consideration will be given for appropriate work experience in a health-related field;

For International Students

Requirements for admission include:

• A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with an undergraduate Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or a demonstration of an equivalent degree. Students should have grades converted to the U.S. grading system by a recognized organization should a non-U.S. grading system have been utilized at the institutions attended;
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) should have been taken within the last 5 years with a combined score of 800 or greater on the verbal and quantitative sections and at least a 3.5 on the analytic section. Preference will be given to candidates with combined verbal and quantitative scores of 1000 or greater;
• TOEFL score of 108 or greater for internet based tests and 610 or greater for paper based test, for applicants whose native language is not English;
• International students must abide by all U.S. Immigration laws throughout their enrollment at EVMS. This includes, but is not limited to, qualifying and obtaining a proper visa prior to attendance. For further information, please contact the EVMS Office of Human Resources at (757) 446-6043;
• View international financial information.

Transfer Credits

Students may only transfer up to 6 credit hours from another accredited college or university.

Application Procedure

• Click the Apply Online link above, to complete the online application, including personal statement and payment of the $60 application fee;
• Using the online application system, submit three letters of recommendation;
• Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, from the registrar at those institutions to the MPH Program Coordinator;
• Submit a Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score, taken within the last five (5) years, sent directly from the Educational Testing Service;

The Admissions Committee may request a personal interview to complement the information contained in the application materials.

Potential applicants are encouraged to ask questions about the program through e-mail, telephone calls, or scheduling an appointment with the Program Director.

Application materials are considered on a rolling basis, starting September 1 (one year before desired matriculation) and are considered until all positions are filled.

Those U.S. students seeking financial assistance are advised to submit their applications as early as possible. Students may begin studies only in the fall term of each year.

Official transcripts should be mailed to the Office of Admissions and Enrollment for Health Professions at the address shown below. If you experience technical difficulties or related problems in completing your online application, please contact:

School of Health Professions
Office of Admissions and Enrollment
Attention: Graduate Program in Public Health
Eastern Virginia Medical School
P.O. Box 1980
Norfolk, Virginia 23501-1980

Tel: (757) 446-7153 or (757) 446-7437
Fax: (757) 446-8915
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Office of Financial Aid

Student Budget and Tuition Rate